Third Street South — Attraction in Naples

Prefer this to 5th as it’s a bit quieter and think higher caliber of restaurants. Shopping is all very boutique but has some of the best collections. Recommend Tommy Bahama for the lower end budget eaters (food decent, think Cheesecake Factory quality) versus Sea Salt, Campiello’s and Barbatella’s which are all incredibly delicious (and yes expensive, for those surprised by the expensiveness of Naples, please do more research before knocking businesses based on being “overpriced” … the whole town is “overpriced” by median American standards). Love all of the little shops, but particularly Olde Naples Surf Shop, Carter and Finley and the Tommy Bahama stores (yes...

Fun for any vacationing visitors. Locals, Enjoy an afternoon! If you haven't been in a long time~add this to your to do list again. New restaurants, exceptional chefs, food, adult beverages, coffee, dessert, shopping, boutiques, kid friendly. Don't let the traffic or parking dissuade you...there is a parking garage if needed. Please go! Support our hard working local community. Sidewalks, benches, walkways...and if you get lucky talented musicians around. Beautiful decorations @ Christmas time. During season usually something exciting going on! On 3rd it feels like season year round...

Christmas Tree lighting on 3rd street South, 45th annual, Nov 2022 was amazing! It is very busy with limited parking surrounding the event. Tree lighting was at 6:00 we arrived around 6:30 after driving around looking for a space. People were coming and going so just be patient, put some Christmas carols on the radio and cruise around until a space opens up. We use to live in NY where Christmas is a BIG deal, so glad Florida does it BIG for Christmas! My schedule is filled for the next few weeks with Christmas events here in Naples. Mercato tree...