Punta Gorda is a historic small town located on Charlotte Harbor.   The name, Punta Gorda, is Spanish, meaning Fat Point. This historic small town is a hidden treasure of Florida and lies as a “Fat Point”, sticking out into Charlotte Harbor – one of the US’s largest natural harbors.  Centrally located between Sarasota to its north and Fort Myers to its south, Punta Gorda is a delightful location, within a comfortable driving distance from Tampa, Orlando and Naples.

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Punta Gorda is blessed with Florida sunshine and great weather year-round and is a relaxing and more secluded Florida destination that offers all the best of Florida's wonderful outdoor experiences and lifestyle.  From beaches to boating, hiking to harbor tours, fishing to nature tours, to sun and shelling, Punta Gorda and the surrounding area offers visitors more of what they come to Florida for: relaxation and discovery in an outdoor vacation land! 

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In addition to its beautifully restored historic district, Punta Gorda offers many natural attractions including waterside shopping and leisurely strolls along the Harborwalk and at Fisherman's Village on Charlotte Harbor.   Punta Gorda features streets lined with huge royal palms, old Florida-era tin-roofed homes with wide verandas, cobblestone roads with street lamps and benches that leave an almost tangible old-Florida atmosphere.  Near the historic district of Punta Gorda, you will find Fishermen's Village.  This unique waterfront destination includes gift, clothing and specialty shops, seven restaurants, a military heritage museum and a 98-slip marina.

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Punta Gorda is also home to many unique dining experiences.  A few favorites include Carmelo's Italian Ristorante, The Blue Turtle, Harpoon Harry's, Captain's Table, Celtic Ray Public House, TT's Tiki Bar, Peace Rive Seafood & Fish Market and the Village Fish Market & Restaurant.  For a such a small town, Punta Gorda will certainly entertain the "foodie" in any group.   Be sure to check out our blog for more details on what makes these establishments so memorable as well as many others.

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If you're looking for a coastal town with small town charm, Punta Gorda and the surrounding area surely will not disappoint!  Come for a visit....you just might want to stay for a lifetime!

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