Is Fort Myers or Naples better?

Both cities ranked high on the U.S. World News Report Best Places to Retire (Fort Myers #2 and Naples #4), and in 2020, Fort Myers was ranked as the #1 Fastest-Growing City in the U.S. by WalletHub. While the two cities are located close to each other, each location has its pros and cons.



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This Florida Gulf Coast city is a great place to live, thanks to its budget-friendly housing, excellent weather, beach access, incredible restaurants, and more. Check out these 17 things to know about living in Fort Myers!

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The best time to visit Naples is between March and May. Daytime temperatures hover in the 80s — perfect weather for the beach or the links. More importantly, if you visit during this sweet spot, you'll sidestep the winter price hikes.

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Naples, with its ancient streets of Neapolis and Quartieri Spagnoli, is a walkable city; you can explore everything from the royal palace of Naples to Castel Nuovo on foot.

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Naples may not be known as being especially walkable, but there are several good neighborhoods in the city that also happen to have the advantage of sitting within walking distance of area attractions.

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Sanibel Island is a bit more low-key than Fort Myers Beach and perfect for those seeking a slightly less scheduled vacation. The main attraction on Sanibel Island is, of course, it's white sand beaches, but more than just that, shelling is a popular pastime.

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