Estero, Florida — Coconut Point, Miromar Outlets, FGCU, and Everblades hockey.
The sweet spot between Naples and Fort Myers — home to Coconut Point, Miromar Outlets, Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU), and Hertz Arena. If you want to shop, eat, and catch a game in one trip, Estero is the answer.
Miromar shopping, Coconut Point dinner, Everblades hockey under the lights.
Hit Miromar Outlets at opening for the deepest discounts, lunch at Coconut Point on the way back, then head to Hertz Arena for an Everblades home game. It's the most efficient way to fill a Southwest Florida Saturday — and the best $20 night out in the region.
Known for
Coconut Point lifestyle center, Miromar Outlets (Florida's largest outlet mall), FGCU campus, and Florida Everblades hockey at Hertz Arena.
Why visit
It's the easiest place in Southwest Florida to combine shopping, casual dining, and a live event in a single evening. Miromar's outlet selection beats anything in the region.
Top attractions
140+ stores plus Silverspot Cinema — walkable, golf-cart-accessible village.
Florida's biggest outlet mall — 140 stores including Nike, Coach, Polo, Lululemon.
Home of the Florida Everblades (ECHL hockey) and a constant stream of concerts.
Beautiful campus with free art events and the Cohen Center performances.
Quiet kayaking and birding — bring your own boat or rent at the launch.
Where locals eat
Restaurants our drivers actually recommend.
Coconut Point standout with a great patio and inventive small plates.
Coconut Point — go for the stone crabs (Oct–April) or the grouper sandwich anytime.
Reliable seafood — the Bang Bang Shrimp is a Florida institution.
Coconut Point steakhouse with one of the best happy hours in Estero.
Easygoing tropical fare next to the Coconut Point AMC.
Hour-by-hour, the way we'd plan it.
- 19:30 AM
Drive from Ave Maria — head straight to Miromar Outlets.
- 212:30 PM
Lunch at Coconut Point — RusTeak or Connors.
- 32:00 PM
Silverspot matinee or browse Coconut Point's village.
- 45:00 PM
Happy hour at Connors Steak & Seafood.
- 57:00 PM
Everblades game at Hertz Arena (Oct–April).
Getting here from Ave Maria
Estero rides from Ave Maria are bundled into our $90 RSW / Naples / Fort Myers / Bonita Springs flat rate. RSW is just 10 minutes north — combine an airport pickup with a Miromar stop on the way home.
Local Pro Tips
- Miromar's biggest sales hit Friday mornings — get there at opening for the deepest discounts.
- Everblades home games are the best $20 night out in Southwest Florida — Saturday games sell out.
- Coconut Point's Friday evening live music (in season) is free and family-friendly.
- FGCU Cohen Center hosts touring shows at college prices — check the calendar before paying full price in Naples.
Frequently asked questions.
What's bigger — Coconut Point or Miromar Outlets?
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Miromar has more stores (140 outlets); Coconut Point has more restaurants, a cinema, and a walkable village feel.
How close is Estero to RSW?
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About 10 minutes — making it the most convenient post-airport shopping stop on the way to Ave Maria.
When is the Everblades season?
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October through April. Hertz Arena also hosts concerts year-round.
Need a ride to or from Estero?
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