Cape Coral, Florida- What to Expect

Located in the southwest of Florida, Cape Coral is a 114 Sq Miles of land surrounded by water. A big city with a small town feels featuring its unique waterfront housing system and one of the largest boat friendly canal systems in the world. Within sight of the glimmering Gulf of Mexico, Cape Coral is a vibrant and friendly community that welcomes thousands of tourists every year.

Here are a few things that come in handy while planning your trip to this beautiful city:

1. The Winter Months Last through Dec to March with an average high of 23.3°C  and an average low of 13°C.
2. An Average meal for one person costs about 20.00$ in a non-expensive restaurant.
3. A Pint of Domestic Drought Beer costs about 5.02$ on an average.
4. A Litre of gas Costs 0.92$.
5. A monthly Travel pass on regular rates would cost around 94.00$.
6. The monthly rent of a 1BHK a little off the City Centre is about 1,225.00$.

Main Attractions:

1. Splash Around is one of the largest waterparks in the southern portion of the state! They’re open from March through September. For family time, fun and movies in the pool, dont forget to hit up this amazing location.
2. The Tom Allen Memorial Butterfly Garden provides the native butterflies a habitat to live in, protecting them from their natural predators and harsh conditions. Butterflies in this garden often start out as baby caterpillars and are nurtured into maturity before they’re released into the wild.
3. Hike the Ecological Preserve- There are kayak rentals if you want to float around a bit, or you can take in some history at the Iwo Jima Monument. You’ll experience a real sense of the Floridian scene that prevailed before the wilderness was paved to make way for high-rise hotels and endless condominiums in the modern world.
4. The Farmers Market- The average floridian traveller preffers to rent out a home that to stay in a hotel; You’ll find many folks doing their own cooking during their stay, theres no better place to find a fresh Floridian produce than the Cape Coral farmers market. Lined with fresh veggies and fruits (all well priced), flowers and even some great souvenirs handmade in the area.
5. The largest military museum in southwest Florida that features artefacts, books, and papers on all American wars, conflicts and important events. The family-friendly museum includes 60 fully-dressed mannequins, a theatre and various display station. You’ll find that the majority of the artefacts and information stem from World War II.
6. The Cape Coral Historical Museum offers three exhibit buildings and one historic rose garden, which is often one of the favourite go-to attractions of the area. The focus is on the history of the city and shows its development over the years. Interesting artefacts from the area include those found at Native American archaeological sites.
7. You can’t leave the Gulf Coast and Cape Coral without enjoying some freshly caught seafood. Whether you’re looking for an elegant and upscale dining experience, or you’d rather have a classic, roadside stand-type lobster joint you can find just about any kind of seafood restaurant here.
8. Head to the Marsh, Go to the Rotary Park Environmental Center for a varying collection of Florida ecosystems. Set on 97 acres, there’s plenty to explore, see and do, whether you want to take a walking trail, the boardwalk or a kayak.
9. Get Your Drink On. Nothing says the Caribbean like rum, and, being on the Gulf, you knew you’d have to find some here in Cape Coral. Wicked Dolphin Artisan Rum offers award-winning handcrafted libations distilled from sugar cane grown right in the state. Schedule a tour of the distillery and barrel room, to see how the delicious drink is made, and even get to sample a few limited editions that aren’t available to the public quite yet.
10. See the Show. The longest-running theatre in southwest Florida, the Cultural Park Theatre’s season runs from September to May, and puts on Broadway favourites such as “Chicago” and “South Pacific.” There are almost 200 seats, and they’ve been showing off the local talent since the 1960s.In addition, the venue also hosts an art gallery, with a new set of the artwork displayed for each show. Performances are weekend nights, with a matinee on Saturday and Sunday.
11. the Cardboard Boat Regatta= One of the favourite annual events around the area is the Cape Coral Cardboard Boat Regatta, held in April. This is one you’ll want to mark on your calendar, as it’s a load of fun, whether you watch or participate. Groups band together to create cardboard (yes, cardboard!) boat and then race them in, yes, the water.
12. Each January, Cape Coral attracts hosts The Cape Coral Festival of the Arts. Tons of exhibitors bring their wares for display and shopping. Food vendors are on site to fulfil all your festival food cravings. there’s a rock climbing wall, a play area, and an activity centre for the kids, so they’ll be just as pleased to show up as you are!
13. You’ll be able to safely explore some of the area’s best marine life, including dolphins and manatees, and learn about the native bird species, such as pelicans, osprey, and eagles. Depending on the provider you choose, you may be able to schedule a sunset cruise or choose the size of boat you’d prefer to be on, whether that’s a larger or smaller vessel.
14. You’d probably not guess it, but Cape Coral is actually home to their very own professional men’s soccer team! A part of the National Premier Soccer League, the Cape Coral Hurricanes is a 4th Division team within the Sunshine Conference, which includes teams in the South, like those in Tampa, Miami, Jacksonville, and Atlanta.
15. Coral Oaks Golf Cours Golfing and Florida go pretty much hand in hand, so you’ll want to check out the 18-hole, Arthur Hills-designed Coral Oaks Golf Course. The beautiful setting makes it a pleasure to play, as you look out over eight lakes and 37 bunkers. In addition to the course itself, there’s a huge practice facility, with a driving range, chipping area and putting green.