Guidebook for Sarasota

Jonelle
Guidebook for Sarasota

Sightseeing

http://www.historicspanishpoint.org
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Historic Spanish Point
401 N Tamiami Trail
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http://www.historicspanishpoint.org

Parks & Nature

The best sand of any beach, ever. Live music at the drum circle which takes place every Sunday at sunset. If you love being among lots of people, use the public beach parking area. If you prefer less of a crowd, try one of the smaller beach accesses located along Beach Rd. I normally recommend Access 7 and 8.
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Siesta Beach
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The best sand of any beach, ever. Live music at the drum circle which takes place every Sunday at sunset. If you love being among lots of people, use the public beach parking area. If you prefer less of a crowd, try one of the smaller beach accesses located along Beach Rd. I normally recommend Access 7 and 8.
The sand might not be the same as on Siesta Beach, but Turtle also located on Siesta Key- well out of the way of the giant crowds. For the active types I recommend renting a kayak or paddle board and exploring the mangroves of the Jim Neville Marine Preserve. There are several rental companies located on the key, some even meet you right there at the boat launch at Turtle Beach.
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Turtle Beach
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The sand might not be the same as on Siesta Beach, but Turtle also located on Siesta Key- well out of the way of the giant crowds. For the active types I recommend renting a kayak or paddle board and exploring the mangroves of the Jim Neville Marine Preserve. There are several rental companies located on the key, some even meet you right there at the boat launch at Turtle Beach.
Located about 16 miles from the house, Myakka State Park is definitely worth the short trek for nature lovers. It is the perfect place to see alligators and other FL wildlife. Don't miss the canopy walkway! "One of the oldest and largest state parks, Myakka protects one of the state's most diverse natural areas. The Myakka River, designated as a Florida Wild and Scenic River, flows through 58 square miles of wetlands, prairies, hammocks, and pinelands. Visitors can enjoy wildlife viewing from a boardwalk that stretches out over the Upper Myakka Lake, then take to the treetops with a stroll along the canopy walkway. " https://www.floridastateparks.org/park/Myakka-River
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Myakka River State Park
13208 State Rd 72
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Located about 16 miles from the house, Myakka State Park is definitely worth the short trek for nature lovers. It is the perfect place to see alligators and other FL wildlife. Don't miss the canopy walkway! "One of the oldest and largest state parks, Myakka protects one of the state's most diverse natural areas. The Myakka River, designated as a Florida Wild and Scenic River, flows through 58 square miles of wetlands, prairies, hammocks, and pinelands. Visitors can enjoy wildlife viewing from a boardwalk that stretches out over the Upper Myakka Lake, then take to the treetops with a stroll along the canopy walkway. " https://www.floridastateparks.org/park/Myakka-River
If simply enjoying the beach sounds a little boring to you, check out Caspersen Beach, located in Venice, FL (approx 17 miles from our location). This beach is very out of the way so it is not normally packed with tourists like Siesta. Venice, FL is known as the "Shark tooth capital of the world" and I have personally had the best luck finding teeth at Caspersen which is just a little south of Venice. They make a pretty cool souvenir!
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Caspersen Beach
Harbor Dr
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If simply enjoying the beach sounds a little boring to you, check out Caspersen Beach, located in Venice, FL (approx 17 miles from our location). This beach is very out of the way so it is not normally packed with tourists like Siesta. Venice, FL is known as the "Shark tooth capital of the world" and I have personally had the best luck finding teeth at Caspersen which is just a little south of Venice. They make a pretty cool souvenir!
Mote Marine is more than just an aquarium! It is also a research and conservation facility. Located only a couple of minutes from Saint Armands Circle. Great place to get up close to manatees, sharks, and sea turtles! https://mote.org
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Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium
1600 Ken Thompson Pkwy
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Mote Marine is more than just an aquarium! It is also a research and conservation facility. Located only a couple of minutes from Saint Armands Circle. Great place to get up close to manatees, sharks, and sea turtles! https://mote.org
"Phillippi Estate Park located on the shores of Phillippi Creek, is a scenic, 60-acre natural area park south of downtown Sarasota and east of Siesta Key. The park features environmental, recreational, historical and archaeological amenities, including the historic Edson Keith Mansion listed in the National Register of Historic Places." https://www.scgov.net/government/parks-recreation-and-natural-resources/things-to-do/facilities/phillippi-estate-park
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Phillippi Estate Park
5500 S Tamiami Trail
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"Phillippi Estate Park located on the shores of Phillippi Creek, is a scenic, 60-acre natural area park south of downtown Sarasota and east of Siesta Key. The park features environmental, recreational, historical and archaeological amenities, including the historic Edson Keith Mansion listed in the National Register of Historic Places." https://www.scgov.net/government/parks-recreation-and-natural-resources/things-to-do/facilities/phillippi-estate-park

Arts & Culture

Great museum located on absolutely pristine grounds. You can also visit the home of John Ringling as well as the Circus Museum for an additional fee. The main museum is free every Monday. From https://www.ringling.org/ "Today, The Ringling, the State Art Museum of Florida, is home to one of the preeminent art and cultural collections in the United States. Its story begins nearly a century ago, with the circus impresario and his beloved wife’s shared love for Sarasota, Italy, and art."
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Ringling Museum station
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Great museum located on absolutely pristine grounds. You can also visit the home of John Ringling as well as the Circus Museum for an additional fee. The main museum is free every Monday. From https://www.ringling.org/ "Today, The Ringling, the State Art Museum of Florida, is home to one of the preeminent art and cultural collections in the United States. Its story begins nearly a century ago, with the circus impresario and his beloved wife’s shared love for Sarasota, Italy, and art."
Located only 8 miles from our location, Saint Armands Circle offers tons of dining choices, posh shops, and several bars. It is a perfect place to have a date night or a post beach family outing. Just past the circle you can find Lido Beach, which is equally as beautiful as Siesta Key- with much less of a crowd.
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Saint Armands Circle
Saint Armands Circle
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Located only 8 miles from our location, Saint Armands Circle offers tons of dining choices, posh shops, and several bars. It is a perfect place to have a date night or a post beach family outing. Just past the circle you can find Lido Beach, which is equally as beautiful as Siesta Key- with much less of a crowd.

Food Scene

One of the best restaurants in Sarasota, Indigenous is perfect for a quiet date night. They use all locally sourced ingredients and the food is phenomenal. Definitely make reservations. http://www.indigenoussarasota.com
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Indigenous Restaurant
239 S Links Ave
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One of the best restaurants in Sarasota, Indigenous is perfect for a quiet date night. They use all locally sourced ingredients and the food is phenomenal. Definitely make reservations. http://www.indigenoussarasota.com
Popular among both tourists and locals, it is obvious why Walt's Fish Market is always packed! The fresh, local seafood can't be beat. The ambiance is just OK, it is located right off of the busiest stretch of US 41. However, the food makes up for the view. https://www.waltsfishmarketrestaurant.com
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Walt's Fish Market Restaurant
4144 S Tamiami Trail
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Popular among both tourists and locals, it is obvious why Walt's Fish Market is always packed! The fresh, local seafood can't be beat. The ambiance is just OK, it is located right off of the busiest stretch of US 41. However, the food makes up for the view. https://www.waltsfishmarketrestaurant.com

Drinks & Nightlife

Speak-easy style lounge that mixes up some imaginative and delicious cocktails! https://www.pangealounge.com
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Pangea Alchemy Lab
1564 Main St
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Speak-easy style lounge that mixes up some imaginative and delicious cocktails! https://www.pangealounge.com
Great place to have a drink and watch the sun setting over the bay! Live Music Thursday - Sunday. http://spanishpointtiki.com
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Evies @ Spanish Point
135 Bayview Dr
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Great place to have a drink and watch the sun setting over the bay! Live Music Thursday - Sunday. http://spanishpointtiki.com

Essentials

There are a lot of Publix Super Markets in Sarasota for a reason! The one listed is the closet to our location, but there are also several others close by. Stop by the deli to order a freshly made sub sandwich on your way to the beach!
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Publix Super Market at The Landings
4840 S Tamiami Trail
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There are a lot of Publix Super Markets in Sarasota for a reason! The one listed is the closet to our location, but there are also several others close by. Stop by the deli to order a freshly made sub sandwich on your way to the beach!
24/7 Self serve Laundromat located only 1 mile from our location. They have special pricing Monday thru Thursday 7AM to 3PM so these times tend to be a little more crowded. They have a change machine for quarters.
Supermatt
5608 Swift Rd
24/7 Self serve Laundromat located only 1 mile from our location. They have special pricing Monday thru Thursday 7AM to 3PM so these times tend to be a little more crowded. They have a change machine for quarters.
Pharmacy
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CVS
3800 S Tamiami Trail
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Pharmacy
7-Eleven
4779 Swift Rd