Nadja's Guidebook
Beaches
There are many beaches in this area and all are different. Check them all out for collecting shells (best when high tide is just over), sunsets, walks, swimming
Crescent Beach Grocery
1211 Old Stickney Point RdSiesta Key Public Beach. Drum Circle on Sundays for sunset. Go there early to find a parking spot.
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458 Beach RdSiesta Key Public Beach. Drum Circle on Sundays for sunset. Go there early to find a parking spot.
Closest way from parking to the water. Not so crowded. Or take a walk to Casey Key at low tide. Keep your eyes open to see the “Blind Pass” Dolphins or Manatees in summer
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Turtle Beach
Closest way from parking to the water. Not so crowded. Or take a walk to Casey Key at low tide. Keep your eyes open to see the “Blind Pass” Dolphins or Manatees in summer
Lido Key Beach
400 Benjamin Franklin DrCoquina Beach station
Scenic drive via St. Armands Circle along Longboat Key and all the way to the end of Anna Maria Island, beautiful beach and nice restaurant as well
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The Sandbar Restaurant
100 Spring AveScenic drive via St. Armands Circle along Longboat Key and all the way to the end of Anna Maria Island, beautiful beach and nice restaurant as well
Nokomis Beach
Drum circle on Wednesdays and Saturdays, check online
Sharky’s On The Pier
1600 Harbor Dr SWalk the beach to find shark teeth
Public Beach Access
2825 Gulf of Mexico DrFood scene
Tepanyaki - Tableside cooking, be seated before 6 pm and get the sunset special, lower price, smaller portion and sushi as an appetizer, very fresh, healthy and delicious
Daruma Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Lounge Landings
4910 S Tamiami TrailTepanyaki - Tableside cooking, be seated before 6 pm and get the sunset special, lower price, smaller portion and sushi as an appetizer, very fresh, healthy and delicious
Ichiban Restaurant & Sushi Bar
2724 Stickney Point RdAll you can eat sushi from the menu
Clayton's Siesta Grille
1256 Old Stickney Point RdUnique appetizers, trout, and after or before dinner a stroll to Crescent Beach to see the sunset
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Casey Key Fish House
801 Blackburn Point RdUnique appetizers, trout, and after or before dinner a stroll to Crescent Beach to see the sunset
Schnitzel Kitchen
6521 Superior AveOleary's Tiki Bar & Grill
5 Bayfront DrIsan Thai Restaurant
5758 S Tamiami TrailRodizio Grill - Sarasota
5911 Fruitville RdFleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar
2001 Siesta DrThomas German Bakery
2126 Gulf Gate DrGilligan's Island Bar & Grill
5253 Ocean BlvdSiesta Key Oyster Bar
5238 Ocean BlvdArts and culture
The miniature circus museum is absolutely unique in this world. Must see!
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Ringling Museum station
The miniature circus museum is absolutely unique in this world. Must see!
The musicals are always extrodinary
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Asolo Repertory hosts the Mertz Theatre
5555 N Tamiami TrailThe musicals are always extrodinary
Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
777 N Tamiami TrailThe only place where every note Verdi wrote was performed. A tour of the opera house is also worth wile
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sarasota opera
61 N Pineapple AveThe only place where every note Verdi wrote was performed. A tour of the opera house is also worth wile
Sightseeing
Take the boat tour, call ahead what time is best to see the most alligators (it depends on the wheather) Watch the Videos in the little Museum right after the entrance on the left, very interesting Florida History
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Myakka River State Park
13208 State Rd 72Take the boat tour, call ahead what time is best to see the most alligators (it depends on the wheather) Watch the Videos in the little Museum right after the entrance on the left, very interesting Florida History
Fabulous plants, beautiful views, peaceful atmosphere
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Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
1534 Mound StFabulous plants, beautiful views, peaceful atmosphere
Check online for waterski performances on Sundays
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Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium
1600 Ken Thompson PkwyCheck online for waterski performances on Sundays
St Armands Circle Shops
300 St Armands CirShops, restaurants and a great atmosphere
Grocery shopping
Sprouts Farmers Market
8330 S Tamiami TrailAmish operated, fresh veggies, fruit, seafood, spreads
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Detwiler’S Farm Market
2881 Clark RdAmish operated, fresh veggies, fruit, seafood, spreads
Publix Super Market at Sarasota Pavilion
6543 S Tamiami TrailSarasota Farmers Market
North Lemon AvenueMorton's Gourmet Market
1924 S Osprey AveGourmet food market
Good European cheeses, wines, sparkling wines, herb butter etc.
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Trader Joe's
4101 S Tamiami TrailGood European cheeses, wines, sparkling wines, herb butter etc.
Walmart Supercenter
13140 S Tamiami TrailFor the basics
ALDI
1235 N Tamiami TrailLow price but good quality
Thomas German Bakery
2126 Gulf Gate DrFabulous German bread
Reizigersadvies
Niet te missen
The Saturday’s farmers market downtown Sarasota is very nice
Park in the State Street Or Whole Foods Garage , get - besides fresh fruit, veggies and flowers - Homemade soaps from Ashjoy , handmade Salt from Siesta Key Gulf Waters, and so much more unique things.