Punta Gorda - Stroll the downtown streets brightened by period street lights,
alfresco sculptures and colorful murals depicting the area’s history while
shopping for unique gifts and dining at trendy new restaurants. For a wilderness
adventure, take a wildlife buggy tour and marvel at the silent beauty of ancient
cypress swamp.
The name, Punta Gorda, comes from the 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 the North and Fort Myers to the South,
Punta Gorda is a delightful location, within a comfortable driving distance from
Tampa, Orlando and Miami. Blessed with Florida sunshine year-round, it
attract both tourists and new residents alike, who come to Punta Gorda to enjoy
the lifestyle that it has become famous for. It is a paradise for fisherman,
boaters, sun-worshippers and shoppers alike.
As the only incorporated city of Charlotte County, Florida, Punta Gorda is the
vibrant engine of the area. It boasts wonderful restaurants, marinas and a pace
of life that people from around the world come to enjoy. As Southwest
Florida continues to boom and grow, Punta Gorda offers businesses a year-round
clientele and a diverse commercial arena.
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