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Welcome to the Sarasota Area
Soak up the sun along our white-sand beaches. Treat yourself to diverse dining, enriching arts and culture, shopping districts of all sorts and natural Florida fun. Here, each moment is your own.
Your Season. Year-Round.
Your Season. Year-Round.
Set along Florida’s Gulf Coast, the Sarasota area is a lively coastal community with award-winning beaches, a vibrant arts and culture scene, and year-round sunshine. It offers a relaxed yet sophisticated vibe you won’t find anywhere else.
Whether you’re planning a long getaway or exploring close to home, you’ll discover countless things to do in Sarasota: top-tier museums and theaters, outdoor adventures, and acclaimed dining and shopping.
Explore our guides to Sarasota-area beaches, featuring iconic white-sand shores and hidden coastal treasures, and stay up to date with our calendar of local events celebrating music, food, arts and community. Everything you need is here — your ultimate guide to experiencing everything that makes Sarasota, Florida, an unforgettable vacation spot.
Sarasota shines all year long. Pick your season and see what's in store.
| Winter | Spring | Summer | Fall |
Discover the Sarasota area year-round with our mobile pass. From spring markets and summer sunsets to fall festivals and holiday lights, there's something new to explore every season.
There’s always something worth applauding on Florida’s Cultural Coast®. Enjoy captivating performances, inspiring galleries, fascinating museums and a creative spirit that makes our arts and culture scene one of a kind.
Choose from beachfront resorts with a view, stylish downtown hotels, comfortable vacation rentals or peaceful campgrounds.
