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Restaurants
May is a busy month in Boca Grande, so we recommend calling ahead to make reservations when possible! If you're flying in early or looking for a place to grab a bite, here are some of our favorite restaurants:
Sunrise Favorites
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Bella Vida (Lawson's top pick for your iced latte, smoothie, or healthy bowl)
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The Inn Bakery (great breakfast spot)
The Midday Edit
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Tortuga (Mexican, easy pick up and go)
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The Gasparilla Inn Beach Club (poolside)
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South Beach Bar & Grille (long walk from town or a quicker bike/golf cart ride)
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Keylime Bistro Boca Grande (casual in town)
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The Pink Pony (best spot for a sweet treat)
Golden Hour & After
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The Pink Elephant (a Boca Grande classic)
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The Temptation Restaurant (cool vibe)
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Eagle Grille and Miller's Dockside (on the water)
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Sister's Pizza (casual)
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South Beach Bar & Grille (lots of seafood, on the beach)
Activities
If you are staying at the Inn, you will have access to the Golf Course, Beach Club, Spa & Gym. You may find a list of activities here.
If you are looking to exercise, you can rent a bike, head to the Inn's gym, take a class at Banyan Tree Pilates & Yoga, or walk to the end of the island and back.
Toes in the Sand
There are multiple public beach access points around the island. You can also find public parking by...
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17th and 19th street
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Gasparilla Inn Island Lighthouse (220 Gulf Blvd)
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Boca Grande Pass (420-21 Gulf Blvd)
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South Beach Parking Lot (777 Gulf Blvd)
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Gasparilla Island State Park (880 Belcher Rd)
Cast a Line
Fishing available via Offshore Boca Grande Fishing Charter.
See the Island by bike
Bikes are available for rent through the Inn and one of our favorite ways to get around the island! The bike path is ~6.5 miles long.
Take to the Water
Enjoy a boat cruise. 578-586 5th St E, Boca Grande, FL
888.416.2628
Game, Set, Match
Reserve a court. Call the Tennis Pro Shop to schedule your time.
941.964.4615
A Little R&R
Available for guests at the Inn. The Gasparlla Spa & James Griffith Salon includes a sauna, steam room, cold plunge, hot tub, & massage appointments.
941.964.4557
Retail Therapy
Unfortunately, shopping is relatively limited. You can pick up a fun t-shirt in town, a Gasparilla Inn polo at the Golf Shop, or cute handbag at the Inn's shop.