About this city
Also known as: Golf Capital of the World
Naples is an affluent, sophisticated resort city located in Collier County on Florida's southwest coast, nestled along the sparkling turquoise waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Founded in the late 1880s by promoters who compared its spectacular sunny bay to the famous Italian coast, the city developed into a pristine oasis for America's wealthiest industrialists. Geographically, Naples is bordered by miles of sugary white sand beaches to the west and the marshy expanses of the Ten Thousand Islands and the Everglades to the east and south. Renowned for its world-class golf courses, designer shopping districts, and lavish waterfront mansions, Naples beautifully pairs its high-end luxury lifestyle with a deeply rooted commitment to nature conservation and eco-tourism.
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Suggested stay: 2–4 days
Watch dolphins jump from the historic Naples Pier, shop luxury designer brands at Fifth Avenue South and Third Street South, view tropical flora at the Naples Botanical Garden, and take a sunset eco-cruise through Clam Pass Park.
