About Naples

Naples, Fla. - Naples is a charming resort city on the shores of the Gulf of Mexico along Southwest Florida's Paradise Coast.

The city, together with Marco Island and surrounding towns, forms an agglomeration. Naples is the county seat of Collier County, although the district court is located in nearby East Naples.

What is known in Naples?

The city of Naples is famous for its high-end shopping, world-class arts and culture, and sophisticated dining, family fun, and wild outdoors. Within an hour of Naples and Marco Island are millions of acres of federal and state parks, preserves and wildlife refuges.

Visitors luxuriate in the area's stylish atmosphere, which includes beautiful pedestrian walks with shops, art galleries and restaurants, along with palatial homes surrounded by tropical landscaping. The area is famous for its beautiful white sand beaches, golf courses, fishing, boating, water sports, arts and culture and spectacular sunsets.

Long known as a hideaway for retirees, the area has evolved to appeal to a wider, more diverse and younger audience with its vibrant downtown cafe scene and exhilarating outdoor adventure activities.

What makes Naples attractive to visit?

Naples is one of the most beautiful must-see places in Florida! Not only is Naples consistently rated as one of America's Best Vacation Spots and Best Places to Retire, it's one of the best destinations for a Florida beach vacation — the soft white Naples Florida beaches are some of the best beaches in Florida.