Siesta Key

​Find out about Sarasota history, microbreweries, ghost stories, and the best restaurants in town with our local tour companies. 

Uncover some of the best beaches and backdrops to snap a picture in #MySarasota

It’s hard not to feel like you’re living in paradise among the clear blue skies, warm weather, glistening oceans, waterfront dining, great food, and delicious tropical drinks in Sarasota.

From Sarasota’s white sand beaches to the palm trees and sunny days, this county provides ample opportunities to take a glamorous photo, but knowing the best places in town for a photo can ensure your followers like the view just as much.

Find out how to find those favorite backdrops from the show and stars' social media pages around Sarasota County

This Sarasota neighborhood near Siesta Key is a local favorite full of surprises and international culture

Gulf Gate is a hidden jewel in south Sarasota with a unique collection of restaurants and shops that celebrate global traditions. In one day, visitors can travel from Mexico to Sweden, Poland to England, Korea to Hungary, and many places in between. Teeming with small businesses, Gulf Gate is an amazing way to travel the world without leaving Sarasota County.

Stay in coveted locales, from Crescent Beach to Siesta Village, with Beachside Management Vacation Rentals. 

Looking for a vacation home rental just steps from the beach? Regularly named the No. 1 beach in the U.S., including in 2025 as part of Tripadvisor's Travelers' Choice Awards, your next getaway could be as easy as walking out your front door to the sugary sands and turquoise waters of Siesta Key. And there's a comprehensive list of premier beachfront units to get you there.

Twelve beachfront hotels and resorts to stay just steps from the #1 Beach in the U.S. 

Dreaming of visiting the #1 beach in the U.S. (and #4 in the world!)? So named in the 2025 Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice Awards, Siesta Key gets a lot of hype — and once you're here, it's easy to see why.

Making the trip to Siesta Key for the Siesta Key Crystal Classic? We've got the perfect long weekend itinerary sculpted for you. 

A November visit to Siesta Key isn't complete without the chance to witness the sand art mastery of the annual Siesta Key Crystal Classic International Sand Sculpting Festival.