The Top 5 Most Instagrammable Places in Fort Myers

Naples Florida Travel Guide is happy to feature this Guest Post from photographer friend Jolene, who loves documenting her travels through her camera lens. Who better to show us these Top 5 Most Instagrammable Places in Fort Myers, Florida!

When I moved from Minnesota to Fort Myers, Florida, I couldn’t wait to make snow a distant memory and spend my weekends on white, sandy beaches.

While I spent plenty of time in the sand, I quickly learned that Fort Myers has SO much to offer in addition to beautiful beaches.

In this city, I found an enthusiastic arts community, with multiple theaters and live music.

I found thriving businesses and bustling restaurants.

I found a community committed to nature and preserving wildlife.

Most of all, I found a city that I wanted to explore! Being a photography enthusiast, I explored through the lens of my camera or phone often, and found an abundance of places to snap photos throughout Fort Myers.

Perfect spots to document your bucket list!

Fort Myers is a perfect day trip from Naples, Sanibel, Port Charlotte or Sarasota, to discover the unique retro downtown and many perfect places to take pictures.

Here are 5 of the most Instagrammable spots I found in the “City of Palms”:

Most Instagrammable Places in Fort Myers, Florida

1. The Fragrance Garden at Lakes Regional Park

From colorful roses to beautiful succulents, the Fragrance Garden at Lakes Park is a hidden gem bursting with Insta-friendly landscapes, colors, and textures.

The walking path brings you through an impressive array of cactuses, under an archway of flowers, and over a picturesque bridge... the entire garden is reminiscent of something you would see in a magazine. 

Bonus: The Fragrance Garden smells heavenly, and absolutely lives up to its name!

If you’re Instagramming with kids in tow, be sure to check out the splash pads, train ride, and railroad museum at Lakes Regional Park.

 
Lakes Regional Park in Fort Myers is perfect for flower macro shots
 

2. Manatee Park

Feeling adventurous? Why not rent a kayak and see some manatees up close! Manatee Park is a non-captive, warm water refuge for manatees, and this park is the best place to spot these creatures in Fort Myers.

Manatees have been known to swim under kayaks and pop up next to them, providing excellent opportunities to photograph these gentle giants from your kayak.

You can also find fantastic views along the walking paths at this park.

Manatees seek out warm water during the winter months, so the best time to go is in the winter between December through February.

3. Downtown Fort Myers

Historic downtown Fort Myers is filled with fun places to snap photos!

Also known as the River District, the downtown area is home to an impressive array of restaurants, funky coffee houses, and eclectic shops.

Grab a drink at one of the rooftop bars for breathtaking views of the city, or catch a sunset along the River Walk.

On ‘Cruise Night’, check out the classic cars or stroll the streets during the city’s monthly Art Walk & Music Walk events!

Downtown Fort Myers is one of the coolest places to take pictures in Fort Myers.

It’s a city filled with creative inspiration, and a fantastic place to fill your Instagram feed.

4. Edison and Ford Winter Estates

The winter estates of Thomas Edison and his friend Henry Ford are two of the most visited historic homes in the country, and among the most beautiful sites in Fort Myers.

With 20 acres of historical buildings and botanical gardens set along the Caloosahatchee River, it offers plenty of room to explore and find that perfect Instagram shot.

The grounds are particularly photogenic during the annual “Holiday Nights” display.

During this special event, twinkling lights, Christmas trees, and décor transform this historical site into pure holiday magic.

5. Lover’s Key State Park

This list of Instagrammable places in Fort Myers wouldn’t be complete without at least one southwest Florida beach, and this Fort Myers Beach State Park takes beach days to a whole new level!

You’ll find endless opportunities to document your outdoor fun at this State Park.

Bike the miles of wooded trails, rent a paddleboard or canoe, take a ride on the Tram, hunt for seashells — the list goes on.

It’s a prime location to spot dolphins, an excellent fishing spot, and the best place to capture a postcard-worthy sunset.

Lovers Key is one of the most unique state park in the Fort Myers area and truly offers something for everyone!

These are just 5 of my favorite photogenic places to take pictures in Fort Myers.

Where are some of yours?