What are some popular cities to visit in the central part of Florida's Gulf Coast?

The central part of Florida's Gulf Coast gets plenty of tourists, particularly in popular cities such as Tampa and Sarasota. Fort Myers is another hot spot, providing easy access to beautiful natural areas such as the Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve and the J.N. 'Ding' Darling National Wildlife Refuge. You can also explore different options for camping near Gulf Coast on Hipcamp.