The Naples Historical Society is a non profit that was formed in 1962 to preserve the history of…read moreNaples for "future generations to enjoy". The Naples Historical Society is also the steward of the Naples Historical Society Foundation, Inc. which raises funds for historical preservation. The headquarters of the Naples Historical Society is the Historic Palm Cottage which is the oldest house in Naples. The 3,500 sq ft house was built in 1895 to be used as a summer cottage by Walter N. Haldeman, the owner and editor of the Louisville, Kentucky Courier Journal and Times. The house has now been turned into a museum. On May 24, 1982, Palm Cottage was added to the U.S. National Register of Historic Places. Tours are given of the house and educational programs are staged there. The Naples Historical Society purchased the 1/2 acre lot next to the house and turned it into a cottage garden that can be rented for events. Administration and archives is held at another historic property, a house built in 1910 that is a half block from Palm Cottage. Some of the programs the Naples Historical Society implements are the Naples History Tours, Christmas at Palm Cottage, Garden Side Chickee Chats, fund raising events, and guest speakers. Palm Cottage is currently closed due to the pandemic but I still enjoyed paying it a visit. I had to make my own history tour but I look forward to coming back to take the Naples Historical Society's downtown history tour that includes the cottage. Anyone who is interested in history will want to avail themselves of the excellent programs provided by the historical society.

We loved the Palm Cottage tour. Our docent was knowledgeable and funny. We loved hearing about…read morethe history of Naples. The floors in the cottage are amazing. Very interesting tour. Naples is about more than just beaches - who knew?'

Took a day trip out for some fishing and the crew was great and the companions sharing the charter,…read morewere also lovely. Lots of fish to be had and a fun day out all around.

Great experience! Very enjoyable cruise out to the gulf. Nice boat, not too crowded. Highly…read morerecommend.

We found this on groupon and had a blast! We called to book the reservation and I mentioned we had…read morea Groupon. I was sent a text message to provide my name, booking time, and Groupon voucher. Upon arrival this location is inside the Tin City mall. It was easy to locate and get checked in. We had no issues using the Groupon. Our guide was informative and we made several stops around Naples. We had so much fun on the scooters and they were easy to operate. I highly recommend!

I couldn't say enough great things about the Naples trike tour and specifically these two tour…read moreguides! They were so amazing with my 10 year son. We had so much fun we went back a second time and probably would've went third but we had to fly back home. They were so knowledgeable and entertaining and kept us all safe. This will be a must do now for every Naples vacation. And I know my son will never forget these two guys!! I can't thank them enough!

We had the most magical night, beautiful weather, lovely scenery and the most amazing gondolier,…read moreGianni! We enjoyed his singing and the wine biscuits that were provided. We brought beverages and there was an ice bucket ready for us. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and highly recommend this experience!

We had a lovely gondola ride on the river. It was so peaceful and having the violinist playing…read more made the experience extra special. Would definitely recommend!

an incredible 21-acre property dedicated to protecting and preserving the environment. Established…read morein the 1960s, the Conservancy combines education, conservation, and hands-on learning, making it a great stop for both adults and families. Your admission ($17.95 per person) includes access to a mix of indoor and outdoor attractions: Discovery Center -- A large, interactive space with educational displays on topics like climate change, invasive species, the water crisis, and local ecosystems. There's also a touch tank where you can get up close with sea life. Live Animal Feedings & Volunteer Presentations -- Knowledgeable volunteers provide extra insights about the wildlife and conservation efforts. Trails & Outdoor Spaces -- A short walking trail winds through the property, perfect for a peaceful stroll. Von Arx Wildlife Hospital -- While the hospital itself isn't open to the public, you can learn about how they care for injured and rescued wildlife and see where some of the animals are treated. Little Explorers Zone -- A dedicated building for kids, making this an especially family-friendly destination. One of the best parts of the visit was the electric boat tour of the Gordon River, which is included with admission. The 40-minute ride is led by a volunteer captain who shares fascinating details about the surrounding wildlife, plants, and ecosystem. If you're planning to take the boat tour, reserve your spot as soon as you pay admission -- we only had to wait about 10 minutes, but it can book up quickly during busy times. After the tour, we explored a few more of the buildings and stopped by the gift shop. Honestly, the shop was the least impressive of the ones we visited -- it mainly had basic branded items and nothing particularly unique, but that didn't take away from the overall experience. The Conservancy of Southwest Florida is absolutely worth a stop, especially if you enjoy wildlife, conservation, and learning about Florida's ecosystems. Between the interactive exhibits, the river tour, and the chance to see firsthand how the organization protects local habitats, it's both educational and enjoyable.

The Conservancy of Southwest Florida is the perfect place to spend an afternoon learning about…read morelocal nature. We arrived just in time for their last boat ride of the day at 3 p.m. Their electric boat tours are a perfect way to explore the narrow channels of the Gordon River. We saw several birds, including a bald eagle and great blue, little blue, and green herons. Conservancy volunteers and employees, including our boat captain, were friendly and knowledgeable. Admission is $17.95 for adults and $9.95 for children, although we hold a family Conservancy membership so our admission (including boat ride) was free. We also enjoyed visiting the Conservancy's Dalton Discovery Center, which has various exhibits with native and invasive wildlife. We loved watching all the fish! This group also runs the von Arx Wildlife Hospital, which is an important wildlife rehabilitation center and hospital that takes in over 4,000 sick, injured, and orphaned animals every year. Very grateful to have the Conservancy of Southwest Florida in our area. I highly recommend obtaining a membership if you are local or simply visiting if you're on vacation.

Went to a street market there, plenty of vendors, farm stands, and lots of people. Would have…read morebenefitted if more chairs or benches in the area. Had to go into restaurants to find seating or even shade. We were lucky to find street parking nearby.

A beautiful Valentine's Day and it feels like a weekend in Naples. Beautiful shops filled with…read morebeautiful people and even more gorgeous dogs. Lots of free parking on the street and in lots. The outdoor cafés have wonderful lunch specials from 1130 until 3 o'clock. Colorful flowers, spectacular fountains, and beautiful windows. Tommy Bahama, Eileen Fischer, Lilly Pulitzer.... Lots of beautiful cafés without outdoor dining.

There is plenty of free street parking & lots in the back. Shops, restaurants, cafes, a playhouse,…read moreart galleries, boutiques, yacht sales & real estate offices selling multi million dollar estates. The hotel on 5th covers both sides of the street. Each shop has unique items,there aren't chains here. The flowers, sculptures & fountains decorate 5th beautifully.

Fifth Avenue is the main drag in Naples, the downtown, the place to check out, to be see and be…read moreseen! The place is colorful, with nice architecture, well maintained buildings, wide boulevard, usually crowded and lively. This is a great shopping area, with lots of boutiques, many restaurants to dine at, coffee-shops, ice-cream parlors, art galleries, some on the kitschy side, but it's Naples, so there's some tackiness here and there. A bit of culture (a theater or two), banks, parking garages (free parking). A short walk to the beach which makes the place more appealing. Nothing is cheap here, so prepare yourselves to pay more for everything. They have events, parades all year round so check their calendar. If you visit Naples, you should check out Fifth Avenue. It's a world into itself!

We expected to have a tour of the real highlights of the city, but instead we got a lot of what…read morefelt like paid advertisement. There was no real hop-on-hop-off opportunity and we Looked at the front of a bunch of hotels. Do not recommend at all.

First off, it's not exactly "hop on hop off." They weren't running as many shuttles, so we had to…read morewait an hour between shuttles. The best part of the tour is around 5th Ave. Going further north than the zoo was just boring. Glad I paid for it with Groupon otherwise I would have given this ONE star.

On our weekend trip we had plans that didn't include this. The rain messed that up and we ended up…read morehere after googling things to do. It was so nice inside and so informative ! The front desk gentleman named Zack was such a great help with recommendations of things to do in the area. Thank you Zack! You saved our weekend.

OMG...after shopping and eating at the Waterfront Shops we raced across the street to the Naples…read moreDepot. Drove inside and passed through the black and white railroad crossing arms and walked around to the sign with the history of the depot. Walked on the little railroad tracks and took some great pictures of me at the railroad train containers. The inside museum was already closed but had a fun time here.

SO so so much better than Tin City!!! Seamless, convenient, easy onboard and return. Equipment in…read moreperfect shape and...nice people...all around tip top.