Sarasota
Below are some of the attractions we believe will compliment your Sarasota travels:
MOTE SEA AQUARIUM
An educational and family-friendly aquarium located in the heart of UTC near shopping, restaurants and activities for the whole family. More Information
POPSTROKE
Test out you game while soaking up the warm Florida sunshine at this Tiger Woods-designed destination. Pay once and play all day! More Information
SIESTA KEY BEACH
No trip to Sarasota is complete without a stop at our world-famous beach. Named one of the top beaches in the US multiple times, it's the quartz-sand that makes it a unique spot. More Information
MYAKKA RIVER STATE PARK
It's worth the drive to visit one of Florida's oldest and largest State parks where you can get a glimpse of what the habitat may have looked like for early Native American and Spanish settlers. More Information
MARIE SELBY BOTANICAL GARDENS
A tropical oasis in downtown Sarasota with some of the rarest and most vivid plants in the area. More Information
JOHN & MABLE RINGLING MUSEUM OF ART
A must-see art and history experience on the peaceful Sarasota Bay. Learn about the circus history of our town along with world-class exhibits. More Information
An Olympic rowing headquarter, this local park often has events and fun activities for the whole family. More Information
LEGACY TRAIL
A scenic bike ride trail located just blocks from our home that can take you all the way down to Venice if you're feeling adventurous. More Information
Kayaking thru the mangroves is a local favorite pastime and one of our families top vacation activities. More Information
If you enjoy historical buildings and intimate plays, you can't go wrong spending the evening at The Asolo. More Information
Below are our recommended area rentals:
CHARGED RIDE E-BIKES
Located in nearby Pinecraft, reserve ahead to have e-bikes delivered to our home and ready to ride. More Information
Below are some restaurants our family frequently visits:
SCOOPS AND SPRINKLES CREAMERY
Enough flavors to try a different one each day of the week. More Information
PEACHY'S BAKING CO
What started as a food truck with lines wrapped around the building has now become a local donut and coffee staple. More Information
STATION 400
Inside the old town train station depot lives a hidden brunch spot. If the weather permits, we recommend the outdoor garden area. More Information
BUTTERMILK HANDCRAFTED FOOD
A great spot to grab a cup of coffee or homestyle breakfast. You will often find our family here on a Saturday morning. More Information
SHORE LONGBOAT KEY
The drive out there alone is worth it, but the food takes this spot over the top. More Information
DRYDOCK WATERFRONT GRILL
One of the area's hidden gems (literally, it's hidden in a marina) where you can watch fisherman carry fresh fish off their boats straight to the kitchen. More Information
BOCA
A downtown hotspot with drinks and food that is worth writing home about. More Information
BUDDY BREW COFFEE
Don't let the small building fool you, this local coffee brewery packs a mean cup of joe. More Information
PROJECT COFFEE
Most people come for the coffee and food, but end up staying for the ambiance and board games. More Information
OWEN'S FISH CAMP
One of the first places we take traveling guests; there's just something about the ambiance and back patio that feels like home. More Information
URBAN FRESH SANDWICH CO
We wouldn't usually recommend a food truck but in this case the truffle fries make the outdoor wait worth every minute. More Information
BRICK'S SMOKED MEATS
A unique spot that somehow takes barbeque and makes it feel upscale. More Information
MAIN STREET CREAMERY
We love the variety of dietary options and old-time creamery feel of this ice cream shop. More Information
FLORENCE AND THE SPICE BOYS
A true culinary experience, we've never had a bad dish here and even the ambiance will make you leave feeling satisfied. More Information
WHITNEY'S LBK
Who doesn't love a good gas station converted into restaurant moment? On a nice day we like order their grab-and-go lunch bags and walk across the street to the beach. More Information
POSTAL 98
Pinecraft's old post office is now a happening coffee and eatery. We recommend the lavender latte and really any of the food. More Information
MAMA MANDY'S SOFT PRETZELS
Buttery soft and fresh out of the oven, you can't go wrong with a homemade soft pretzel. More Information