Its central location within the Sunshine State Cape Coral is a good starting point for day trips. Take the car to the Everglades or the Boat to Key West in the morning, and you could be home again in the evening. You will find various shopping malls, restaurants, beaches and amusement parks in the surrounding area. If you’re a golfer, you can play any of the more than 50 golf courses in our area. Whatever your interests are, indoors or out, there is truly something for everyone to enjoy. Here are some of the best Florida attractions: Ft. Myers Beach, Sanibel Island, Captiva Island, Shell Factory and Nature Park, Babcock Wilderness Adventures, Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens, Imaginarium Ft. Myers, Sun Splash Waterpark, Everglades.