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  • Our editors recommend these diverse local experiences.

1. Go bird watching in the Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Take the kids to Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Have a picnic in Lowdermilk Beach Park on your weekend getaway

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4. See over one hundred historic cars at The Revs Institute

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5. Stroll through the Bird Gardens of Naples

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6. Hike at the Conservancy of Southwest Florida

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7. Admire the galleries at The Baker Museum

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8. Relax on the beach at Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park

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9. Walk along the boardwalk in the Bird Rookery Swamp

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10. Sign up for a guided tour of the Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary

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11. See fluttering butterflies at Clam Pass Park

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12. Go shopping at The Village on Venetian Bay

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13. Take the kids to the Golisano Children's Museum of Naples

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14. See the interactive exhibits at the Naples Depot Museum

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15. Take a tour of Naples Historical Society's Historic Palm Cottage

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16. Explore the native gardens at the Collier County Museum

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17. Enjoy water-based activities at Sun-N-Fun Lagoon

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18. Take an art class at the Naples Art Institute

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19. Watch a production of The Naples Players at the Sugden Community Theatre

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20. Check out the Naples Winter Wine Festival

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21. Go fishing in Ten Thousand Islands National Wildlife Refuge

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Q: What is Naples known for?
  • A: Naples is one of the wealthiest cities in the United States, located on the Gulf of Mexico in southwest Florida. The city is known for its sophisticated culture, mild climate, and calm seas, along with spectacular nature and great restaurants.
  • Q: What is a major landmark in Naples?
  • A: The city's main landmark is the historic Naples Pier, a great fishing destination and a place where visitors can sometimes spot playful dolphins.

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