See Fort Myers charm with a local on this guided walking tour. Learn about the town’s founders and how a frontier fort transformed into a city as you explore. There are several shady spots and benches to stop at for a break during the excursion. The tour departs from a central location in downtown.

Guided walking tour lead by a local
Learn about the town’s founders and history
Departs from a central location
Ideal for first-time visitors

What's Included

Local guide

Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

2200 First St, Fort Myers, FL 33901, USA
Departure Point: Franklin Shops in downtown Fort Myers Address: 2200 First Street, Fort Myers, FL 33901 Dates: Thursday and Saturday Return point: Franklin Shops in downtown Fort Myers

Start time

10:30 AM

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

True Tours

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

The Franklin Shops

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Florida Repertory Theatre (Pass By)

Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation

Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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A bit of Fort Myers history

denise_l, Apr 2024

Tour guide Seth was knowledgeable, enthusiastic and entertaining, you could tell he loved his profession and town. My whole family enjoyed it and learned a bit of history too!

Building of Fort Myera

Brenda_D, Feb 2024

I like how Fort Myers got its name and the people associated with this time period. I like how the whole city was featured around the theme of fun.

Excellent tour by Seth!

Jeffrey_M, Feb 2024

Seth was an outstanding tour guide. He was informative, witty, so much fun as he shared the history of Fort Myers, the people who built this city, and the architecture. I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting or living in Fort Myers who wants to grow their knowledge about the origins of this beautiful city. Seth brought this history to life. Thank you, Seth and Tours by Locals!

Good experience

Michael_P, Feb 2024

Loved the guide. She was knowledgeable and FUN. It was interesting to hear about people other than Edison and Ford.

Very enjoyable and informative.

Dianne_p, Feb 2024

Great tour. Seth was full of information. Great thing to do in while in Fort Myers. Great information and Seth had a good sense of humor

Full of information.

SHill, Jan 2024

Amanda our guide was amazing! Such a plethora of information told with poetic enthusiasm! Would highly recommend!

Great Tour

Margo_L, Apr 2023

We loved learning the history of Ft Myers. Seth Ford did a great job of telling the stories of his home town with humorous anecdotes. He definitely enjoys leading this tour and it was obvious. He pointed out things on the tour that we went back to later when we had more time.

History of Fort Myers made easy

Darlene_S, Apr 2023

The knowledge of our guide Seth Ford. Easlily understood kept things moving. Value for the money. Schedule in advance

History and Humour with Seff

William_M, Mar 2023

Very informative… our guide Seff was very knowledgeable and was fun to be with. Got history from th Fort days to today

Great experience

Debra_D, Mar 2023

Seth was funny and well informed of the history tour he provided. Many interesting facts I had not been aware of. Took time to answer questions

Very informative.

Jenna_H, Feb 2023

Group of five. All impressed and glad we took the time to go on the tour of Downtown Fort Myers. Tour guide Seth was GREAT!

I never knew about the...

Laurie_E, Jan 2023

I never knew about the role of cows in Ft Myers history - very interesting. And the mural was fantastic.

Informative and entertaining tour!

Mike_R, Jan 2023

Informative and entertaining tour! Enjoyed learning about the men and women who shaped Fort Myers history.

A Must See

Terri_R, Mar 2022

Enjoyed hearing about the founding fathers of Fort Myers. The tour guide was extremely knowledgeable and engaging.

That’s all!

Robin_T, Mar 2022

The tour guide was very knowledgeable and interesting. Seth did a great job. Nothing more to say. Take it or leave it.

Seth was a great tour guide

Mary_V, Mar 2022

We had a great tour guide-Seth, who shared great stories about the history of Ft myers. He was knowledgeable, funny and engaging. The tour has just the right amount t if walking. Really enjoyed it!

Great Insight!

SUE_K, Mar 2022

Appreciated the knowledge and back stories of the town and buildings from a man who grew up there. He had a good sense of humor and maneuvered us through town safely. Loved seeing the Arcade Theater, shops (that I went back to after the tour), the historical wall mural, and the courtyard.

Tour guide Seth was...

Michele_D, Mar 2022

Tour guide Seth was informative and easy to listen to (not always the case) well worth the time. Highly recommend

Great time on walking tour of old my myers

koehl77, Feb 2022

Downtown old my myers was like a step back in time !!! Beautiful- guide Seth knew his history! Lots of cute shops and restaurants- farmers market was going on

Engaging and Informative

Jo_B, Jan 2022

Our guide, Seth, was an amazing mix of historic and personal Ft Myers history wrapped up in a package of entertaining wit. Have lived in this area for almost 40 years and still learned something new. Highly recommend this tour!

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