Charlotte County Area Guide
Your local insider's guide to shopping, dining, activities, beaches, and everything Charlotte County has to offer. Curated by the Roelens Vacations team.
Shopping
From charming boutiques to local markets, Charlotte County offers a wonderful shopping experience for visitors and locals alike. Explore what's in store below.
Punta Gorda Farmer’s Market
Open every Saturday, this Farmer’s Market sells fresh vegetables, fruits, meats, fish, and other specialty items from local vendors!
Port Charlotte Town Center
Local indoor mall that has lots of shopping options, including JCPenney, Hollister, Bealls, and Victoria Secret.
Fishermen’s Village
Popular place for locals and tourists alike, visitors have many shopping and dining options here. Dine at The Village Brewhouse and shop at local boutiques.
Punta Gorda Farmer’s Market
Open every Saturday, this Farmer’s Market sells fresh vegetables, fruits, meats, fish, and other specialty items from local vendors!
Port Charlotte Town Center
Local indoor mall that has lots of shopping options, including JCPenney, Hollister, Bealls, and Victoria Secret.
Fishermen’s Village
Popular place for locals and tourists alike, visitors have many shopping and dining options here. Dine at The Village Brewhouse and shop at local boutiques.
Discover the best local activities
Activities & Tours
From guided boat tours on the Peace River to exploring the historic Spirit of Punta Gorda.
Duffy’s Golf Center
Duffy’s is an 18-hole golf course, that is open to the public. This course has been operating since 1998 and uses Bermuda grass.
Coral Creek Fishing Pier
Take advantage of the great fishing SWFL has to offer, by spending an afternoon at Coral Creek Fishing Pier.
Peace River Wildlife Center
This wildlife center is a rehabilitation center that is open to the public for educational tours. They care for various birds, amphibians, and reptiles.
Treasure Lanes
Local bowling alley that offers cosmic bowling on Friday and Saturday nights.
Island Boat Adventures
Have a fun day out on the water with a boat trip! Spend the day watching dolphins, taking in the suns, and snorkeling.
Peace River Botanical and Sculpture Gardens
These gardens right on Peace River is a garden that has a variety of things to explore such as mangroves, flora, and artwork.
something for every palate
Bars & Restaurants
Fresh Gulf seafood, waterfront dining, and laid-back local pubs.
Visani Restaurant and Theater
A wonderful experience for all at this Italian Steakhouse and Comedy theater. Enjoy your delicious meal and follow it with that nights entertainment.
Rum Bay
Take a Palm Island water taxi to this unique restaurant. Once there, dine off a delicious menu that includes American beach style food.
Harpoon Harry’s
A waterfront casual seafood dining experience. Wonderful food, three separate bars that all overlook the water. Perfect way to spend an evening with friends and family enjoying good food, great cocktails, and beautiful sunsets.
Beaches & Parks
White sand shorelines, nature preserves, and quiet parks where you can watch manatees drift by. Charlotte County's outdoor spaces are some of Southwest Florida's best-kept secrets.
Port Charlotte Beach Park
Tucked away on a mangrove-laced coast where the Peace River meets Charlotte Harbor. Families and athletes love the basketball and tennis courts.
Don Pedro Island State Park
White-sand beaches that are ideal for sunbathing fishing, shelling, and finding shark teeth. There are also picnic pavilions and grills available for use.
Little Gasparilla Island
This Island is seven miles of pristine white sand beach that is very remote. Only accessible by private boat, kayak, or water taxi. There are no stores, cars, roads.
Port Charlotte Beach Park
Tucked away on a mangrove-laced coast where the Peace River meets Charlotte Harbor. Families and athletes love the basketball and tennis courts.
Don Pedro Island State Park
White-sand beaches that are ideal for sunbathing fishing, shelling, and finding shark teeth. There are also picnic pavilions and grills available for use.
Little Gasparilla Island
This Island is seven miles of pristine white sand beach that is very remote. Only accessible by private boat, kayak, or water taxi. There are no stores, cars, roads.
