Marco Island travel guide

Marco Island Tourism | Marco Island Guide

You're Going to Love Marco Island

Marco Island is a must-see destination in Florida, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Marco Island has to offer.

Where to Eat in Marco Island

If you’re looking for affordable options, Da Vinci Ristorante (599 South Collier Blvd) and Oyster Society (599 S Collier Blvd) are great picks.

When to visit Marco Island

Marco Island in October
Estimated hotel price
$413
1 night at 3-star hotel
Marco Island in October
Estimated hotel price
$413
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Marco Island

Plane

Although Marco Island doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to SW Florida Intl Airport (RSW), which is located 41 miles from Marco Island. Miami Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air France, Aerolineas Argentinas and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Marco Island departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 50m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Marco Island, followed by Brightline. The train journey from Marco Island to Fort Lauderdale takes 0h 36m and costs around $24 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Orlando, expect to pay about $39 for a 3h 25m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Marco Island is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 181 miles from Marco Island. You’ll find branches of ADDCAR RENTAL and Hertz, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Marco Island, including Jet Set Express, RedCoach and Megabus. From Fort Lauderdale, the bus ride to Marco Island takes 30 miles and will cost you around $42. From Fort Myers, the ticket costs about $42 for a journey of 165 miles.

Plane

Although Marco Island doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to SW Florida Intl Airport (RSW), which is located 41 miles from Marco Island. Miami Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air France, Aerolineas Argentinas and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Marco Island departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 50m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Marco Island, followed by Brightline. The train journey from Marco Island to Fort Lauderdale takes 0h 36m and costs around $24 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Orlando, expect to pay about $39 for a 3h 25m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Marco Island is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 181 miles from Marco Island. You’ll find branches of ADDCAR RENTAL and Hertz, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Marco Island, including Jet Set Express, RedCoach and Megabus. From Fort Lauderdale, the bus ride to Marco Island takes 30 miles and will cost you around $42. From Fort Myers, the ticket costs about $42 for a journey of 165 miles.

Airports near Marco Island

Airlines serving Marco Island

Lufthansa
Good (4,665 reviews)
KLM
Good (852 reviews)
SWISS
Good (942 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,539 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,614 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,306 reviews)
Air France
Good (984 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,585 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (484 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,958 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,120 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,469 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,860 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (229 reviews)
Finnair
Good (872 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,177 reviews)
LOT
Good (685 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (827 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
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Where to stay in Marco Island

Average rates range from around $361 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $288 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Marco Island

Most booked hotels in Marco Island

Marco Beach Ocean Resort
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, 252 reviews)
$244+
Olde Marco Island Inn And Suites
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 560 reviews)
$283+
The Boat House
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 206 reviews)
$162+
JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 407 reviews)
$548+
Hilton Marco Island Beach Resort and Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1463 reviews)
$331+
Marco Island Lakeside Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 482 reviews)
$139+

Renting a car in Marco Island

Renting a car in Marco Island costs $48 per day, on average, or $144 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 35% more expensive than at Miami.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Marco Island (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. Compact (Nissan Versa Note or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Marco Island, while also 36% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Marco Island costs $48 per day, on average, or $144 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 35% more expensive than at Miami.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Marco Island (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. Compact (Nissan Versa Note or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Marco Island, while also 36% cheaper than other types, on average.

Car rental agencies in Marco Island

Hertz

Hertz
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