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Know Before You Go

Quick tips every visitor should know

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No traffic lights on the island — just stop signs and patience.

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The $6 causeway toll is fully automated. SunPass, Toll-by-Plate, or any compatible transponder — no cash booths.

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Live shelling is illegal. If a shell has a living creature inside, leave it on the beach.

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Sanibel is a dark sky community — limited street lights. Drive carefully after sunset.

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Rent bikes. 25+ miles of shared-use paths make biking the best way to get around.

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Bug spray is essential at sunset, especially near mangroves. No-see-ums are real.

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No chain restaurants on Sanibel — it's all local, and that's the point.

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Download ParkMobile before you arrive. Beach parking is $5/hour, all pay-by-app.

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No Uber or Lyft on the island. Bring your car or rent bikes.

Where to Eat

Featured Restaurants

One pick from each cuisine — there are 21 restaurants on the island

Seafood

Bleu Rendezvous French Bistro

Sanibel's authentic French fine dining experience in a quaint historic cottage. Classic cuisine, fresh seafood, and an intimate romantic atmosphere on Tarpon Bay Road.

Tue–Sat from 4:30 PM (closed Sun)

American

Blue Giraffe Island Bar & Grill

Casual island-inspired American cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner at Periwinkle Place. Pet-friendly patio, full bar, and walk-ins welcome.

Daily 8:30 AM–8:00 PM

Breakfast & Brunch

Home of the World's Best Breakfast. A Sanibel Island institution serving breakfast and lunch daily, plus dinner. Sweet and savory dishes, fresh seafood, and a warm island atmosphere near the lighthouse.

Daily 7:00 AM–2:00 PM, 4:00–9:00 PM

Italian & Pizza

Dante's Italian Kitchen

Artisan coal-fired pizzas and classic Italian dishes crafted with top-notch ingredients. Charming atmosphere with a curated selection of beers and wines. A newer addition to Sanibel's dining scene.

Daily 8:00–11:00 AM, 4:00–9:00 PM

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