Attractions near Sarasota, Florida

Address: 538 Canal Road, Siesta Key Florida 34242

Hours: Open Daily 6 AM-12 AM 

Since 2015, Siesta Key Beach has been ranked as the #1 beach in the USA by the TripAdvisor Traveler’s Choice awards. Part of what sets Siesta Key Beach apart is its beautiful white sand. Made from 99% pure quartz, the beach reflects the sun’s heat, which leaves the sand cool underfoot even on the hottest days. With lifeguards, concession stands, beachside rentals, and picnic areas, it’s easy to spend a whole day or more at Siesta Key Beach.

Address: 190 Taft Drive, Sarasota Florida 34236 

Hours: Open Daily 6 AM-10 PM 

Paddling your way through one of the mangrove tunnels on Lido Key is an incredible, other-worldly experience. Whether you embark on your own or as part of a guided tour, you’ll find the mangrove tunnels full of wildlife both above and below the water. If you’re looking for an escape from the sun for a few hours, a trip through the shaded, quiet, and cool mangrove forest is ideal for people of all ages. 

Address: 1534 Mound Street, Sarasota Florida 34236

Hours: Open Daily 10 AM-5 PM 

The Marie Selby Botanical Gardens have two campuses, one in downtown Sarasota and another at Historic Spanish Point. Combined, the Gardens encompass 45 acres of bayfront sanctuaries dedicated to connecting people to the nature and history of Florida. You can explore these extensive gardens separately, or book a roundtrip boat tour along the Intracoastal Waterway that links the two campuses. 

Address: 1435 Main St, Sarasota Florida 34236

Hours:  Sunday-Thursday 11 AM-10PM, Friday-Saturday 11 AM-11 PM 

Duval’s has been voted the best seafood restaurant 8 years in a row by the local community, and has won a TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice award two years in a row. Duval’s is committed to providing freshly sourced ingredients from local farmers and fishermen. Located in the heart of downtown, this staple of Sarasota is famous for its Po’Boy Sandwich. 

Address: 2 Marina Plaza, Sarasota Florida 34236

Hours: Open Daily from 11 AM-2 PM, 5 PM-9 PM  

When it comes to great Sarasota restaurants on the water, Marina Jack stands apart from the rest. Located on the second floor of Marina Jack, the dining room offers expansive waterfront views. Home to some of the area’s finest steaks, seafood, and pasta, Marina Jack is an ideal place to dine after a day on the beach or before a night on the town. 

Address: 465 John Ringling Blvd #200, Sarasota Florida 34236

Hours: Monday-Thursday 11 AM-10 PM, Friday-Saturday 11 AM-11 PM Sunday 10 AM-10 PM 

Shore offers great American cuisine in a unique and charming mid-century atmosphere. Striving to set a new standard in coastal living and dining, you’re sure to enjoy their specialty dishes and creative cocktails in an open air dining space. Shore not only offers great food, but a vibrant atmosphere to shop or even host events.