Shopping

It's always hard to think of good, creative holiday gifts for your loved ones. Instead, try exploring for some great holiday gifts and while you're out and about, enjoy some festive happenings around town.

We've all been there at this time of year: it's a few weeks before the holidays, and you're still scratching your head at what to give to your family members for the holidays. Try exploring some of the shopping districts in Sarasota County and while your out enjoy festive events and activities around the area.

Venice Avenue is a prime spot for browsing and buying

Whether you're looking for something specific or have a little extra cash burning a hole in your pocket, downtown Venice is a great place to do some shopping. All kinds of boutiques line Venice Avenue, offering everything from stylish apparel to seaworthy gifts.

Don’t miss this shop- and restaurant-filled stretch in downtown Venice

In downtown Venice, Venice Avenue can sometimes get all of the attention. But just a block away, Miami Avenue also makes a great spot for strolling, shopping, sipping, and snacking.

Start at the intersection of Miami and Nokomis Avenues, where a gurgling fountain in a pretty pocket park provides a soothing soundtrack for the beginning of your visit. Then head west to get shopping.

There are several retail districts and ways to spend a day browsing and buying in Sarasota. 

Grab your bag and a pair of comfortable shoes: It’s time to go shopping. Whether you’re looking for stylish swimwear or hip home decor, you’ll find plenty of stores in Sarasota County with must-have merchandise. When you’ve had your fill of sun, sand and surf or simply prefer to find the local shopping center over the local beach, here are a few ways to spend a day filling your retail therapy cup. 

The Historic Downtown Village of Sarasota provides hands-on, kid-friendly creativity with the no-planning-or-cleaning relaxation that vacation demands

Sarasota is a city of creativity.

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Pinecraft gives visitors a glimpse into a quieter lifestyle where the food is made from scratch, the pastimes involve no Wi-Fi, and everything is done with pride.

Holiday gifts can turn into a daunting expedition. Take our advice and find some great gifts for your loved ones to cherish!

Learn more about how a sweet little Sarasota treat is made and where it can be enjoyed.

People might not be the only thing vacationing in Sarasota County. Thanks in part to our subtropical climate, which produces a beautiful range of colorful and attractive flowers, other little visitors seem to have their ears buzzing. Bees that is, and they leave us with a sweet treat that is enjoyed by locals and tourists alike.