Discover the Rich History at Blanchard House Museum

Getting There

• Car

  If you're traveling by car, head towards Punta Gorda, Florida. If you are starting from Fort Myers, take I-75 N. Exit at 164 for US-17 N toward Punta Gorda. Continue on US-17 N until you reach Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Blvd. Turn right onto Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Blvd and you will find Blanchard House Museum at 406 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd. Parking is available on the street or in nearby lots.

• Public Transportation

  For those using public transportation, take the Lee County Transit bus route 140 from Fort Myers to Punta Gorda. Disembark at the Punta Gorda Transit Center. From there, you can either walk to Blanchard House Museum, which is approximately a 20-minute walk (about 1 mile). Head east on E Marion Ave towards Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, then turn left onto Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd. Alternatively, you can use a rideshare service like Uber or Lyft for a quicker route directly to the museum.

• Rideshare

  If you prefer a rideshare option, services like Uber or Lyft are available in the area. Simply request a ride to '406 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Punta Gorda, FL 33950'. The cost will vary based on your starting location and the time of day, but expect to pay around $15-$30 from nearby cities like Fort Myers or Naples.