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Enjoy fresh air, open spaces and global cuisine throughout the day in Historic Downtown Venice Sarasota County’s hidden jewel, Venice, is the ideal place to take in the Florida sights. Enjoy waterfront dining, and city highlights during our curated dining tour of the island. Dockside Waterfront Grill Located underneath Venice’s...
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Mark your calendars now. Every month there is a reason to get out and celebrate in Sarasota County. From international festivals of contemporary music, dance and theatre to shark's teeth, chalk and film festivals, and we cannot forget food and wine festivals, there is plenty of opportunity to discover something...
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The sunset is part of the reason you decided to visit Sarasota County. So check out our guide for the best ways to enjoy it. The sunset puts on a pretty good show most nights here in Sarasota County. And while you can always watch it for free from one...
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Have your phone or camera ready for all the beauty there is to see in Sarasota County. Whether you always whip out your smartphone for scenic pictures and selfies or you visit parks at dawn with fancy camera equipment for that idyllic nature shot, you'll find delight in these 11...
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Earlier this month, the City of Sarasota welcomed its first “living seawall” near downtown along Bayfront Park and O’Leary’s Tiki Bar & Grill. Sarasota’s newest attraction is aimed at targeting as many sea creatures as humans in the coming years. Earlier this month, the City of Sarasota welcomed its first...
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Grab a meal to-go and share it alfresco at one of these picturesque picnic spots. Sure, going out to lunch or dinner at atmospheric restaurants is great, and many here even have beautiful outdoor dining setups. But sometimes, it's just really nice to get further away from downtown areas and...
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Venice, Florida, has beautiful beaches, lots of parks and green space, a full calendar of annual events, and a healthy arts and restaurant scene. Learn more about things to do in the Gulf Coast town. Venice has beautiful beaches, lots of parks and green space, a full calendar of annual...
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In Englewood and Manasota Key, it's only natural to be outside and enjoying the scenic outdoors and recreational spaces. If you want to slow the pace and find charming outdoor sanctuaries, try a trip to south Sarasota. The quaint community of Englewood and the beaches of Manasota Key will likely...
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Get back to nature with a drive along River Road – an “old Florida” journey of wide-open expanses. If you’re heading to Wellen Park or CoolToday Park in North Port, there’s a good chance you’ll take the River Road exit off Interstate 75. And if you do, you’ll find yourself...
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Everything you need to know about tying the knot in Sarasota County Venues and Lodging Siesta Beach catapulted into international stardom in 2011 and again in 2015 when awarded TripAdvisors’ Travelers’ Choice Award for Best Beach in North America. Couples will not regret sinking their toes into Siesta’s satin-sewn sand...