Virtual Sarasota County Activities

Live Cams at Mote Aquarium

Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium is a sensational trip for visitors of all ages, offering up close and personal viewing of exotic sea creatures like sea turtles, sharks and more. Two of their most popular exhibits - manatees and river otters - are available for daily digital viewing via live cams on their website.

Siesta Beach Live Cam

America's #1 beach is a top attraction for visitors looking to soak up some sun on the world-famous Siesta Key sand with a view of the turquoise waters of Florida's Gulf Coast. While it may not be the same as a full sensory experience on the beach, Sarasota County's beach cam lets you soak up those award-winning Siesta views daily.

Sarasota Bay Live Cam

You can watch the sunrise, sunset, or just check out the afternoon weather across Sarasota Bay from high above downtown Sarasota thanks to the daily live cam from The Bay Sarasota - a community-involved redevelopment initiative. The website also has a live feed of the soothing sights and sounds of the fountain at the Sarasota Garden Club.

Shark Scavenger Hunt

Venice is known as the Shark's Tooth Capital of the World due to the thousands of fossilized teeth that wash up each year on their south Sarasota County beaches. Historic Downtown Venice  encourages guests of all ages to learn more about the species of sharks found in the Gulf with their Shark Spotting scavenger hunt. Spot 10 bronze sculptures of different shark species as you roam the sidewalks of Venice Avenue, and if you can't find a few, check the website for some helpful hints.

Find a New Novel

Take a digital stroll down the shelves of Sarasota's book boutique BookStore1. Staff is working hard to recommend top titles in their online store and on their Facebook and Instagram pages. Calm the mind by cracking open a classic, or pass the time with a modern adventure!

When was the last time you stepped into a public library? Sarasota County takes great pride in not only evolving these classic landmarks of learning around the destination, but making them more available than ever to guests inside and out. Expand your mind by browsing their digital resources filled with handy at home activities for kids of all ages, digital books, audio books and more!