3rd Street South Naples FL: Shops, Dining, Farmers Market and Nearby Homes

3rd Street South is the historic village center of Old Naples, a few blocks from the Gulf beach and the Naples Pier. Often called the birthplace of Naples, the district has promoted itself for years with the line "Glamour and Good Times Since the 1930s." Today it is a walkable mix of courtyard restaurants, boutiques, galleries and cafes, and one of the most desirable addresses in Naples, Florida 34102 for homeowners who want to stroll to dinner.

Where Is 3rd Street South?

3rd Street South runs north-south through Old Naples, one block east of Gordon Drive. Most of the shopping and dining is on the three blocks between Broad Avenue South and 14th Avenue South, with the beach a short walk west and 5th Avenue South a few blocks north.

Third Street South Farmers Market

The Saturday farmers market is a Naples tradition. It was started in 1994 by the Third Street South merchants and has grown to more than 60 vendors selling produce, flowers, seafood, baked goods and prepared foods. Leashed dogs are welcome.

• When: Saturdays, 7:30 to 11:30 a.m., year-round.
• Where: From mid-November through April it sets up directly on Third Street South between Broad Avenue South and 13th Avenue South. In the off-season it moves to the Neapolitan parking lot behind Tommy Bahama, between Third Street and Gordon Drive.
• Schedules can change, so check the Third Street South merchants' calendar before you go.

Restaurants on 3rd Street South

A few of the long-time favorites within a couple of blocks:

• Ridgway Bar & Grill - chef-owner Tony Ridgway's courtyard restaurant, a local favorite for decades.
• Sea Salt (1186 Third St S) - chef Fabrizio Aielli's seafood-focused restaurant, known for its collection of more than 100 salts.
• Campiello (1177 Third St S) - rustic Italian with a popular outdoor terrace.
• Barbatella (1290 Third St S) - Italian and pizza, with gelato next door.
• Jane's Cafe on Third, Tony's Off Third and Old Naples Pub - easy breakfast, coffee, pastries and casual patio dining.

See our full Old Naples restaurants guide for 5th Avenue South and Crayton Cove too.

Events and Things to Do

• Seasonal evening events with live music in the courtyards, including Third Thursday on Third.
• Holiday lights and festivities in December.
• Walk west to the beach and the Naples Pier for sunset, or east to Historic Palm Cottage, the oldest home in Naples.

Parking and Getting Around

Street parking and public lots fill quickly in season. Many Old Naples residents walk, bike or use a golf cart to reach 3rd Street South, one of the everyday perks of living nearby.

Living Near 3rd Street South

The streets around 3rd Street South mix 1960s and 1970s condos, boutique villa buildings, and single-family homes that range from original cottages to new custom estates. In mid-November 2026, Old Naples had roughly 80 condos and villas listed from about $275,000 to $7.7 million and about 60 single-family homes from about $3 million to $44 million.

• Old Naples condos for sale | condos under $600K | luxury condos $2M+
• Old Naples homes for sale | historic homes and cottages

3rd Street South FAQ

Talk With an Old Naples Real Estate Specialist

Glen Bigness, REALTOR®
Bigness Group LLC with Premiere Plus Realty
Serving Southwest Florida buyers and sellers since 1986

Call or text 239-272-4663 or email glenbigness@gmail.com. Learn more about Glen.

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