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Here’s how to spend an entire day – morning ‘til night – in the hip and growing neighborhood on the fringes of downtown Sarasota. Few neighborhoods in Sarasota have seen a rapid overhaul the likes of the Rosemary District. Once a small, quiet offshoot of downtown, the Rosemary District has...
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Discover Sarasota's history, wildlife, circus scene, ghost stories and the best restaurants in town with our local tour companies. Whether it's your first trip to Sarasota County or 100th time, there's always something new to learn about this pocket of Florida's Gulf Coast. Many tour operators have local in-depth knowledge...
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With over 35 miles of beaches and six islands to choose from, picking the perfect kind of paradise in Sarasota can seem daunting. The sand, wildlife, and scenery along our coastline can change with just a short walk in any direction; and depending on the weather, a storm could become...
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Get to Know Sarasota County with group transportation options from open-air trolleys to the finest limousines.
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The annual Venice Sharks Tooth Festival invites marine lovers to discover magnificent fossil collections and jawsome finds! Sharks. The mere mention of these carnivorous creatures makes some people cringe. In Venice, however, it's actually cause for celebration. The Sharks Tooth Festival, which first began in 1992, returns every year to...
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Savor Sarasota returns June 1-14, restaurants that want to take part need to act fast It's officially time for Sarasota County's best restaurants to claim their spot at the table. The 21st Annual Savor Sarasota, hosted annually by Visit Sarasota County, returns June 1 through June 14, 2026, and registration...
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Visit Sarasota County is proud to share that Siesta Key, one of Sarasota County’s most iconic beach destinations, has been named the No. 1 Best Beach in the U.S. in U.S. News & World Report’s 2026 Best Vacations rankings. The recognition underscores Siesta Key’s enduring appeal for travelers drawn to...
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During its centennial year, Sarasota Opera’s longtime artistic director and principal conductor will be recognized at the National Travel & Tourism Week Celebration on May 7 SARASOTA, Fla. – Maestro Victor DeRenzi has been conducting excellence at the Sarasota Opera for over four decades – and now, he will be...
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In partnership with Visit Sarasota County, the three-day tournament in May will draw more than 1,000 players and spectators and offer a pathway to two major amateur pickleball championships. Southern Pickleball, in partnership with Visit Sarasota County, today announced that the SW Florida Powerball Amateur State Championships, presented by Carvana...