Best of Naples: local favorites worth your time

New to Naples, or just looking for a reason to get out this weekend? Here's a friendly local's tour of the places that make this town special. Consider it our running "best of" — the spots we'd send a friend to.

Fifth Avenue South

The social and culinary heart of Naples. Fifth Avenue South is the place for dinner, drinks, gallery-hopping and people-watching, with a walkable mix of restaurants, boutiques and live music that comes alive in the evening.

Third Street South & the historic district

A little quieter and beautifully landscaped, Third Street South is known for fine dining, courtyards, and a weekend farmers market. It's classic old-Naples charm.

The Naples Pier & the beaches

The Pier is the postcard image of Naples and the best free show in town at sunset. The surrounding beaches are consistently ranked among Florida's finest — soft sand, calm Gulf water, and dolphins if you're lucky.

Tin City & the waterfront

For something more laid-back, the waterfront at Tin City offers casual seafood, boat tours and quirky shops in a converted historic marina — a fun, only-in-Naples experience.

Green space & the outdoors

Beyond the beach, Naples is rich with botanical gardens, preserves and parks. It's a town that rewards getting outside — and a backdrop that makes local businesses photograph beautifully online.