The average cost to rent a boat in Naples ranges from $36 to $600 per hour. Boat rentals can be captained or bareboat, with options for half or full day.

With a Naples boat rental, top destinations include Keewaydin Island, a beautiful, boat-access-only spot known for its white sand beaches and peaceful vibes. The Gordon River and Naples Bay offer scenic inland cruising past luxury homes and waterfront restaurants. For nature lovers, Rookery Bay and the nearby mangrove estuaries provide quiet spots to explore by boat or kayak. A trip to Marco Island opens up opportunities for shelling, dolphin watching, and shallow water anchoring. Naples delivers a perfect blend of elegance and coastal adventure from the water.

Naples Boat Show — A major showcase for boating, held annually in winter. The 2025 show ran January 23–26, 2025 and offered both “on-land” exhibits and an “in-water” display at the city dock.
Marine Industries Christmas Boat Parade — A festive holiday tradition on the water. The 2025 parade is scheduled for Saturday, December 13, 2025, with decorated boats cruising Naples Bay.
Holiday Boat Parade & Sunset Cruise (Tin City) — A more relaxed holiday-season outing offered by a local cruise operator: a sunset cruise departing from Tin City docks, cruising through Naples Bay and the canals, timed with the Christmas Boat Parade for holiday views.

Naples City Dock - Classic downtown marina with floating slips (accommodating many boat sizes), fuel, pump-outs, and quick access to Naples Bay and the Gulf. Especially good if you want to dock near shops, restaurants, and nightlife.
Naples Bay Resort & Marina - Full-service marina with 97 slips (up to ~110 ft), direct Gulf access with no fixed bridges, resort-style amenities — ideal for yacht owners or those who want a “dock + downtown + comfort” combo.
Bayfront Marina - Boutique-style marina right in the heart of Old Naples / downtown — perfect for short-term stays, easy access to dining and nightlife, and a good base for short cruises on the bay.
Port of the Islands Marina - Excellent for boaters aiming to explore the backwaters, the Everglades coast, or take wildlife/eco-tours — offers slips, boat rentals, charters, and quick access to Ten Thousand Islands and the Gulf.