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.

Most popular restaurants in Marco Island

Italian
Wonderful (1032 reviews)
Seafood
Wonderful (919 reviews)
Italian
Wonderful (734 reviews)
Steakhouse
Wonderful (663 reviews)
American
Wonderful (570 reviews)
American
Wonderful (437 reviews)
Italian
Wonderful (1032 reviews)
Seafood
Wonderful (919 reviews)
Italian
Wonderful (734 reviews)
Steakhouse
Wonderful (663 reviews)
American
Wonderful (570 reviews)
American
Wonderful (437 reviews)

When to visit Marco Island

Marco Island in October
Estimated hotel price
$412
1 night at 3-star hotel
Marco Island in October
Estimated hotel price
$412
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 66 km from Marco Island. Miami Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air Canada, Avianca and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Marco Island departs from Houston and takes around 2h 22m.

Train

Brightline is the most popular train carrier serving Marco Island, followed by Amtrak. 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 2h 08m 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 Fox and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, 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 48 km and will cost you around $42. From Fort Myers, the ticket costs about $42 for a journey of 266 km.

Plane

Although Marco Island doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to SW Florida Intl Airport (RSW), which is located 66 km from Marco Island. Miami Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air Canada, Avianca and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Marco Island departs from Houston and takes around 2h 22m.

Train

Brightline is the most popular train carrier serving Marco Island, followed by Amtrak. 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 2h 08m 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 Fox and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, 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 48 km and will cost you around $42. From Fort Myers, the ticket costs about $42 for a journey of 266 km.

Airports near Marco Island

Airlines serving Marco Island

Lufthansa
Good (4,597 reviews)
KLM
Good (849 reviews)
SWISS
Good (923 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,436 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,596 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,275 reviews)
Air France
Good (969 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,551 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (478 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,922 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,125 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,482 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,700 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (226 reviews)
Finnair
Good (876 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (834 reviews)
LOT
Good (680 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,163 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (909 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
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Where to stay in Marco Island

Average rates range from around $375 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $300 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 (9.1, 208 reviews)
$279+
Olde Marco Island Inn And Suites
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 535 reviews)
$221+
The Boat House
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 213 reviews)
$192+
JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 411 reviews)
$652+
Hilton Marco Island Beach Resort and Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1484 reviews)
$360+
Marco Island Lakeside Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 486 reviews)
$161+

Renting a car in Marco Island

Renting a car in Marco Island costs $52 per day, on average, or $157 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, 31% more expensive than at Miami.

Expect to pay $3.90 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 $46.79 and $62.38. Full-size (Toyota Camry or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Marco Island, while also 15% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Marco Island costs $52 per day, on average, or $157 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, 31% more expensive than at Miami.

Expect to pay $3.90 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 $46.79 and $62.38. Full-size (Toyota Camry or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Marco Island, while also 15% cheaper than other types, on average.