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Punta Gorda
Revel in the old-world atmosphere of century-old Punta Gorda, whose rustic appeal is evident around every corner. Take a historic walking tour to learn how Punta Gorda evolved from cowtown, to winter resort, to the colorful riverfront city it is today.
Next, head over to Fishermen’s Village, the site of former fish packing houses that were the lifeblood of the early community. Boutiques offer clothing, jewelry, artwork and eclectic collectibles. Seven restaurants offer a variety of dining options from sidewalk cafés to waterfront fare.
Check out the newly designated South Florida Birding Trail site, Charlotte Harbor Environmental Center’s Alligator Creek facility on Burnt Store Road just south of Punta Gorda. Look to the right as you enter, and you may see a nesting pair of bald eagles that has set up home there. There are also four miles of trails to hike.
For baseball fans, Charlotte County's $46 million rebuilt and expanded sports arena, which will become the Tampa Bay Rays' spring training home in 2009, is just minutes away.
Punta Gorda became the southernmost stop on the South Florida Railroad, attracting the industries which propelled its initial growth. One man drawn to the area was George Brown, an African-American shipbuilder and landowner, who became one of Punta Gorda’s founding fathers.
Choose from the following to find out more about:
The Punta Gorda Chamber of Commerce
1200 West Retta Esplanade, Unit E43
Punta Gorda, FL 33950
(941) 639-3720
www.puntagorda-chamber.com
