Things to do in Sarasota

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Recommended by 100% of Travelers

Sarasota Inshore Fishing Trip

By Bass Online

Get your fishing fix during a guided trip that takes you into the shimmering waters just off the coast of Sarasota. Brimming with hot spots that are ripe for

Recommended by 92% of Travelers

Morean Arts Center Admission

By Morean Arts Center

Discover the art and culture of downtown St. Petersburg with a visit to the Morean Arts Center, Chihuly Collection, Glass Studio & Hot Shop, and the

Recommended by 88% of Travelers

Dolphin Watching Tour

By Dolphin Landings

Get an up-close view of the beautiful Florida marine life on your sailing adventure. Hop aboard a yacht and set sail for Boca Ciega Bay, where calm waters

Recommended by 96% of Travelers

Boca Ciega Bay Sunset Cruise

By Dolphin Landings

Spend a relaxing evening aboard a sailing yacht and watch the vibrant colors of the sunset meld with the tranquility of Florida's coastal waters. While you

Recommended by 74% of Travelers

Shell Key Island Excursion

By Dolphin Landings

Take a cruise aboard the Island Hopper on a shelling adventure. Discover a beautiful ecosystem full of marine life, and a variety of seashells. Set sail in

Busch Gardens & Alafia River Helicopter Tour

By Old City Helicopters

Take a helicopter tour around Tampa with flybys of Busch Gardens, the Alafia River, and downtown Tampa. See nearby sites like roller coasters and wildlife at

Downtown & Little Manatee River Helicopter Tour

By Old City Helicopters

Spot some of the 500 area dolphins and manatees on this 42-mile (68-km) scenic helicopter ride around the Tampa area. See the Little Manatee River, Davis

Fort de Soto & Downtown Helicopter Tour

By Old City Helicopters

Prepare for an exhilarating 60-mile (96-km) helicopter tour around Tampa Bay with your expert pilot and tour guide. Fly over Davis Islands, the Florida

Recommended by 100% of Travelers

Downtown & Tampa Bay Helicopter Tour

By Old City Helicopters

Join Old City Helicopters on an unforgettable narrated helicopter tour of downtown Tampa and Tampa Bay. Get swept off of your feet and into a skyward tour of

Recommended by 80% of Travelers

Tampa Bay & Davis Islands Helicopter Tour

By Old City Helicopters

Gear up and head out for an awe-inspiring helicopter ride over Tampa Bay and Davis Islands. As you fly fast and low, admire the city and water views while

Recommended by 20% of Travelers

Tampa Bay Sunset Helicopter Tour

By Old City Helicopters

Soar above ordinary sightseeing tours on this romantic aerial tour of the Tampa Bay area as the sun sets over downtown skyscrapers, Hillsborough River, Busch

Recommended by 88% of Travelers

Tampa Bay CityPASS: 5 Must-See Museums & Attractions

By CityPASS

Tampa Bay CityPASS® tickets include prepaid admission to Tampa Bay’s must-see attractions at significant savings off the price of the same tickets

Recommended by 94% of Travelers

Dolphin Racer Speedboat Adventure

By Starlite Cruises

Leave the dry land behind for a while and embark on a thrilling speedboat adventure on the shimmering blue waters around Tampa Bay. Put your hands above your

Recommended by 80% of Travelers

TreeUmph Adventure Course

By TreeUmph! Adventure Course

Discover a new world high up in the trees, a thrilling canopy adventure course. Learn why the ground is truly overrated as you spend a full day with your feet

Recommended by 76% of Travelers

Speed Boat Adventure

By Speed Boat Adventures

Captain your very own speedboat as you zip through the blue waters off Florida’s western coast. Follow your expert area guide as you feel the freedom, fresh

Recommended by 100% of Travelers

St Petersburg Inshore Fishing

By Bass Online

Explore a few of Florida's prime spots for landing amazing trophy fish in St. Petersburg. Climb aboard an inshore flats boat helmed by a knowledgeable

Tampa Inshore Fishing

By Bass Online

Explore a few of Florida's prime spots for landing amazing trophy fish in Tampa Bay. Climb aboard an inshore flats boat helmed by a knowledgeable captain, and

Recommended by 92% of Travelers

Urban Adventure Quest - St. Petersburg

By Urban Adventure Quest

Grab your sunglasses and get ready to see the Sunshine City in a new light. This scavenger hunt brings you through the best of St. Petersburg, showing you its

Operation City Quest of Sarasota, FL

By Operation City Quest Tours

Using your smartphone, you'll be given nearly 150 objects to find during your scavenger hunt. You'll then wander throughout the downtown area searching for

Recommended by 80% of Travelers

Operation City Quest of St. Petersburg, FL

By Operation City Quest Tours

Using your smartphone, you'll be given nearly 150 objects to find during your scavenger hunt. You'll then wander throughout the downtown area searching for

Recommended by 100% of Travelers

History, Eco & Sunset Tour

By Topsider Boat Tours

Cruise historic Lemon Bay and learn about the history that has turned this small fishing village into a gulf-side vacation and play destination. On our

Dolphin-Snorkeling Cruise to Shell Key

By Island Ferry LLC

Hop on to our 2-hour cruise to Shell Key Island and see dolphins and other wildlife while snorkeling. At this pristine wildlife preserve, you'll get to

Recommended by 80% of Travelers

Semi-Private Sunset Cruise

By Island Ferry LLC

See the perfect sunset over the Gulf right from St. Pete Beach. We take a leisurely cruise through the residential canals, where you get to see the homes and

Private Charter Adventure

By Topsider Boat Tours

PRICE IS FOR WHOLE BOAT The absolute best way to enjoy a day on the water and beach. Start with a leisurely cruise around the historic Lemon Bay area followed

Recommended by 100% of Travelers

Escape Room Experience - DISARM (Approx 1 hour)

By Outerlife Studios - Escape Room St. Pete

Experience DISARM - One of St. Pete's top rated Escape Rooms at Outerlife Studios. Your team of friends, family or co-workers work together to find clues,

Recommended by 100% of Travelers

Escape Room Experience - SCORCHED (Approx 1 hour)

By Outerlife Studios - Escape Room St. Pete

Experience SCORCHED - One of St. Pete's top rated Escape Rooms at Outerlife Studios. Your team of friends, family or co-workers work together to find clues,

Recommended by 100% of Travelers

Tampa Bay Marine Life Watching on Stand Up Pedalboards

By Walk on Water Pedalboard Tours

A 1.5hr nature tour discovering the marine environment of Tampa Bay while gliding through the mangrove islands of Weedon Island Nature Preserve. We use new

Recommended by 100% of Travelers

Clear Kayak Tour

By Island Ferry LLC

Come join us on St Pete's best guided kayak tour! You'll get the finest experience around the Fort Desoto and Shell Key preserve mangroves from a Crystal

VIP luxury day trip to Orlando Walt Disney from Sarasota

By Romaetravel

Your day trip will start at you accommodation in Sarasota, where our driver guide will pick up you to leave the town preparing you during the journey for this

2 Hour Dolphin Cruise

By Just Kickin Back Charters

Anna Maria Island and Surrounding Areas has so much to offer. While On our journey we may see dolphins, manatees, fish, birds, and ton of other

2.5 Hour Sunset Cruise

By Just Kickin Back Charters

Take a Sunset Cruise On a Private Boat, and not have to fight the crouds. Perfect for family ot friends for up to 6 passengers. Spend your evening cruising

3 Hour Family Fun Fishing

By Just Kickin Back Charters

This Trip is perfect for families who want to do some fishing and want to stay close to shore. We target a variety of mackerel, flounder, grouper, and

Recommended by 100% of Travelers

StarLite Sapphire Evening Yacht St. Pete Beach

By Starlite Cruises

StarLite offers a fine dining experience, entertainment and dancing with some of the best waterfront views in all of the Gulf Beaches from brilliant vistas to

Recommended by 84% of Travelers

Calypso Breeze Tropical Party Buffet Cruise

By Starlite Cruises

Kick back for an evening cruise with some good food, lively music, and a breathtaking sunset on a cruise through the tranquil waters of the Florida coast.

60 Min. Relaxation Massage

By Pura Vie Spa

This tranquil massage incorporates soothing, rhythmic gliding strokes that will calm your mind and body to melt stress away and increase

90 Min. Relaxation Massage

By Pura Vie Spa

This tranquil massage incorporates soothing, rhythmic gliding strokes that will calm your mind and body to melt stress away and increase

60 Min. Therapeutic Massage

By Pura Vie Spa

Therapeutic work is a layered combination of Deep Tissue technique and Target Stretching to address chronic muscle tension and pain. Deeper, but not harder,

90 Min. Therapeutic Massage

By Pura Vie Spa

Therapeutic work is a layered combination of Deep Tissue technique and Target Stretching to address chronic muscle tension and pain. Deeper, but not harder,

60 Min. Signature Facial

By Pura Vie Spa

Bright, even tone says youthful. This illuminating treatment uses powerful antioxidants from blackberry, pomegranate, acai and blueberry to aid in cellular

60 Min. Clarifying Facial

By Pura Vie Spa

Oily, blemish prone skin responds beautifully to the anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties of Orange, Willow Bark, Mint and Rosehip which calm skin

60 Min. Men's Facial

By Pura Vie Spa

Facial hair, shaving, hydration challenges, and a tendency to more oil production all demand special attention. This treatment utilizes Mediterranean based

60 Min. Ayurvedic Facial

By Pura Vie Spa

Deeply hydrating and sensorial, this facial utilizes deep breathing, aromatic oils, rose quartz stones, and herbal tonics to infuse moisture and calm skin,

Martin Family Charters - Fishing Guide Service

By Martin Family Charters

MARTIN FAMILY CHARTERS Servicing the entire Central Florida region, Martin Family Charters will take you to the best freshwater fishing Florida has to offer.

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Things to do in Sarasota

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Siesta Key Oyster Bar

Ca’ d’Zan

Venice

Central Sarasota

John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art

Central Sarasota

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Central Sarasota

Causeway Park

Ringling College of Art and Design

Siesta Key Beach

Venice

Central Sarasota

Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall

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Asolo Theatre for the Performing Arts

Ringling Museum Complex

Sarasota Opera House

Central Sarasota

Siesta Key Oyster Bar

Siesta Key Beach

Florida Studio Theatre

Ringling Museum Complex

Siesta Key Beach

Florida Studio Theatre

Siesta Key Beach

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens

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Siesta Key Village

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens

Siesta Key Oyster Bar

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Sarasota Classic Car Museum

Siesta Key Beach

The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature

Venetian Golf and River Club

Ca’ d’Zan

Ringling Museum Complex

Sarasota

John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art

Sarasota

Venice Fishing Pier

Siesta Key Beach

Sarasota

Sarasota

Sarasota

Central Sarasota

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens

John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art

Venetian Golf and River Club

Siesta Key Oyster Bar

The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature

Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Siesta Key Village

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens

Central Sarasota

Sarasota

Sarasota Jungle Gardens

Siesta Key Beach

Siesta Key Village

Central Sarasota

Sarasota

Siesta Key Village

Sarasota

Siesta Key Beach

Central Sarasota

Florida Studio Theatre

Sarasota

Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall

Ringling College of Art and Design

Sarasota

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens

Central Sarasota

Sarasota

Sarasota Classic Car Museum

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