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Sanibel Island Lighthouse


TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.0 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #12 of 20 attractions in Sanibel Island
Traveler Description: This lighthouse, built in 1884, offers a storied history, unusual architecture and quiet spots for romantic interludes.
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Attraction type: Lighthouse
Activities: Getting married
Address: Point Ybel Sanibel Island, FL

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5 of 5 stars
ThePowerFrau   33 contributions
Düsseldorf
May 15, 2009
1
person found this review helpful

This is the best place to pick up shells of all forms & sizes. You will notice that everyones head is turned downwards to the ground seeking shells. Young & old. This is also where you could practically swim beside dolphins. It is beautiful. more

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4 of 5 stars
OffWeGo2   38 contributions
Saint Louis, MO
Jan 11, 2009
2
people found this review helpful

We spent Monday 1/5/09 on Lighthouse Beach. It was probably our favorite beach in Sanibel - not as many shells as on the other beaches, but the water was much better here - clearer and not as wavey. We walked up and down the beach - the lighthouse is striking and some of the driftwood really added atmosphere. Again, the... more

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5 of 5 stars
emptynesterOhio   3 contributions
Ohio
Feb 24, 2008
1
person found this review helpful

We have visited Sanibel twice over the years. The time spent there is always, always too short! We really enjoyed the lighthouse....it's history rich and so old. The beach is gorgeous, the wildlife around (pelicans being my favorite) abundant, and of course there are so many shells on the beach for your collections !!! Take the time to visit the... more

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2 of 5 stars
katkkc   2 contributions
Pensacola, Fl
Sep 22, 2007

$6 toll bridge + $2 hour parking makes this an expensive free tour. Must make many trips to the island to find anything. more

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4 of 5 stars
Voyage_familial   42 contributions
Montreal, Canada
Aug 30, 2007
7
people found this review helpful

Sanibel island is located right off Fort Myers which can only be accessed by a tolled bridge. ($6US as of August 2007) Light house is located at the public beach which is closet to the bridge. Simple metallic structure stands alone by the shore makes the view ideal for a picture shot. Beach is quite shallow and low wave. Ideal... more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Member
Illinois
Feb 23, 2003
3
people found this review helpful

My husband, family, and myself have visited the beautiful Sanibel Island Lighthouse several times. My brother actually works for the island of Sanibel, and lives in one of the keepers quarters! It is such a blessing to visit the tranquel little island ~ an escape from the outside world really. And to be able to stay right there on the... more

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3 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Member
Knoxville, TN
Dec 29, 2002
5
people found this review helpful

My wife and I went with a couple from church and enjoyed the Sanibel beaches and good food (Mad Hatters!!). The lighthouse was well kept (i.e. painted and not leaning) and operating at night. It is NOT a typical scenic lighthouse but rather a steel pipe and cable structure with the light on top. It's worth the walk on the... more

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Point Ybel, Sanibel Island, FL