Things to do in Ave Maria, Florida
Ave Maria is a short drive (approximately 1 hour) from Fort Myers. When you arrive at the town center, stop by the New Home & Welcome Center for a town map.
Tour one of 20 designer model homes in this master-planned community.
Visit the award-winning Oratory architecture and the first major U.S. Catholic university built in 40 years; Ave Maria University. On the facade of the Ave Maria Oratory Church building is a 30-foot high Annunciation sculpture depicting the Archangel Gabriel greeting Mary with the words “Ave Marie.”
Ave Maria also offers places to shop and dine. Read Ave Maria’s featured blog article – click here!
Sightseeing Trolley Tours
Free 45-minute trolley tours of Ave Maria depart from the Town Center every Tuesday from mid-January through April. Reservations are encouraged but not required and can be made by calling 239.352.3903.
Ave Maria Farmers Market
Ave Maria’s Farmers Market – Shop a variety of homemade merchandise from local artisans in the Town Center every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. November through April.
Live Entertainment
Enjoy listening to a variety of live musical entertainment in Ave Maria’s Town Center each Tuesday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. January through April.
Visit Ave Maria’s Events Calendar on their website for more details and a complete list of scheduled of events.
Ave Maria Championship Golf Courses
Play a round of golf at Panther Run Golf Club. This 18-hole championship Gorden Lewis course was nominated as a Golf Digest Top 10 place to play. Six sets of tees, 63 sand bunkers, water on 13 holes and a beautiful natural setting ensure a great golf experience for players of all levels. Panther Run Golf Club tee times can be made by calling 239.304.2835.
The National Golf & Country Club at Ave Maria is an 18-hole championship course designed by Gordon Lewis that offers a fun challenge for all ages and skill levels. To book a tee-time call 239.867.9090.
Ave Maria is located in Collier County east of I-75.