This store has become the favorite shopping destination on Sanibel. Judy and her staff have gone…read moreout of their way to provide us with gorgeous pieces of coral at more than reasonable prices. Island Gifts is always our first stop when we get to Sanibel. I cannot speak any higher about this store. When you need gifts, coral or shells, shop around at the other stores and then wind up at Island Gifts. You will NOT be disappointed. Bruce & Linda Wesley Chapel, FL

Cheap cool shells. Tiny shop. Smells like dead seashells. Ladies are nice. Couple old dogs keeping…read morethem company worth a stop if you are on a mission to bring home a beautiful shell for a few bucks or a sand dollar for $0.25

On the Sanibel Island, you can find brightly colored shops like the T Shirt Hut inviting you in…read more With a bright pink exterior and turquoise blue doors it feels like the shops have a Caribbean vibe. I tried taking a selfie and the owner offered to take a real picture for me. How thoughtful! The store is a bit bigger than most shops and the better of the merchandise are the t-shirts and sweatshirts. They were of better design and quality without being too expensive. By better design, I mean the shirts were not cheesy or super touristy. It does not look like you got the shirt at a giveaway. The designs and cuts were just enough to say casual beach wear and if you wanted to stock up for gift giving it won't break the bank. There are shells to buy in the back of the store as well. Sand dollars were in good condition and they have a good variety of smaller colorful shells too. Good people working there as I was not pressured to buy something. The overall shopping experience was enjoyable. I would recommend checking it out!

Fantastic selection! Cute souvenirs! Great prices. The owner…read morewas super friendly. Highly recommend this shop.

Every year we visit Sanibel and Captiva Island. This is a spot we always stop for to pick up those…read moreunique sea shells we never find. In the past the customer service has been terrible, like really bad, but this last visit, it was very different. There were two ladies working in the store, and both welcomed us and said hello, asked if we needed help. Much improved! This is the store you go to buy sea shells, that's it! They have a few tee-shirts and hats but you come here to buy a shell or two or 10. There are probably thousands of different shells, from tiny shells to larger shells, some are pick yourself and some are behind a case. There are also decorative shells and very rare shells that sell for over $100. I do think you should stop here for shells, I also think they are expensive in ways. I am not sure where they purchase their shells but some that are super tiny, can run over $1.50 a shell. My wife bought one that was $2.00 and was smaller than a dime. But I guess it might be rare. I think most of these shells, especially the small ones should be 25 cents. My wife and her family like to do crafting so having a large mix variety of shells would also be beneficial. Overall this is your spot to go for sea shells. Plain and simple. It is the best spot in my opinion, there are a few stores around the island that sells shells, but Sea Shells has by far the biggest selection!

After our last visit I have to increase my rating. This is a store we visit each year for our…read morevacation to Sanibel/Captiva Island. In the past the customer service has been terrible! This past year though, the service was so much better, it actually made a great shopping experience. There was a younger lady and an older lady, but both were welcoming, greeted us, asked if we needed help and were just friendly. It was such a great improvement! This is your one stop shop for buying shells. All those seashells you want but cannot find, this is where you come. They have thousands of different shells, from tiny shells to larger shells. They also have decorative shells that either have been made into a figurine or painted. We always buy a couple unique looking ones. Sanibel and Captiva are known for their shelling but some of these you just never find, or at least we have never found. My only issue still is with the price. Some of the tiniest shells cost so much money! A tiny starfish the size of quarter might run you $1.50 or more. The prices just seem high. I would expect the tiny ones to be around 25 cents, but I think the cheapest one is 50 cents. I don't know where they get their shells from, but I do think its expensive. I also wish they had a big bag of random shells put together. I didn't really see that and you have so many options, it would be nice. Picking one tiny shell at a time can be a hassle and costs add up quickly. Overall this is your spot to go for sea shells, if there is something you really want, they have it here. A lot of unique shells, even some rare shells. I would highly recommend stopping here now that the customer service has improved!

Periwinkle Place Shops is widely recognized and makes it so easy to find almost everything in one…read morestop. The Shops offer a variety of women clothing stores to suit almost every taste, there are children+toy stores, eateries, a souvenir shop (and not a cheesy one either)- to name a few. While this place isn't flashy with De La Renta, Karan and the like, the clothing stores- for instance, are exclusive in their own tasteful Sanibel way. Some clothing can be too pink and turquoise for me (think of Vineyard Vines), but then there's the other side of Sanibel that's almost clean-cut with a minimalist feel. As was the case when I purchased 3 different minimalist-styled tops from two of the women's clothing stores in the plaza. Parking is a breeze. Grounds are immaculate. Take your time and venture to the 2nd floor also. In the many years hubs and I've been coming to the island, bringing gifts home has always been easy.

So many nice shops. Spare at least an hour and stop here. We went in 5-6 stores and bought…read moresomething in every one!

Only five and one star reviews (until this one) is pretty telling of this place - as its name…read moresuggests, it's very divisive! This is my third time in - I'm like a moth to the flame and somehow always end up stopping in when I'm at Fort Myers Beach. Their whole schtick is absurd and raunchy merch, great for gag gifts for someone with middle school boy humor. And that's exactly what you'll find here: very raunchy, vulgar, and not-for-everyone merch. To the point where nobody in our group ended up getting anything - it's THAT out there. It's mostly overpriced t-shirts with their namesake and other similar variations on that joke, but they have some other merch like stickers, hats, etc in a similar style. I got a sticker, but have to admit I wasn't in love with their sticker selection. Some of their stuff feels a bit random to be in there. This is definitely NOT for everyone, but it's a funny store that's always good for a few laughs if you're in the area!

We showed up at 8:55p.m. (door says 9p.m. close, Google says 10) after walking in the rain to…read moresupport them post-storm. The store was already locked, and the lady was unbelievably rude when we asked about the hours. They're big on asking for community support, but only on their terms. Shipwreck across the way welcomed us warmly even at closing, so we spent our money there instead.

Witnessed first hand the rudeness of not expecting people to u fold shirts to view the design and…read moresizing! Speaking to people like they're a child is not a good business practice! Would never return!

The service was not good. All Workers but one could not speak English and the one barley could …read more and they ask us not to unfold t-shirts to look at them because it was 15 min until closing . I selected a tshirt and another item to purchase and was told that they had counted the drawer and I would have to use a credit /debit card and they would nlnot except cash . What the heck know happening in this world !!!!

One of those days in the middle of vacation that it was a "shop and pool day" kind of day. It was…read morefairly steamy outside, so this sort of set up with a bunch of shops offering air conditioned comfort was a good choice. Tiki Jim's had lots of tee shirts and other souvenirs that a shopper might buy. Lots of parking in the area and great variety of shirts, though I prefer V necks for myself, so choices were a bit more limited.

Great little clothing shop in the heart of Sanibel. Prices are on par with other similar shops in…read morethe area. We purchased several shirts which were great quality and have already held up through several washes. I'm a local by I like bringing my visiting friends and family to this shopping outlet because they're are lots of shops to visit, Tiki Jims bring my favorite. I'll definitely be back. :-)

Haven't been in several years now since the devastating hurricane. We typically stayed at the West…read moreWind Inn since 1976. The selection of shells and corals at Sanibel Seashell Industries is a sensory overload! Costs are reasonable, obviously dependent on quality and size of the specific genus. We highly recommend visiting this business! Lane and Kathy Williams Evans, GA

Due to the storm, this place was closed when we went there and completely empty looked like a nice…read moreshot, but no longer there.

Another great place in the Olde Sanibel Shoppes that we always frequent. My mom loves this store…read moreand loves chatting with the owner. They have the coolest little gifts and fun things, really you could spend hours in there browsing. We're so happy to hear they opened again and will always support them!

I just found this store and I love it! I found so many fun things - hair clips (I have a ton of…read morehair and I can never find one that works) lovely handmade jewelry, coasters, local art work and so much more. Don't miss it! The customer service is excellent also!

Blue Patrot is amazing. Beautiful & Unique one of a kind, handmade jewelry and a great variety of…read moreunique items with a coastal style. Located right on Fort Myers Beach.... If you're in the area stop by- you won't be disappointed

From the owner: Escape the ordinary and discover a treasure trove of delightful finds at Blue Parrot, your premier…read moregift shop destination. Nestled in the heart of Fort Myers Beach, Blue Parrot offers a curated collection of unique gifts and charming keepsakes that are perfect for any occasion. Whether you're searching for a special memento or a whimsical surprise, you're sure to find something enchanting within our vibrant selection. Step inside and let the spirit of the island inspire you!