Attractions & Tours
Sarasota County has a variety of attractions for everyone's enjoyment, from art museums to natural science aquariums and other local must-sees.
Say hello to a manatee, relax on the beach, explore a farmers market — these are all must-do activities if you want to make the most out of your trip to Sarasota County. Enjoy our range of fun-filled attractions, featuring ventures into magnificent fine art institutions, up-close encounters with exotic animals, adventures in tree canopies, and boat rides through wild and untamed parts of Florida.
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Take a Tour of Sarasota in Dolly The Trolley or Vanna White our High Top Passenger Van!
Hop aboard to experience fun, entertaining...
Freedom Boat Club is the worlds largest members-only boat club with 300+ locations in the United States, Canada, and Europe, with 20...
Come paddle with Canoe Outpost-Peace River and enjoy a quiet, peaceful float along Florida's most popular State Paddle Trail. The beautiful Peace...
Cruisin' Tikis Sarasota offers a variety of fun sightseeing cruises from 90 minutes to 4 hours including Fun Tiki cruises, Sunsets, Sandbar/swim,...
Formally known as Pineapple Park this park was recently dedicated and named in honor of “Mr. Downtown”, Paul Thorpe, Jr. in 2017....
2018 and 2019 Small Business of the Year! Join expert naturalists & certified instructors for a laid back adventure exploring the bay on...
Open 7 a.m. – 11 p.m., daily. Pets are allowed outside the Steigerwaldt-Jockey Children’s Fountain area. Popular location to jog, enjoy the...
SailVenice is located at the Crow's Nest Marina and Restaurant. Near Historic downtown Venice. 5 Sailing tours daily in the Gulf of...
"In loving memory of the valiant of Sarasota County who gave their lives to preserve for their loved ones and you the...
New, modern, comfortable, roomy, all weather, exceptionally clean & safe vessels that sail flat. No getting cold & wet, no hanging on! Our convertible all...
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