Discover the Charm of Fishermen's Village

Getting There

• Public Bus

  To get to Fishermen's Village in Punta Gorda from Fort Myers, start by heading to the nearest bus stop. You can catch the LeeTran Route 40 bus heading towards Punta Gorda. The bus will make several stops, so ensure you stay on until you reach the Punta Gorda area. The journey takes approximately 45 minutes to an hour. Once you arrive at the Punta Gorda bus terminal, it's a short 10-minute walk to Fishermen's Village. Head east on Taylor Street, then turn right onto W Retta Esplanade, and you'll find your destination on the left at 1200 W Retta Esplanade.

• Bicycle

  If you're up for a bike ride, rent a bicycle from one of the local shops in Fort Myers. Start your journey by heading south on US-41. After about 15 miles, you will reach Punta Gorda. As you approach the city, continue on W Marion Ave until you reach W Retta Esplanade. Turn left, and Fishermen's Village will be on your right at 1200 W Retta Esplanade. This route is scenic and will take approximately 1.5 to 2 hours, depending on your biking pace.

• Walking

  For those who enjoy a lengthy walk, begin at the Fort Myers River District and head southwest towards the Punta Gorda area. This will be a long trek of about 15 miles. Follow the waterfront along the Peace River, then take US-41 S. Once you reach W Marion Ave, turn left and continue until you arrive at W Retta Esplanade. Turn left again, and Fishermen's Village will be on your right. Expect this walk to take around 4 to 5 hours, so wear comfortable shoes and stay hydrated.