Attractions
Arts Bonita
Arts Bonita is committed to enriching our community by providing artistic expression, education, and appreciation opportunities. With two locations dedicated to the visual and performing arts, 26100 Old 41 Road and 10150 Bonita Beach Road, visitors can enjoy year-round programming, which includes live concerts, theatre, comedy, film, lectures, and classes for artists of all ages and levels. Arts Bonita also offers three Art Festivals in Downtown Bonita Springs each year in January, February and March.
Performing Arts Center, 10150 Bonita Beach Road
Visual Arts Center, 26100 Old 41 Road
239-495-8989
Broadway Palm
This summer is going to be Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious as Disney’s Mary Poppins flies onto the Broadway Palm stage June 28 through Aug. 10. Based on the books by P.L. Travers and the classic Walt Disney film, Disney and Cameron Mackintosh’s Mary Poppins delighted Broadway audiences for over 2,500 performances and received nominations for nine Olivier and seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical. Everyone’s favorite nanny takes the stage in this musical adventure! Mary Poppins is an enchanting mixture of an irresistible story, unforgettable songs, breathtaking dance numbers and astonishing stagecraft. You’ll hear beloved songs such as “Chim Chim Cher-ee,” “A Spoonful of Sugar” and “Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious.” Additionally, Broadway Palm Children’s Theatre presents Lyle, Lyle Crocodile on stage July 11 to Aug. 2.
1380 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers
239-278-4422
IMAG History & Science Center
The IMAG History & Science Center is a family-friendly destination featuring interactive exhibits, aquariums, activities, and history displays for all ages including a 3D theater and virtual reality experience. The IMAG mission is to use the lenses of history and science to help people understand and explore the rich culture and habitat of Southwest Florida through science, technology, engineering, and mathematics and its history and arts. Bringing inspiration to life, a visit to the IMAG History & Science Center nurtures curiosity, discovery, imagination, and fun for all.
2000 Cranford Avenue, Fort Myers
239-243-0043
The Shell Factory & Nature Park
Voted #1 Family Destination!
Since the Shell Factory opened in 1938, the “kitschiest, coolest, wildest, wettest, tastiest, craziest place in Southwest Florida” has entertained the young and young-at-heart. Full-day family amusements include Scallywags Fun Park and Mini Golf, Soaring Eagle Zip Line, an authentic 1920s Carousel, arcade games, 50,000 square feet of shopping and more. Restaurants include The Southern Grill, Hunts Pizza and Tommy’s Eats & Spirits featuring daily live entertainment. The Nature Park is home to over 450 critters, many rescued, whose care is sustained by The Nature Park Environmental Education Fund, a 501(c)(3).
16554 N. Cleveland Ave., North Fort Myers
239-995-2141 www.shellfactory.com