10 experiences for your Naples list

Pelican Bay, North Naples

Artis—Naples brings visual art and live performance together on one cultural campus, home to The Baker Museum and the Naples Philharmonic. Explore museum exhibitions or choose a concert from the current calendar. Museum admission and performance tickets follow different schedules, so plan each part of your visit.

East Naples

Indoor exhibits trace local history from prehistoric animals and Indigenous cultures to settlers and the development of Collier County. Outside, native gardens surround historic objects and buildings, including a steam engine and restored cottages. The setting offers a useful introduction to the region beyond its beaches.

Inland Collier County, northeast of Naples

A visit to Audubon's sanctuary combines a 2.25-mile boardwalk with exhibits in the visitor center. The route passes old-growth bald cypress and habitat used by wading birds, songbirds and raptors. Allow time to pause and observe; wildlife sightings vary, and seasonal admission windows determine when you can enter.

Old Naples

Fifth Avenue South runs from Tamiami Trail toward the Gulf through Old Naples. Its pedestrian-oriented shopping and dining district brings together boutiques, galleries, cafés and restaurants, with an official calendar of community events. Choose a few stops for an afternoon browse or build an evening around dinner.

Bayshore, Naples

Explore tropical planting displays ranging from rainforest settings and succulents to waterlily pools and flowering trees. Naples Botanical Garden also offers tours, workshops and family programs, with a café on site. Check the daily calendar for the activities included during your visit and any separately ticketed events.

Old Naples

Explore Old Naples on a seasonal guided walking tour from Naples Historical Society. Tours cover local history and begin at Historic Palm Cottage. Reservations are required; the two-hour outing includes about 90 minutes of walking. Cottage interior tours are a separate booking with their own schedule.

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Naples Zoo combines animal exhibits with a garden setting, daily programs and a primate cruise. Use the current schedule to plan talks and activities, and check special-event closures before arriving. The zoo currently lists an early closure on November 13, 2026, for its gala preparations.

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Revs Institute presents historic automobiles in galleries devoted to their roles in society, design and motorsport. Visitors can explore independently or choose a guided tour. The museum opens on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, and all visits require advance online reservations for a specific date and entry time.

Old Naples

Restaurants, cafés, boutiques, art and antiques fill this Old Naples district around landscaped courtyards and fountains. Combine an unhurried stroll with shopping or a meal, and check the district calendar for events. Individual business hours vary, so plan around the specific places you want to visit.

Downtown Naples waterfront

Tin City groups independent shops and waterfront restaurants in a historic Naples setting. Browse gifts, jewelry and locally themed finds, stop for a meal, or investigate boat tours departing from the district. Individual businesses and tour operators set their own hours and reservation arrangements.