Holly's Sarasota Guidebook
Beaches
Siesta Beach
White sand beaches and fantastic water!
Small beach access to the same sand and water as Siesta, less crowded.
69 locals recommend
Crescent Beach Grocery
1211 Old Stickney Point RdSmall beach access to the same sand and water as Siesta, less crowded.
Another close alternative to Siesta. The sand is not the same, and the beach is somewhat steep, but it’s a nice little spot.
91 locals recommend
Turtle Beach
Another close alternative to Siesta. The sand is not the same, and the beach is somewhat steep, but it’s a nice little spot.
Lido Key Beach
400 Benjamin Franklin DrA little further away. Tends to get more waves.
Sightseeing
Legacy Trail
Central Sarasota ParkwayGreat for bike riding.
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
1534 Mound StThe John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
5401 Bay Shore RdMote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium
1600 Ken Thompson PkwyCircus Hall of Fame
3076 Peru Circus LnParks
ZooTampa at Lowry Park
1101 W Sligh AveBusch Gardens
10165 McKinley DrSarasota Jungle Gardens
3701 Bay Shore RdSmall park to take the littles or just go for a walk and enjoy the trails.
10 locals recommend
Urfer Family Park
4012 Honore AveSmall park to take the littles or just go for a walk and enjoy the trails.
Sky Zone Trampoline Park
6180 Edgelake DrTreeUmph! Adventure Course
21805 State Road 70 EJumpin Fun Inflata Park
7321 Trade CtMote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium
1600 Ken Thompson PkwyFood scene
Greek Taverna
5755 S Beneva RdBangkok Restaurant
4791 Swift RdPhillippi Creek Oyster Bar
5353 S Tamiami TrailPacific Rim
1859 Hillview StPho 99
5191 Clark RdDaiquiri Deck Siesta Key Village
5250 Ocean BlvdCinéBistro
3501 S Tamiami TrailDaRuMa
5459 Fruitville RdLive Music and Adult Beverages
The Gator Club
1490 Main St