Marco Island is the place to be for beachside bliss, and is known for its beautiful beaches, water and outdoor activities, wildlife encounters, and more. Its close proximity to the Gulf of Mexico, Everglades National Park, Ten Thousand Islands National Wildlife Refuge, and magnificent mangrove sanctuaries yields an array of things to do for maximum fun in the sun. Some of the top activities here include shelling, fishing for Tarpon, kayaking through the mangroves, boating, and wildlife viewing, just to name a few!