Neighborhood Guide
Away from the resort strip, Olde Marco is where authentic Florida still lives — walkable, waterfront, and wonderfully unhurried.
Most visitors to Marco Island never discover Olde Marco — the quiet, charming neighborhood at the island's southern tip that predates the resort era. This is where Marco Island began: a fishing village built on the edge of the Marco River, surrounded by mangroves and tidal waterways teeming with wildlife.
Today, Olde Marco retains that Old Florida character. The streets are quiet, the restaurants are local, the waterfront is authentic, and the pace is blissfully slow. It's the side of Marco Island that those who've been coming for decades guard jealously.
And it's exactly where Riverside Relaxation is located.
The quintessential Olde Marco waterfront restaurant. Outdoor tiki bar, live music, incredible sunsets, and fresh Gulf seafood. A short walk from Riverside Relaxation.
Seasonal outdoor market with local produce, artisan goods, and fresh Florida flavors. Perfect for stocking up the kitchen.
The historic anchor of Olde Marco — a landmark building that dates to the island's earliest days as a fishing village.
Rent kayaks, paddleboards, or a pontoon boat right from the neighborhood. Launch point for 10,000 Islands exploration.
A peaceful waterfront park just south of Olde Marco — great for watching sunsets, fishing, and dolphin spotting from the dock.
Staying on the main resort strip means traffic, crowds, and a sanitized Florida experience. Staying in Olde Marco means walking to dinner, watching dolphins from the dock, kayaking out of the marina, and feeling like you actually live here — even if just for a week.
Riverside Club — the gated waterfront community where Riverside Relaxation is located — sits right at the edge of Olde Marco. You get the security and resort amenities of a gated community with the walkable charm of Florida's best-kept neighborhood.
Walk to Snook Inn. Watch dolphins from your lanai. Enjoy 2 heated resort pools. This is the real Marco Island. Guest Favorite · 5.0 Stars · 63 Reviews.
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