See Some Wildlife
While they can't predict when a cute
raccoon, an alligator, or even a baby bear
may appear on the trail ahead, our local
guides know their habitats and habits,
so do take a guided nature walk for the
best chance of a sighting in one of many
wildlife-rich parks and preserves.
For guaranteed close-up encounters,
visit the nationally accredited Naples
Zoo at Caribbean Gardens, where
several babies have recently been born.
Fenced habitats and huge glass viewing
walls allow face-to-face encounters with
mighty cats, bears, reptiles and more.
Meet the keepers, learn about animal
and plant conservation programs, take
the Primate Expedition cruise, and even
hand-feed the giraffes.
Watch A Show
Bravo to the star-quality performances
that grace the stages in Naples and
on Marco Island. See the world's most
beloved operas at Opera Naples, Artis—
Naples, Gulfshore Opera. Artis—Naples
also brings world-renowned theatre,
dance and musical productions to its
stage. Get tickets to a performance by
The Naples Players, ranked among
America's top community theatre
companies. For something extra special,
book a table for their new On The Stage
Dinner Series. And there's more! The
thespians of The Marco Players perform
in an intimate black-box theater and
there's a full calendar of excellent live
theater at the Gulfshore Playhouse and
TheatreZone.
Meet Some Natives
Learn about the descendants of the first
pioneers and cattlemen of Immokalee at
the Pioneer Museum at Roberts Ranch.
At the Museum of The Everglades, meet
the rugged Gladesmen, the visionary and
his men who carved the Tamiami Trail
from mosquito-infested swamps, and the
woman who spearheaded the saving
of the Everglades. At Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki
Seminole Indian Museum, you will hear
the stories, watch the ceremonies, and
admire the art, textiles and jewelry of the
Beyond the stunning white sand
beaches, spectacular waterways,
lush golf courses, wildlife-rich
nature preserves and world
renowned ecosystems, what more
could possibly delight visitors
here? Oh, so many things!
May we suggest…
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