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What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

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 September
Estimated hotel price
$383
1 night at 3-star hotel
Marco Island in September
Estimated hotel price
$383
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, Royal Air Maroc, Finnair and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Marco Island departs from Wilmington and takes around 1h 47m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Marco Island, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Marco Island to Orlando takes 7h 48m and costs around $29 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Winter Park, expect to pay about $29 for a 8h 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 Rent-A-Wreck and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Marco Island, including Jet Set Express, Bus and Tornado Bus.

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, Royal Air Maroc, Finnair and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Marco Island departs from Wilmington and takes around 1h 47m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Marco Island, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Marco Island to Orlando takes 7h 48m and costs around $29 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Winter Park, expect to pay about $29 for a 8h 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 Rent-A-Wreck and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Marco Island, including Jet Set Express, Bus and Tornado Bus.

Airports near Marco Island

MIAMiami
FLLFort Lauderdale
RSWFort Myers SW Florida Intl

Airlines serving Marco Island

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
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Where to stay in Marco Island

Average rates range from around $380 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $282 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Marco Island

Most booked hotels in Marco Island

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Olde Marco Island Inn and Suites
3 stars
Excellent (9, 813 reviews)
$267+
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Marco Beach Ocean Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 743 reviews)
$324+
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The Boathouse
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 387 reviews)
$239+
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JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 782 reviews)
$581+
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Marco Island Lakeside Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1017 reviews)
$161+
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Hilton Marco Island Beach Resort and Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1305 reviews)
$324+
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Renting a car in Marco Island

Renting a car in Marco Island costs $71 per day, on average, or $212 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, 48% more expensive than at Miami.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51. Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Marco Island, while also 50% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Marco Island costs $71 per day, on average, or $212 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, 48% more expensive than at Miami.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51. Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Marco Island, while also 50% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Marco Island

Supplier choice

5 Adults, 5 Bags

$38/day

Supplier choice

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$41/day

Intermediate
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