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See where to go for a glowing good time after dark this holiday season We may not have snow in Sarasota County. But we definitely know how to celebrate a bright Christmas, decorating our homes and well-known local sites with all kinds of twinkling touches. Get in the holiday spirit...
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Those in the know will not always wish to share their secret beach spots so liberally — lest they become common and crowded — but we’ll let you in on a few of Manasota Key’s secrets anyway. Manasota Key is a beautiful beach and eco destination south of Sarasota and...
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Discover the best places to stay, play and dine with our brochures and guides! Click the links below to view them online or to download and print them at home: 2025 Official Visitors Guide Sarasota County Map Sarasota Area Beaches Sarasota County Coloring Book Kids Activity Page Discover Natural Sarasota...
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Choose your adventure in this laid-back coastal community Ever wonder what it might have been like to vacation in Florida in decades past? Then you'll want to head to Englewood, a place that oozes Old Florida, small-town charm. You won't find lots of Med Rev mega-mansions and sprawling strip malls...
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Beyond Sarasota County's beautiful beaches, shopping, dining and cultural amenities there is something else to make your visit special. Get a glimpse of Florida's "natural" side and its authentic beauty in our state parks. Sarasota County offers more than just its beaches, dining and shopping locations. In fact, the county...
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If you're hoping to catch a glimpse of Florida’s beloved gentle giants, Sarasota County is one of the best places to do it. These slow-moving, plant-munching marine mammals (often called “sea cows”) thrive in the warm, shallow waters of Florida's Gulf Coast. Whether you're kayaking through mangroves or exploring our...
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Keep the little ones – or the big ones – engaged and entertained with a Sarasota Scavenger Hunt. How many can they find? #MySarasota. At the Beach (Remember: If the creature is alive, please observe and enjoy, but handle carefully and return to its home safely) Colorful lifeguard stands A...
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There's no better way to get away from the daily grind than to find a nice, relaxing spot at Chart House – one of the best Longboat Key waterfront restaurants. Whether you're in the dining room or on the terrace overlooking the gorgeous Gulf waters of Sarasota Bay, Chart House...
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Human ingenuity meets marine life in an environmental blend of recreation, conservation and community benefits via Sarasota's artificial reefs program. Our crystal-clear waters and vibrant sea life remain our bread and butter. That's why Sarasota County implemented an artificial reef program that, for the last 15 years, has positively contributed...
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There are endless things to do at this award-winning — not to mention stunning — Florida's Gulf Coast beach. Come see for yourself why Siesta Beach ranks among the best. It's no wonder Siesta Beach, with its quartz-crystal sand as white and soft as powdered sugar, has been called "the...