Free & Cheap Things to Do in Estero, FL

  • The list below includes 121 free or cheap things to do in or near Estero, Florida, including 65 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Dog Park, Nature & Wildlife Areas and Historic Sites.
  • From Estero Community Park to Bowditch Point Regional Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Estero and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Fort Myers, Bonita Springs, Naples and Fort Myers Beach.
  • The list below includes 121 free or cheap things to do in or near Estero, Florida, including 65 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Dog Park, Nature & Wildlife Areas and Historic Sites.
  • From Estero Community Park to Bowditch Point Regional Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Estero and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Fort Myers, Bonita Springs, Naples and Fort Myers Beach.
Showing 71-80 of 206
12.3 Miles
47% 163 votes
Observatories & Planetariums 3450 Ortiz Avenue, Fort Myers, FL 33905 MoreLess Info
The Calusa Nature Center and Planetarium is a private, non-profit organization dedicated to promoting environmental and educational awareness of the Southwestern eco-system. Also featuring a planetarium exploring the skies, the 105-acre site has walking trails, an aviary, museum and more.
12.4 Miles
91% 131 votes
Military Museums 4820 Leonard St, Cape Coral, FL 33904 MoreLess Info
Military and history enthusiasts will appreciate viewing artifacts donated by veterans at the Southwest Florida Military Museum and Library. Items include personal letters, uniforms, flags, medals, weapons and pictures from WWI to the present.
12.5 Miles
95% 200 votes
Farmers Markets Club Square - SE 10th Place & SE 47th Terrace, Cape Coral, FL 33904 MoreLess Info
Open on Saturdays, Cape Coral Farmers Market runs from October through May and features multiple vendors for baked goods, seafood, produce, cheeses, arts and crafts and much more. They also have live music.
12.8 Miles
94% 1421 votes
Movie Theaters 9118 Strada Place, Suite 8205, Naples, FL 34108 MoreLess Info
Naples' Silver Spot Cinema shows a mixture of new releases, classics and independent films. It is a popular destination for those who want a break from the hot summer sun. The Silver Spot is open throughout the year.
13.4 Miles
83% 106 votes
Parks 5505 Rose Garden Road, Cape Coral, FL 33914 MoreLess Info
The Rotary Park Environmental Center is a 4,200 square feet facility amidst 97 acres of a preserved salt marsh and wildlife park. The center offers nature and garden classes, a summer camp, fitness classes and hosts annual festivals.
13.4 Miles
91% 1902 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 375 Sanctuary Road West, Naples, FL 34120 MoreLess Info
Nestled in Naples, Florida, the Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary is an ecological preserve dedicated to the region's marshy ecosystem. The Sanctuary contains the largest group of old cypress trees in the United States. Guided tours are available, and donations are gratefully accepted.
13.6 Miles
96% 124 votes
Hiking Trails 1295 Shady Hollow Blvd., Naples, FL 34106 MoreLess Info
Offering 12 miles of hiking and biking trails, as well as being a premier bird watching location, is the CREW Land & Water Trust Bird Rookery Swamp. The swamp is also home to a quarter mile path of crushed seashell that leads to a 1800 ft. boardwalk.
14.0 Miles
89% 805 votes
Scenic Drives Causeway Drive, FL MoreLess Info
Spanning the San Carlos Bay, Sanibel Causeway is a highway bridge that connects Sanibel Island with the Florida mainland. Originally opened in 1963, the current bridges were erected in 2007 and include two manmade islands with beach access.
14.2 Miles
75% 232 votes
Flea Markets 4135 Dr. M.L. King Jr. Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33916 MoreLess Info
Over 900 stores present their wares at the Fleamasters Fleamarket. Millions of items are available for purchase, covering areas such as home décor, antiques, Florida souvenirs, fashion jewelry, and collectibles.
14.2 Miles
- 0 votes
Fishing 5124 Beecher Street, Lehigh Acres, FL 33971 MoreLess Info
Organizing excursions to the Everglades, Captain John Stark offers visitors a fly fishing and light tackle fishing experience. During the trip, visitors will navigate through the islands and channels of the Everglades.
Showing 71-80 of 206
HAVE SUGGESTIONS FOR COOL AND INTERESTING THINGS TO DO IN THE Estero AREA?
ADD A NEW ATTRACTION TO TRIPBUZZ!