Parks
49 parks, playgrounds and dog parks in the city.
- Doctor Ann Murphy-Knight S.T.A.R.S.Complex0.6 mi from downtown
- City of Palms Park1.1 mi from downtown
- Coronado Park1.2 mi from downtown
On a budget
Free things to do in Fort Myers
5 kinds of free outings in and around Fort Myers.
Good days out in Fort Myers don’t have to cost anything. These ideas come from the city’s parks, libraries, historic landmarks and nearby public lands. For free concerts, markets and festivals this week, see the free events calendar.
Libraries
Borrow books, movies and museum passes, and join free programs.
- Dunbar Jupiter Hammon Public Library3095 Blount St
- Talking Books Library1651 Lee St
- Fort Myers-Lee County Public Library2450 First St
Historic places
14 landmarks on the National Register, many easy to see on a walk.
- Alderman HouseBuilt 1925
- Casa Rio
- Dean Park Historic Residential District
Hiking
Trails on public land; some areas charge a parking or day-use fee.
- J.N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge20 mi southwest
- Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve41 mi south
- Florida Panther National Wildlife Refuge43 mi southeast
Wildlife viewing
Birding and nature watching on public land.
- W.P. Franklin N12 mi northeast
- J.N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge20 mi southwest
- Ortona South36 mi east
Around town
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What are free things to do in Fort Myers?
Parks, Libraries, Historic places, Hiking, Wildlife viewing. City parks and libraries are free; some outdoor areas on federal land charge a parking or day-use fee, noted on each listing.
Are there free events in Fort Myers this weekend?
Check the free events calendar, updated daily from local organizations, libraries and the city.
Do I need a library card to use the library?
No card is needed to visit or attend most programs; a free card from the local library lets you borrow books, movies and often museum passes.