Be With Nature - Welcome to a restored, preserved and transformed blue and green oasis! Lose yourself in the natural beauty of The Bay and you’ll forget you’re in downtown Sarasota. And, make s... Photo
Birds Eye View of The Bay - After a decade, the community’s hopes and aspirations for a sustainable gathering place in the heart of downtown Sarasota became a reality. The first full 14 acres of ... Photo 2
Ibis Playground - The larger-than-life ibis birds, fondly named Sara and Zota, welcome children of all ages to play, laugh, and have fun. Photo 3
Freen Guided Kayak Tours at The Bay - Explore The Bay from a different vantage point - the water.  Weekly guided kayak tours are just one of the many free family-friendly activities that are offere... Photo 4

The Bay Park

1055 Blvd of the Arts, Sarasota, FL 34236 (941) 203-5316

What will YOU do at The Bay today? The Bay is a signature public park along Sarasota Bay. Designed to be “one park for all,” The Bay is open and accessible, free and welcoming to everyone in the community. The Bay preserves, restores and transforms 53 acres of precious city-owned land into a blue and green oasis - providing a sustainable bayfront gathering place for all to enjoy.

There is so much to see and do at The Bay every day. Feel free to experience The Bay at your own pace… in your own way. Take a walk to be with nature or take in a spectacular sunset. Watch a movie under the stars or have fun on the Ibis Playground. Enjoy a free concert in the park or explore Sarasota Bay in a kayak. Get your heart pumping at a fitness class or get your feet moving at a dance party.

Regardless of what interests you… every program, event and activity at The Bay is free to all. For more information, please visit www.thebaysarasota.org or check out the current Calendar of Events at The Bay

Amenities

Beaches & Parks Details

  • Bicycle Trails
  • Canoe Launch
  • Hiking Trails
  • Pet Friendly Park
  • Picnic Facilities
  • Playground
  • Restaurant In Park
  • Restrooms
  • Wildlife/Bird Watching

General Info

  • Accessible
  • Boat Accessible
  • Family-Friendly
  • Free Admission:
    Always... Everything.
  • Pet-Friendly
  • Tours Available
  • WiFi
Be With Nature - Welcome to a restored, preserved and transformed blue and green oasis! Lose yourself in the natural beauty of The Bay and you’ll forget you’re in downtown Sarasota. And, make s... Photo
Birds Eye View of The Bay - After a decade, the community’s hopes and aspirations for a sustainable gathering place in the heart of downtown Sarasota became a reality. The first full 14 acres of ... Photo 2
Ibis Playground - The larger-than-life ibis birds, fondly named Sara and Zota, welcome children of all ages to play, laugh, and have fun. Photo 3
Freen Guided Kayak Tours at The Bay - Explore The Bay from a different vantage point - the water.  Weekly guided kayak tours are just one of the many free family-friendly activities that are offere... Photo 4
Be With Nature - Welcome to a restored, preserved and transformed blue and green oasis! Lose yourself in the natural beauty of The Bay and you’ll forget you’re in downtown Sarasota. And, make s... Photo
Birds Eye View of The Bay - After a decade, the community’s hopes and aspirations for a sustainable gathering place in the heart of downtown Sarasota became a reality. The first full 14 acres of ... Photo 2
Ibis Playground - The larger-than-life ibis birds, fondly named Sara and Zota, welcome children of all ages to play, laugh, and have fun. Photo 3
Freen Guided Kayak Tours at The Bay - Explore The Bay from a different vantage point - the water.  Weekly guided kayak tours are just one of the many free family-friendly activities that are offere... Photo 4