Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach Visitor & Convention Bureau

Visit Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach is Florida’s best kept secret, a charming natural paradise located on the idyllic Southwest Gulf Coast. This coastal community surrounding the state’s second-largest harbour sits conveniently between Tampa and Naples.

Outdoor enthusiasts will find a haven of vibrant experiences in the sun-soaked oasis of this Southwest Florida destination. Relaxation and discovery await in miles of waterways and inland exploration trails filled with unspoiled natural beauty. From beaches to boating, hiking to harbour tours, fishing to nature paths; to sun, shelling and fossilized shark teeth, Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach immerses lively locals and active adventurers in a pure island experience.

Enjoy over 230 miles of pristine unparalleled shoreline, including captivating river passages, a mangrove‑edged aquatic preserve, and more than a dozen miles of natural Gulf beaches.

UK travellers can get to Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach by flying to Tampa, which is a short 90‑minute drive away. Tampa is well served from the UK by several airlines from London and regional airports including Edinburgh and Manchester.

Located near Interstate I‑75, Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach is draped along the Gulf Coast and surrounds Charlotte Harbour. Punta Gorda is a walkable downtown district, easy to navigate, with numerous bike paths (and free loaner bikes) and relatively light traffic throughout the area, making it simple to get to and from accommodations, activities, and restaurants.

Englewood Beach is our quintessential Gulf‑front beach town, offering convenient access to accommodations, dining, and a variety of coastal activities.

Travel Agent Training

Travel agents can learn more about Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach through our TravPro training. The training provides useful information about the destination, experiences and activities to help travel agents discover more and recommend the destination to their clients.

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