Polished, Lively, and Easy to Explore
Located just north of Pelican Bay and a short drive from downtown, it’s a well-rounded area with plenty to keep you busy for a full day or more.
An Open-Air Town Square
The centerpiece of North Naples is the Mercato, a sprawling open-air lifestyle center on Vanderbilt Beach Road that works as something of a town square for the area. With over 20 restaurants and bars, a Whole Foods, boutique shops, an Alamo Drafthouse cinema with in-theater dining, and regular live music events on the plaza, it works equally well for a casual lunch, an afternoon of shopping, or a full evening out.
Dining & Nightlife
The dining options range from the upscale steakhouse experience at The Capital Grille to lively bars, taco spots, and everything in between. After dark, venues like Blue Martini and Burn by Rocky Patel keep things going well past dinner.
Vanderbilt Beach
The most popular beach in the area — wide stretches of white sand, calm Gulf waters, and reliable sunsets.
Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park
Just a few minutes further north, a protected natural beach with a more wild, unspoiled feel — excellent for shelling, wildlife watching, and kayaking through the mangroves.
Barefoot Beach Preserve
Another hidden gem in the area, consistently ranked among the best beaches in the country.