Fort Myers Historic Walking Tour
by True Tours
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
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Fort Myers is a city with roots in a frontier fort that developed into a popular destination for visitors. This walking tour lasts about 1.5 hours and includes a local guide who leads guests through the downtown area. Participants will learn about the city’s founders, the early settlements, and the transformation from a frontier fort to the city it is today. The tour begins at the Franklin Shops at 2200 First Street, where the guide provides historical context about the area. Along the route, the group stops to hear stories about the founding fathers and their ambitions, with time to rest on benches in shaded spots. The walking route also includes stops at the Florida Repertory Theatre to discuss its history and the Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center, housed in a historic 1933 building. The guide shares detailed anecdotes and insights throughout the tour. This is a walking tour with a duration of about 90 minutes and includes a local guide. Gratuities are not included.
Highlights
What's included
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Itinerary
True Tours
The tour begins at 10:30am at the Franklin Shops, 2200 First Street in downtown Fort Myers. Over 1.5 hours, the guide shares facts and stories about the city’s founding fathers, the original fort, and the first settlements. The group walks through historic streets, pausing on benches in shaded areas to rest while hearing personal insights into the legacies of key figures who shaped Fort Myers.
90 min
The Franklin Shops
Located at 2200 First Street, this is the meeting point and a notable historic site in downtown Fort Myers.
10 min
Florida Repertory Theatre
The group pauses briefly to discuss the history of this local theater.
Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center
The tour stops at this historic building, constructed in 1933, to cover its background and role in the community.
10 min
Meeting point
Departure Point: Franklin Shops in downtown Fort Myers Address: 2200 First Street, Fort Myers, FL 33901 Dates: Thursday and Saturday Return point: Franklin Shops in downtown Fort Myers
End point
Departure Point: Franklin Shops in downtown Fort Myers Address: 2200 First Street, Fort Myers, FL 33901 Dates: Thursday and Saturday Return point: Franklin Shops in downtown Fort Myers
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Fort Myers Historic Walking Tour
by True Tours
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$60Overview
Fort Myers is a city with roots in a frontier fort that developed into a popular destination for visitors. This walking tour lasts about 1.5 hours and includes a local guide who leads guests through the downtown area. Participants will learn about the city’s founders, the early settlements, and the transformation from a frontier fort to the city it is today. The tour begins at the Franklin Shops at 2200 First Street, where the guide provides historical context about the area. Along the route, the group stops to hear stories about the founding fathers and their ambitions, with time to rest on benches in shaded spots. The walking route also includes stops at the Florida Repertory Theatre to discuss its history and the Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center, housed in a historic 1933 building. The guide shares detailed anecdotes and insights throughout the tour. This is a walking tour with a duration of about 90 minutes and includes a local guide. Gratuities are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
True Tours
The tour begins at 10:30am at the Franklin Shops, 2200 First Street in downtown Fort Myers. Over 1.5 hours, the guide shares facts and stories about the city’s founding fathers, the original fort, and the first settlements. The group walks through historic streets, pausing on benches in shaded areas to rest while hearing personal insights into the legacies of key figures who shaped Fort Myers.
90 min
The Franklin Shops
Located at 2200 First Street, this is the meeting point and a notable historic site in downtown Fort Myers.
10 min
Florida Repertory Theatre
The group pauses briefly to discuss the history of this local theater.
Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center
The tour stops at this historic building, constructed in 1933, to cover its background and role in the community.
10 min
Meeting point
Departure Point: Franklin Shops in downtown Fort Myers Address: 2200 First Street, Fort Myers, FL 33901 Dates: Thursday and Saturday Return point: Franklin Shops in downtown Fort Myers
End point
Departure Point: Franklin Shops in downtown Fort Myers Address: 2200 First Street, Fort Myers, FL 33901 Dates: Thursday and Saturday Return point: Franklin Shops in downtown Fort Myers
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.