Ave Maria can be found by driving about an hour southwest of Naples, where it is the fastest growing planned community in South West Florida. The community is centered about the impressive Ave Maria Catholic Church and University. Anyone interested in architecture will appreciate the gothic architecture of Ave Maria which features a marriage of modern steel beams and art deco features.
A good way to see the town is to take a 45 minute trolley tour from the town center – please check their website for a schedule. Saturday is Farmer’s Market Day and Thursday afternoons you can listen to live music in the town center.