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The Only 72-Hour Itinerary for Bonita Springs, Florida, You’ll Need

by Katie Skrzek

Sep 10, 2024

© Fort Myers – Islands, Beaches and Neighborhoods

Destinations / North America

Bonita Springs, Florida, offers travelers a coastal escape full of cultural highlights, adventurous activities and natural beauty. Check out this suggested 72-hour itinerary for a Bonita Springs getaway.

 

Book a stay at Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa for your visit. This property offers newly renovated suites, a family-friendly pool with water slides, a spa, golf course and on-site dining.

 

Bonita

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Day 1

Start your Bonita Springs adventure with a trip to Wonder Gardens. Home to a diverse group of rescued and rehabilitated animals, the destination is a must for animal lovers. Head to the area’s first food truck park, Rooftop at Riverside, for lunch. The two-story dining space hosts food from six distinct food trucks. Next, stroll through the open-air shopping center, Promenade at Bonita Bay. Finish your first day at Coconut Jack’s Waterfront Grille for dinner with a view.

 

dog beach

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Day 2

Have breakfast at The Survey Café. Housed in a historic home, this restaurant serves organic coffee alongside breakfast classics. Visit Bonita Beach Park for relaxation or water sports. Grab lunch at Buffalo Chips Restaurant. Open since 1982, the local institution is known for its wings and barbecue. Browse vintage treasures at Mother Load Antiques & Collectibles. Head back to the hotel for dinner at Tarpon Bay Restaurant for seafood classics.

 

Coconut Jacks

© Fort Myers – Islands, Beaches and Neighborhoods

Day 3

Enjoy a round of miniature golf at Congo River Golf & Exploration. If you’re visiting with a pet, check out Dog Beach Park, with shallow water perfect for splashing with your pup. Check out Shangri-La Springs, a historic boutique hotel. Book a spa treatment or have a meal at farm-to-table restaurant Harvest & Wisdom. End the night and visit with a nightcap at Chartreuse Craft Cocktail Lounge.

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