Sonia’s guidebook
Neighborhoods
Named “Number One Saltwater Fly Fishing Destination in the World” by ESPN in 2004. Neighboring the Ten Thousand Islands, it is also known for the amazing scenery while kayaking through the mangrove jungles of the Everglades.
Chokoloskee
Named “Number One Saltwater Fly Fishing Destination in the World” by ESPN in 2004. Neighboring the Ten Thousand Islands, it is also known for the amazing scenery while kayaking through the mangrove jungles of the Everglades.
Food scene
Havana Café of the Everglades
191 Smallwood DrHome-cooked, Cuban food.
Rustic, counter-serve nook with stone crabs & other seafood bits, plus outdoor, waterfront seating.
14 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Camellia Street Grill
202 Camellia St WRustic, counter-serve nook with stone crabs & other seafood bits, plus outdoor, waterfront seating.
Open year round
Breakfast lunch and dinner daily from 6am-9pm
Can prepare lunches for outings
Ice cream shop in back
9 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Island Cafe
305 Collier AveOpen year round
Breakfast lunch and dinner daily from 6am-9pm
Can prepare lunches for outings
Ice cream shop in back
Sightseeing
• Est in 1906 The Smallwood Store is now a museum open 7 days a week. At the Historic Smallwood Store you will learn the story of the pioneers who tamed this vast wilderness also known as “Florida’s Last Frontier”. Learn about the Calusa Indians and later the Seminole and Miccousukee Tribes that traded at the Trading Post. Visit the Tigertail Gift Shop located inside the Smallwood Store Museum. You will find books and DVDs related to SW FL history, authentic Seminole crafts, carvings, artwork and photography from local artists, alligator heads, t-shirts and much more.
10 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Smallwood Store
360 Mamie St• Est in 1906 The Smallwood Store is now a museum open 7 days a week. At the Historic Smallwood Store you will learn the story of the pioneers who tamed this vast wilderness also known as “Florida’s Last Frontier”. Learn about the Calusa Indians and later the Seminole and Miccousukee Tribes that traded at the Trading Post. Visit the Tigertail Gift Shop located inside the Smallwood Store Museum. You will find books and DVDs related to SW FL history, authentic Seminole crafts, carvings, artwork and photography from local artists, alligator heads, t-shirts and much more.
• Far away from the maddening crowd, the Everglades National Park is the ultimate choice if you want to spend a day amidst the blissful natural wonders. At our National Park, you also get the opportunity to come face to face with macaws, peacocks, and turtles. Besides, you can also spot native snakes including the Blackpine, Brooks Kingsnake, Florida Kingsnake, and Red Ratsnake here. A visit to the Everglades National Park is incomplete if you haven’t tried the following: airboat tours, wildlife shows, safari park, alligator shows along with alligator wrestling shows, just to name a few.
350 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Parque Nacional de los Everglades
• Far away from the maddening crowd, the Everglades National Park is the ultimate choice if you want to spend a day amidst the blissful natural wonders. At our National Park, you also get the opportunity to come face to face with macaws, peacocks, and turtles. Besides, you can also spot native snakes including the Blackpine, Brooks Kingsnake, Florida Kingsnake, and Red Ratsnake here. A visit to the Everglades National Park is incomplete if you haven’t tried the following: airboat tours, wildlife shows, safari park, alligator shows along with alligator wrestling shows, just to name a few.
In 1922 Barron G. Collier, a banker and railroad man bought almost all of SW FL including the Rod and Gun Club which he operated as a private club. He hosted international dignitaries and serval US Presidents there
7 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Everglades Rod & Gun Club
200 W BroadwayIn 1922 Barron G. Collier, a banker and railroad man bought almost all of SW FL including the Rod and Gun Club which he operated as a private club. He hosted international dignitaries and serval US Presidents there
Spend a lazy afternoon exploring the history of the city that was once only accessible by boat.
9 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Museum of the Everglades
105 Broadway Ave WSpend a lazy afternoon exploring the history of the city that was once only accessible by boat.
Shopping
Right Choice Supermarket Inc
104 Buckner Ave SOften has sandwiches in the deli
Hours 9am-7pm
239-695-4535