From beaches to world-class entertainment, there’s plenty of things to do in Naples, FL. Whether you are looking for relaxation or an afternoon activity or a day trip, there are activities for all ages and interests.

And, if you stay at the Inn at Pelican Bay, you are close to it all. Nearby you will find plenty of shopping, dining, and activities. Here are just a few things to do in Naples that are nearby.

Vanderbilt Beach is a short walk or coach ride away from the Inn. Relax on the nice wide beach with gorgeous white sand, a park, restrooms, and concessions.

If you want to be a little more active, there are plenty of golf courses in the area. There are places you can play tennis or pickle ball. You can rent a kayak or a boat to spend a day on the water.

In addition to outdoor activities, the area offers great entertainment. The Artis-Naples is home of The Baker Museum and the Naples Philharmonic. Artis-Naples hosts the annual Naples International Film Festival and offers visual arts and family events and educational lectures and program.

The museum emphasizes modern and contemporary art and hosts traveling exhibitions to complement its permanent collection. The Naples Philharmonic performs more than 140 orchestral and chamber concerts as well as opera, ballet, and special event concerts.

A popular Collier County attraction is the Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens. It’s a nationally accredited 43-acre zoo and botanical garden. Follow a nearly 1-mile winding path through a historic tropical garden first planed in 1919, and see lions, giraffes, monkeys, bears and other animals.

Downtown Naples has a wide variety of upscale shops, art galleries, and restaurants. You can find unique jewelry, gifts, clothing, and home décor. There is art displayed throughout the area as well as art shops and galleries. Naples Art, on Park Street, has exhibitions, classes, juried shows, and a gift shop.

Naples is also home to many events, art shows, festivals, car shows and musical events. In addition to the Naples International Film Festival, the area hosts an international wine festival, international and national art festivals, major sporting events, and more.

There is a lot to see in Naples, FL. When you stay at the Inn at Pelican Bay, be sure to ask the concierge about other great places to visit.