Naples Pier

Drove from Miami, stopped on my way up to Tampa because the pier is so highly regarded. Turns out it has been closed for a while. The fisherman are still out today though, the sand is soft and white, folks enjoying the beach, and the sound of the waves are still nice. Will be great if the pier ever reopens. Bathrooms are clean, there are lifejackets available for public use (mainly for kids) and the area seems maintained well. Parking is available just short walk down the street for $5 per hour. Public beach access

This beach is one of my favorite places to visit. The sunset is so peaceful and beautiful.

Pier is closed for now due to damage but I read they are going to start rebuilding in 2026.. lots of cool birds hanging out on it and the sunsets on this beach are phenomenal

Very awesome beach! Sand feels like sugar in your toes! 2nd time in my life at 42 being at the ocean. I'm glad I got to visit here a couple times during our visit. My 4 year old loved sifting sea shells. There are bathrooms and outdoor showers to wash sand off. Water was nice and salty. Got to watch the sunset. That was awesome. Nice long distance lots of room for everyone. Everyone is friendly. So relaxing. .

Naples Pier is one of the most iconic and relaxing spots in the area. The pier is currently under repair but there is access to the beach. The beach surrounding the pier is absolutely beautiful, with soft white sand and typically crystal-clear waters that are calm and peaceful—perfect for swimming, lounging, or just floating in the water. It’s an ideal place for families or anyone looking to unwind by the ocean without big waves or strong currents. The pier itself offers some of the most stunning views in Naples. Whether you walk out to enjoy the ocean breeze, watch people fish, or catch the sunset, the perspective from the end of the pier is truly special. On clear days, the colors of the water range from turquoise to deep blue, creating postcard-worthy scenery. It’s a must-visit if you’re in Naples.

The pier was broken from the hurricane when i visited and the public isn't allowed to enter. Parking here is very expensive so take that into consideration. The beach still looked nice even though it was raining before. The renders of the new pier look promising, can't wait to see it when it's done.

Beautiful beaches and area, but pier was closed down. Looks like the end was destroyed.

Beautiful beach! Pay to park 2 blocks down 2 hours for 10 dollars, pay with card on phone. We stayed for the sunset, wonderful view. Clean beach and restrooms, we went around 6 pm so many people left but many com8ng for the sunset. Water was very refreshing. The pier is still shut down from Hurricane ian, so we did not get to walk the pier. I got some great photos. Weather is 82* in April 2024.

I visited the West Side of Florida for the day and I decided to stay to enjoy the sunset. This place did not disappoint. The beach stretches about 3 miles from one end to the other, and it is perfect for a quick run. More people arrived to the beach as we approached sunset time, as if everyone was preparing for this beautiful event. The sun filled the sky with different shades of orange while the moon was shinning bright on the opposite side, as if they had agreed to come together to give us a sunset to remember. I hope to be back sooner than later.

It will be 5 years until this pier is rebuilt from Ian in 2022. We need new leadership. Preposterous.

This area of the beach was very crowded, we ended up parking about 0.8 miles away as it was a hot (81 degrees) Sunday afternoon on our arrival. We found a spot to set up our chairs and towels but there were many folks already here. The pier is undergoing some reconstruction so we did not go to walk on it at all. We did venture into the gulf waters which for us were a perfect cool purge given that we had spent the morning playing tennis then watching a tennis tournament at a local tennis academy. We enjoyed the beach, sand, surf and loved being able to sit in the warm sun.

One of our favorite beaches in Florida. It stretches for a couple miles and runs along some premier housing and offers incredible water all in a warm climate. The Muni. Each has pay parking all over the neighborhood but be careful as they have changed some of the parking to permit only. You can always drop people at the beach and have one person park, it works well for families with kids. Parking is 3$ an hour They have : Bathrooms Dressing Rooms Kids life jackets for littles Outdoor showers A pier with snack bar And a beautiful walk in every direction

Had a magical time here! I came here for a walk late in the evening and there was nobody there. I spent time just soaking in the sounds of the waves, the moonlight, and miles of uninhabited space. Magnificient!

This is y I moved to Naples beautiful people beautiful beach and beautiful sun and sunsets

Beautiful, serene, neat and clean beach waters although it was somewhat cold this time around! It used to have a lot of parking in small lots at the of several streets right where the beach started. Now most of the parking lots are reserved for residents of the area only. The other downside we had this time is that is was lacking a shower pole to clean out the sand before getting in the car. It actually surprised me because of all the times I had come to this beach, there was always one.

This is a quite nice pier that is good for a stroll.... Nothing fancy, nothing much to do, nice views and people fishing! Just stroll down and breathe some air and watch the immensity of the ocean. 10 a 20 mins max and complete... there is paid public parking 1 block away. Been there done that, but glad We came!

Love everything about this place, from the beautiful sundown, to the clear water, even the crowd that goes. There are side meter parking and a fairly large parking lot by the pier. They don't permit bottles, so take cups in case you are planning on drinking beer or any other beverage that comes in a glass. The pier in the morning is a MOST see, and I am talking as early as 6 am. If you enjoy skating or cycling, you could definitely do that near the pier , I promise you will see crowds of neighboring folks out in about early morning.

Best beaches and pier in the world. Will be better than ever after Ian. Born and raised in Naples and proud to still live here with my entire extended family.

Surprised how easy parking was near the pier when we arrived on the weekend around 11am. It was great to have bathrooms and showers near.

No visit to Naples is complete without a stroll along the Naples Pier! I came here often as a child to fish with my dad at night and just hang out on the beach and pier during the sunny summer days. I guess I shouldn't be surprised that it is still around because I saw on the entrance sign that it's been there since 1889...WOW! It has been damaged by multiple hurricanes over the years; however it's almost as good as new now! It is at the end of 12th Street South and there is a parking lot about 1 block away. Parking rates are very reasonable; $2.50 an hour, but it doesn't cost a cent to actually go on the pier. The wooden pier is 1,000 feet long and it has definitely been upgraded since my childhood. There are bathrooms, benches and fish cleaning stations and all the way at the end there are partially covered benches all around so if you're making a day of fishing; you don't have to be in direct sunlight all the time. Another plus for fisherman is that you don't need a license to fish here because the pier carries a "blanket" license for all. I noticed lots of people had coolers; but there is also a concession stand at the mid-point. The sign said they had all kinds of cold drinks, coffees, snacks and pizza. And there are a few picnic tables so if you're actually having a meal; you have some place to sit and somewhere to rest your food. You can also just watch the beachgoers and fish from the pier. On a sunny Wednesday in June there were lots of big fish swimming around right underneath the pier; and like every other pier in Florida....lots of hungry pelicans swimming just a few yards from the edge; hoping to get tossed a fishy snack every once in a while. My favorite time to visit the Naples Pier is right before sundown. There are usually some beautiful dolphins frolicking just off the pier, and then if you stick around you have a wonderful view of the Southwest Florida sunset. The Naples Pier shouldn't be missed if you're visiting the southwest coast of Florida!

This is such an amazing spot to go and experience everything Florida has to offer! We've been there several times and have seen numerous wildlife, including several pods of dolphins. It's such a cool experience to spend an hour of your day here! You can park in the 2nd Avenue shopping area for free and walk a few blocks to get to the area.

We started out walking on 5th Avenue toward the Gulf of Mexico. The beach is just spectacular. The white sand is so soft. We walked down to the pier to the end. They have a concession stand on the pier. The sunset was so beautiful.

Update: Sad News Two days after my review of Naples Pier, Naples Daily News reported on October 1, 2019 that Red Tide detected at 4 out of 5 Naples beach test sites as well fish kills. Barefoot Beach and Vanderbilt Beach has a medium concentration whereas Naples Pier and Seagate Beach has low concentration! Only South March Beach did not have red tide present! Respiratory irritation is possible with red tide! Check the Red Tide and Algae condition before you head out to the beach. I'm still a fan of Naples Pier, just be careful!

This beach has a lot of close parking nearby. They also have a washroom located just before you walk along the pier. The pier is beautiful and there are some seating areas as wel. We decided to find a spot on the beach to set up our chairs. My husband and I walked along the shores for about an hour. We find some super cool shells and a few rocks. We also saw a dead pufferfish, and three other dead fish on the sand. There were tons of seafulls and other birds flying around. The beach was not too packed and people mainly kept their distance. The water was a little cold, but bearable. It was a really beautiful beach.

Great place to watch the sunset. Ample parking and a lot of room on the beach and boardwalk so people aren't standing on top of each other and it's free.

Naples beaches are my favorite beaches in south Florida. Amazing views, white fluffy sand and beautiful sea shells as far as the eye can see. I collect a few handfuls every time I visit. I love watching all of the different type of birds fly over. The water is seaweed free and almost always crystal clear. If you're lucky, you will stumble upon starfish (you can touch but keep them in the water so they don't die), or even a dolphin or manatee. On my last visit, a manatee swam right next to me...so exciting! The sunsets are amazing with all the colors of the rainbow. Sitting on the beach and watching the sunset puts me in such a good mood and makes me appreciate the beauty that this planet provides daily. You can rent paddle boards and canoes to add to your experience. Parking can get tricky if you don't arrive early (no later than 10-11AM, or earlier). There is parking in the streets as well but they fill up just as fast. Parking is $2.50 per hour. To help paint the picture of my love for this beach, I live on the southeast coast of Florida (Miami Beach, Hollywood Beach, etc.) and prefer to drive 1.5 hours west to go to the beaches in Naples. It is more peaceful, quite, cleaner and more beautiful. My favorite beach!

This pier is extremely nice place to come to. The entire town is pristine and cute beach houses and gorgeous homes and mansions - just drive around and you'll see. The beach here was beautiful and very easy to access.

This pier is beautiful with a beautiful view the only thing negative that I was bothered with was the fact that there are fishing hooks left and right abandoned on this pier which I understand that it's a fishing pier but the safety of others walking around and if they are washing ashore other than that it was nice

The Naples pier is located on the Gulf of Mexico at the West end of 12th Avenue South. It was built for the first time in 1888 by newspaper man, Walter N. Halderman, the founder of Naples, and Captain James Canty. The 600 foot T shaped dock in 18 feet of water was a place where passenger and freight could arrive from Punta Gorda aboard the steamship Fearless and disembark in Naples. Naples first hotel was built in 1989 near the pier. Before the Tamiami Trail was completed in 1928, the only way people could get to Naples was by boat arriving at the Naples Pier. The pier soon became a popular destination not just for visitors but also for locals who enjoyed recreational activities such as fishing, watching sunsets, and hanging out with friends. The first time the Naples Pier experienced reconstruction efforts was in 1906, after it sustained hurricane damage. In 1910 it sustained further hurricane damage and was repaired again, made a 100 feet longer, and two wings forming a V were added. A post office was added but burned down along with most of the pier in a fire caused by a discarded cigarette in 1922. The Naples Pier was rebuilt in 1924, keeping the original double-deck construction with wings and V shape at the end. It was extended another 400 feet to make it 1,000 feet in total. After the hurricane of 1944 the pier was completely rebuilt to sturdier standards. It was made 100 feet longer in 22 feet of water. The pier was used for recreation with dancing, fishing and sunset viewing. During category 5 Hurricane Donna in 1960, the Naples Pier collapsed and was rebuilt 10 months later. In all the pier has withstood six major hurricanes. On July 6, 2015 a 2.2 million dollars reconstruction begun by Naples city government officials and the Manhattan Construction Company. The new deck was constructed out of Brazilian ipe, a walnut wood that can last up to three decades. The pier also got larger restrooms and sea turtle friendly lights. The reconstruction of the Naples Pier lasted four months and reopened on November 1, 2015. On September 10, 2017, Hurricane Irma came ashore at Naples as a category 3. The 1,000-foot structure's concrete pilings remained secure and undamaged although wind and wave split and snapped timbers, deck boards and railings. The wooden railing at the far end of the pier fell into the ocean but the main damage was below the water. The pier had to be closed for three months for repairs. The west end of the pier which is the most popular part for fishing and sunset watching has been closed since the hurricane. It was supposed to reopen in August but with delays due to the corona virus that may not be possible. The Naples beach is currently closed because of the virus. One million tourists visit the pier each year and for many a vacation to Naples wouldn't be complete without at least one trip to the historic pier. It is the premier place in Naples to fish, sunset watch, and people watch. Unfortunately you can't even park anywhere near the pier right now. i parked two blocks away on 3rd street and walked up. The city employee parked in front of the pier allowed me to snap a few pictures as long as I didn't cross the barrier. Although the pier may be closed for now, not a hurricane or a virus cannot keep this storied pier from eventually reopening. I hope to one day walk to the end as generations of people have before me.

I highly recommend this quaint area it's great for fishing and the water surrounding the area is calm and not choppy. The pier is sturdy and well maintained. Parking in the area is minimal so if your planning on staying a long time try and arrive early because the paid parking spots fill up quick

This is a must see if you are in Naples, even if you aren't a beach person. We LOVE to walk, so we usually do free parking on Fifth Ave and walk to the pier. This is about a 1.3 mile stroll. This is doable 7 months off the year, but it probably too much during the brutal FL summers. Part of the pier is closed at the moment, but they still have an eatery towards the middle. We didn't eat indulge in any treats, but the pizza looked appetizing. The pier is a great place to take some photos and just watch beach life. It was quite packed when we were here a few days before Christmas. It's great to watch the sunset from the pier or the adjacent beach. Very nice pier, but I like the ones in California a lot more.

Five stars is an under statement. This place is amazing. 'Amazing' is also an understatement. If coming from out of town, at least spend a couple days there. Fifth Ave is not far, and you can enjoy an early afternoon and night out on Fifth! Watching the sunset was great. The water was clear, fish swimming around and great weather. Parking may be a pain, but you'll find a spot within a couple blocks at the worst.

If you haven't visited Naples Pier, you should. This is a perfect spot where you can enjoy lots of white sandy beaches or go Pier Fishing on their newly renovated pier. The beach goes as far as you can see and great for a nice stroll or just hanging out near the pier. The food stand is ran by Cosmos Pizza which offers basic drinks, icees, pizza, hot dogs and ice cream bars. Perfect for the hot sunny days here in Naples. If the beach isn't your cup of tea, you can fish off their newly renovated fishing area that was damaged by Hurricane Irma. There are fish cleaning stations and plenty of benches for everyone. You will find all sorts of Gulf species here from Goliath Grouper to Spanish Mackerel to Pompano to Snook to Snapper to Grouper. They have restrooms, rinsing off stations and lots of parking. Keep in mind the parking area is metered, but if your a local, you can get a beach parking pass at North Collier Regional Park good for a year that will avoid these hassles. Overall wonderful place that is well maintained and close to 5th Ave. Perfect place for local and tourist to spend the day.

This is my first time to Naples.. well my first time down into Florida.. and I am already In Love With This Place! Here for work for the next three months and I can't wait to get my toes in the sand!

What a beautiful beach! To be honest, I knew very little about Naples before I decided to book a trip there for New Years Eve. I was hoping for a nice beach, good eats, and a relaxing vibe. I got all of that and more! In one day, I ventured to the beach for a meditative stop during a peaceful morning run, laid out most of the day to catch some rays, and even returned in the evening for a breathtaking sunset. It was certainly different at all times of the day, but each enjoyable in its own way. It was a holiday, so certainly busy when peak time came around a little after noon. We staked our claim early in the day, so just sat back and watched the crowds roll in. The beach itself has very soft and white sand, with so many seashells close to the water's edge! The water itself was freezing and way too cold to venture into, but it was pretty to look at. There were some tiny little bugs that were pretty harmless but got all over our towels and clothes. That wasn't great but like I said, they were rather harmless. During the afternoon, I took a walk to the pier to see what that was about. There were lots of fishermen catching fish of all sorts, not too mention stingrays they were cutting up right in front of everyone's eyes. I didn't mind but some others got queasy. You'd be remiss to not catch a sunset. We camped out right by the pier and it was so beautiful. The perfect ending to a great beach filled day. Parking is available along the streets or in lots. There are multiple entrances to the beach so you should never be too far away. Can't wait to come back and will definitely be on the lookout for dolphins!

Although a beautiful area, with million dollar homes lining the beachfront, beware of the aggressive beach patrol. As we walked in on January 2nd, just one day after new law had passed prohibiting fishing on Sundays, we were stopped by an extremely rude and aggressive beach patrol. Not only did he yell at my husband that fishing was prohibited, he also threatened to issue a $100 citation if we didn't leave. He kept yelling "take the rod off the pier " to us, even though my husband was gently asking what the rules were. Not sure if the patrol didn't understand his French accent, but he was extremely aggressive and unwelcoming. My children became scared and wanted to leave right away. Shame on the city of Naples, as it's so naturally beautiful and well maintained, for allowing your Beach Patrol to treat visitors this way. Giving you a 3 star because I've visited before and had no issues. But quite frankly don't think I'll return to the pier. At least not with a fishing rod!!

Love the Naples Pier. We had a visitor for the week. We took him to the pier for a walk. It was cold. Well cold for Naples. It was 63 degrees and really windy. Still a nice afternoon. Check out the pictures.

Nice surprise. Not crowded, the water was warm. Very relaxing. The sand here does have alot of shells. Walked in from Downtown Naples from 5th Ave. Its maybe 3 to 4 blocks of residential before hitting the beach from the end of the downtown shops. The downtown area is quite nice. Higher end unique shops and restaurants. Really liked Naples, Florida.

Nice beach right on the gulf. Pay for parking at the entrance. No dogs on the beach but you can walk them on the pier Very clean not too packed White sand. Easy walk from town

This was a very nice area to hang out if you are local or tourists. There are many things to do and see. We were here about a year ago and this was the BEST place for sunset photos. You don't even have to be a good photographer to get a good photo. This place was so peaceful and relaxing. We drove across the state because we were staying in the Fort Lauderdale are, we drove through the everglades to get here to take some sunset photos over the Gulf of Mexico. They were the best! We also loved the area for it's food and shops. I hope that you like it as much as we did.

Beautiful I mean beautiful, Naples pier is a must see if you are in the area, very touristy, clean, amazing view, you can fish from the pier, take a nice long walk while enjoying the ocean view. The view is stunning, the city does an excellent job at keeping it very clean. I highly recommend stopping by if you are in the area.

I love that beach, this is my favorite beach in Naples. The place is clean, you have a little bit of crowd which is nice, you can walk on the water for a long distance and the view on the pier is amazing. You can see a lot of fishes and sometime dolphin closer to the end of the pier. The pier offers food and drinks which is nice. The parking is a bit expensive if you are not from Naples. Overall it's a super spot.

This is a great pier to have a nice long walk on. The restrooms and showers are very nice. It can be fun to watch all the fisherman at the end of the pier. Be careful not to be hooked literally and figuratively!

It SANDY !! The sand is softer than a fluffy blanket . & the ocean is wet ! if your expecting calm water, gentle waves - so babys are cackling with laughter & sea shells to collect , then come here. The dolphins hog the water , with their fin pointing out , like they own the place. water bluer than the sky , I mean like , how conceded. The pier ads shade from the sun , if you need it People fishing off it. they ever heard of a restaurant ?? where fish are from.

What a gorgeous and near perfect beach. We came here for the day to swim and relax, which is exactly what we did. We were surrounded by birds, animals and dolphins. What an amazing experience to have dolphins swimming nearby and pelicans swooping down 10 feet in front of you. We came back the next day to catch the sunrise, and absolutely loved it! We captured the sunrise from the pier and watched fisherman try to get a start to the day. No bad experience here, great people and all around fun. Plenty of parking in the area as well.

A Naples must see! Amazing views and it's free! White beaches beautiful views of land and water. Some of pier is closed off due to hurricane Irma damage. They have a concession stand there too! Can catch glimpses of wildlife too! Birds, fish, dolphin and more! Visit at sunset! It's a must do!

I really enjoyed myself at this beach. The pier is a nice walk out into the water and you can walk all the way into the end. From the pier, you can see plenty of fish swimming in the water and several pelicans. It provided a great view. Several people were fishing off the pier. The water waves weren't too strong which was nice. The beach was very clean and the water was very pretty. When we were in the water we saw dolphins jumping in and out of the water not far from the shore for quite a while. It was a very nice surprise and beautiful to see. There was a food shop on the pier to grab some hot food. Although I didn't purchase anything from the food shop, it seemed to be a good and convenient option if you plan to spend several hours at the beach. The parking lot for visitors have limited spots but we arrived at the beach around 9 AM on a Monday morning so there were plenty of parking spots. The beach started to get more crowded as the day went by but it was not overly crowded at all. We stayed at the beach for about 4.5 hrs. I would definitely recommend this beach.

This beach is quite different. It's quite quiet and you can find parking ($2.50/hr) in small lots (4-6 spots) at the end of various streets that are perpendicular to the beach. The beach is clean and the water was a perfect level as it dropped down gradually. The pier is in great condition and very long. Perfect for sunsets!

Came here the other day to watch the sunset. It's really a cute beach town, however the parking lot is a bit small and finding parking on the street could be tough. There is a lot a few streets over on 3rd where you can park as long as you also shop.

So much beauty. This pier started its life with a narrow gage railway built to haul supplies in from the Gulf of Mexico. It is now an iconic part of Naples and one of the best pictures you can take. While I was there a young man caught a monster fish called Atlantic giant grouper. If you see my picture and the young man looks small he is over 6 feet tall and the fish is that big. After a great battle they "walked" the fish down the pier till they could get the hook out and release this monster back to the sea.

This is such a beautiful beach. The views at sunrise and sunset are stunning. It's always clean. Plenty of room to space out. Parking is nearby.

When I first moved to Naples this was one of my favorite places to go every Sunday to watch the sunset, a perfect way to end the weekend. I remember when it was all wood and the sway the pier made was almost relaxing. Since then, it was replaced with concrete post and benches and steps. Progress that improved things in a way? I guess. I look forward to seeing you soon. My only complaint is parking can be difficult depending on when and what time of year it is. Who needs a boat when you have a pier. I have not fished the pier in many years but I recall seeing snook, mackerel, shark, snapper, turtles, stingray and dolphins in the water here. Parking is free in designated spots with a beach permit however things are subject to change as you can see. I hear the locals are now required to get a salt water/ shore permit to fish the pier or shore for the past two years and it's free for now but why? I suspect they will start charging in the future when they want a few more dollars, just mark my words. P.S. This area is very clean, people help out by picking up trash and recycling. The green movement is working. And speaking of green don't wear tie dye at the beach because you will get hounded to buy or sell to all the tourist or UC detectives. Just a warning, ya mon erry ting will be ahh rite.

The pier! I remember when I first came to Naples my husband brought me to the pier and I was in complete shock. If you come here around 5 or 6 when the sun is setting.... absolutely beautiful! You can see a little bit of everything here. People fishing, kids running and laughing, couples being super romantic. If you're lucky you can see the Pelicans catching fish! If you go towards the end you may be able to see fish in the water. This is a great place to bring family from out of town, or to come fishing, or just to bathe in the water.

I love coming here! The pier is currently under construction after hurricane damage, so you can only walk out half way, but I'm sure it will be wonderful again when it is finished. The beach is very nice. On a hot day, it can be difficult to find parking nearby and the beach can get rather crowded, but I mostly love coming here to go running in the morning or on a cooler day when it is much less busy. The beach stretches on for miles and the sand is soft, so it's a wonderful place if you like walking or running on the beach. Naples beach is also a great place to watch the sunset.

Still the most romantic place in all of Naples to stroll during the sunset. A treat, even as a local, to come here. Try to stay away during season due to the crowds and lack of parking. Anyone can fish here, though some locals get territorial. There are restrooms, showers, and always a volleyball net on the beach. Walk a few blocks to 3rd Street, catch dinner or dessert.

This is a beautiful area that is fun for the kids, or a romantic walk with your love. It can get very crowded, but everyone seems friendly. It's fun to walk out on the pier. We saw some fisherman, and some Dolphins! The sand is soft and clean. I didn't see any trash in the sand, so that is a huge plus.

First time and I LOVE this beach and pier. We came for the sunset. It was very busy, everyone had the same idea. Apparently, it's on the top 10 list of things to do. We were able to capture some amazing sunset picture. We were able to find parking easily, but it may be difficult at times bc there are just little inlets of paid parking here and there.