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Fun Stuff to Do in Fort Myers Beach with Kids 

Florida has long been one of the top vacation destinations for families. Plan your next family vacation in Fort Myers Beach and discover the perfect destination for fun in Southwest Florida. Stay right on the beach with Edison Beach House and enjoy easy access to all the fun stuff to do in Fort Myers Beach, like shelling, water activities, museums, mini golf, and outdoor activities. Whether you are traveling with young kids or teens, there is something for every family’s interests in FMB!

Hangout at the Beach

Relax at the beach with the kids, steps from your hotel room at Edison Beach House. We offer direct access to the warm sands of Fort Myers Beach, perfect for sunbathing, building sandcastles, beachcombing, and swimming with the kids. We are also a short drive from some of the best shelling beaches in Florida. Walk along the shoreline and look for seashells together for a free and fun outing. 

Get on the Water

There are plenty of ways for your family to have fun on the water in Fort Myers Beach! Reserve a jet ski rental with All Island Watersports and explore the waterways at exhilarating speeds. Or sign up for a boat tour and let a local guide take you around. One of the best family outings is a pirate cruise with Salty Sam’s, a one-of-a-kind adventure where you can sail the waters and live like pirates for the day. 

Learn Something New Together

If you are looking for educational experiences for the kids, we have that too! Head to Ostego Bay Marine Science Center and learn about the region’s rich ecology through interactive exhibits, aquariums, and a touch tank. For a more detailed look into the fascinating wonders of Southwest Florida, head to the IMAG History & Science Center in Fort Myers. It’s a much bigger space, with many more exhibits for the kids to explore. 

Play Together 

Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf is one of the best places for families staying in Fort Myers Beach. Tee off and navigate through pirate ships, caves, waterfalls, and live alligators. You read that right: this golf course has real alligators that the kids can feed with cane poles. 

In Fort Myers, you can discover even more fun ways to play on vacation at Sky Zone Trampoline Park,Lakes Park, and GameTime

Explore the Great Outdoors 

There are many ways for your family to explore the natural beauty of Southwest Florida during your visit. Head to Lover’s Key State Park for a full day of outdoor adventures like cycling, hiking, boating, fishing, shelling, and wildlife viewing. A bit further, the Calusa Nature Center is a great place for young kids to explore and engage with nature, see rescued animals, planetarium shows, and animal talks. 

Plan Your Florida Family Vacation in Fort Myers Beach

There is so much fun stuff to do in Fort Myers Beach during your family vacation. And much of it happens right here at Edison Beach House, the perfect place for families in FMB. Enjoy hotel rooms with washers and dryers in every room, full kitchens, beautiful ocean views, and private balconies. We offer several hotel room options in Fort Myers Beach for families of all sizes, including single suites for small families and deluxe double apartments for larger families. Select the right option for your family’s needs and book with us today!