Fun Things to Do

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Fun Things to Do

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Sarasota has so much to discover! Great restaurants, fun museums, a Saturday Farmer's Market...check it out! "Unconditional Surrender", a famous statue, is located in Bayfront Park which has a great walking trail along the water. A new monthly event…https://freshfridayssarasota.com that looks exciting!
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Sarasota
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Sarasota has so much to discover! Great restaurants, fun museums, a Saturday Farmer's Market...check it out! "Unconditional Surrender", a famous statue, is located in Bayfront Park which has a great walking trail along the water. A new monthly event…https://freshfridayssarasota.com that looks exciting!
Paradise found! Beaches, restaurants, shops and so much more.
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Siesta Key
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Paradise found! Beaches, restaurants, shops and so much more.

Things to do on or next to the water!

Boat tours, sandsculpting, bike or mini car rentals, kayaks...it's all here!
Join us for a tour of the Siesta Key Rum distillery! The tour last 45 to 60 minutes on average. You will learn about the history of our craft distillery and how we make our rums taste so good. There are high top tables and stools available so you can sit comfortably during the tour. Before you start your tour you are invited to stop in the tasting room/gift shop and sample our rums. https://www.siestakeyrum.com/tours
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Siesta Key Rum
2212 Industrial Blvd
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Join us for a tour of the Siesta Key Rum distillery! The tour last 45 to 60 minutes on average. You will learn about the history of our craft distillery and how we make our rums taste so good. There are high top tables and stools available so you can sit comfortably during the tour. Before you start your tour you are invited to stop in the tasting room/gift shop and sample our rums. https://www.siestakeyrum.com/tours
Rentals of: Golf cars, mini coupes, bikes and scooters
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Robin Hood Rentals
5255 Ocean Blvd
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Rentals of: Golf cars, mini coupes, bikes and scooters
Rent a bike and take a cruise on the beach. Looking for a longer ride? Try Legacy Trail!
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Siesta Key Bike & Kayak LLC
1224 Old Stickney Point Rd
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Rent a bike and take a cruise on the beach. Looking for a longer ride? Try Legacy Trail!
See the key from above the sea!
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PARASAIL SIESTA
1250 Stickney Point Rd
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See the key from above the sea!
Tiki boat tours! Sunset tours or try a sand bar tour…fits 6 people byob
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Cruisin' Tikis Sarasota
920 Gulf Gate Dr
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Tiki boat tours! Sunset tours or try a sand bar tour…fits 6 people byob
Looking for something special/romantic?
Kathleen D Sailing Catamarans
Looking for something special/romantic?
Hoping to find some shark teeth? This is the place. Anywhere south of the Venice Pier is perfect, but most head far south. Most are small (less than an inch) so look carefully! Shell rake located in the garage if you want to try! While you are there, try Sharky's on the Pier!
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Ibhishi yaseVenice
101 The Esplanade S
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Hoping to find some shark teeth? This is the place. Anywhere south of the Venice Pier is perfect, but most head far south. Most are small (less than an inch) so look carefully! Shell rake located in the garage if you want to try! While you are there, try Sharky's on the Pier!
On my list (in Bradenton, not on Siesta Key)
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Florida Beach Horses
8400 Manatee Ave W
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On my list (in Bradenton, not on Siesta Key)
Sand sculpting lessons! Go to SandVenture Sand Sculpting on Facebook for more photos. To book call/text 725-500-SAND or email Andysandventure@gmail.com
Sandventure Sand Sculpting
2963 Edgewood Lane
Sand sculpting lessons! Go to SandVenture Sand Sculpting on Facebook for more photos. To book call/text 725-500-SAND or email Andysandventure@gmail.com
By Captain Curt's in the South Village. $109 per hour with a security deposit.
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Siesta Key Jet Ski Inc
1250 Stickney Point Rd
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By Captain Curt's in the South Village. $109 per hour with a security deposit.
Located in Myakka City, FL Three experiences to choose from: Elephant Educational, Elephant Spa and VIP Rise and Shine Www.myakkaelephantranch.org for more info
1767 Lakewood Ranch Blvd
1767 Lakewood Ranch Boulevard
Located in Myakka City, FL Three experiences to choose from: Elephant Educational, Elephant Spa and VIP Rise and Shine Www.myakkaelephantranch.org for more info
Highly rated by many with lots of tours and they can customize!
Casey Key Water Taxi
Highly rated by many with lots of tours and they can customize!
Want to try out some different things on the water or try and find megalodon teeth? Try this!
Keys Huka Dive
212 Casey Key Road
Want to try out some different things on the water or try and find megalodon teeth? Try this!
Clear Kayak Glass Bottom Tours - Venice
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Siesta Key Watersports
1536 Stickney Point Rd
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Looking for a complete beach set up without lifting a finger? This is the company that can make it happen! 9 four 1-two 7 5-zero 4 7 9
Key VIP Cabanas and Events
Looking for a complete beach set up without lifting a finger? This is the company that can make it happen! 9 four 1-two 7 5-zero 4 7 9
Ted Sperling Nature Park and mangrove tunnels
190 Taft Dr
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Offering outstanding kayak and stand up paddleboard eco-tours and rental equipment in Sarasota on Lido Key and Siesta Key. They rent at Turtle Beach as well!
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SURFIT USA-Kayaks, Paddleboards & Surf
190 Taft Dr
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Offering outstanding kayak and stand up paddleboard eco-tours and rental equipment in Sarasota on Lido Key and Siesta Key. They rent at Turtle Beach as well!
Aquaholic Charters
1968 Casey Key Rd
In the winter, especially during cold weather, you are guaranteed to see manatee here! Fun trip, free and about an hour from the condo❤️
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I-Center Yokubuka I-Manatee
6990 Dickman Rd
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In the winter, especially during cold weather, you are guaranteed to see manatee here! Fun trip, free and about an hour from the condo❤️
Something for everyone! https://www. letsplaysarasota. com/Home/Components/FacilityDirectory/FacilityDirectory/70/4753
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Bayfront Park
5 Bayfront Dr
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Something for everyone! https://www. letsplaysarasota. com/Home/Components/FacilityDirectory/FacilityDirectory/70/4753
Every Sunday at the public beach! You can’t miss it (on the beach behind the concession stands)! Grab a drink, join the circle and enjoy! Starts 1 hour before sunset year round!
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Siesta Key Drum Circle
948 Beach Rd
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Every Sunday at the public beach! You can’t miss it (on the beach behind the concession stands)! Grab a drink, join the circle and enjoy! Starts 1 hour before sunset year round!

Movie theatres

Cinebistro! Grab dinner and a drink at this cozy movie theater (all lounge chairs)!
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CinéBistro
3501 S Tamiami Trail
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Cinebistro! Grab dinner and a drink at this cozy movie theater (all lounge chairs)!
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AMC Sarasota 12
8201 S Tamiami Trail
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Food scene

Farmers market open every Wednesday until late April 9 am to 2 pm
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Phillipi Farmhouse Market
5500 S Tamiami Trail
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Farmers market open every Wednesday until late April 9 am to 2 pm
Every Sunday 8 am to Noon in the main village http://siestakeyfarmersmarket.org/
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Siesta Key Farmers Market
5211 Ocean Blvd
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Every Sunday 8 am to Noon in the main village http://siestakeyfarmersmarket.org/
Fresh coconuts to drink, fresh produce, baked goods and so much more. Saturdays at 7 am to 1 pm
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Sarasota Farmers Market
North Lemon Avenue
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Fresh coconuts to drink, fresh produce, baked goods and so much more. Saturdays at 7 am to 1 pm
Want a great meal without cooking yourself? Hire a private chef to come to the condo! https://www.chefmikesrq.com/private-dinners
Chef Mike SRQ Personal Chef and Catering services
1909 Northgate Boulevard
Want a great meal without cooking yourself? Hire a private chef to come to the condo! https://www.chefmikesrq.com/private-dinners
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Fiorelli Winery
4250 Co Rd 675
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Museums and Such

Beautiful botanical gardens
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Izindawo zokuhlanganyela ze-Marie Selby Botanical
1534 Mound St
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Beautiful botanical gardens
Local aquarium, great any day!
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Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium
1600 Ken Thompson Pkwy
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Local aquarium, great any day!
The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art is the official state art museum of Florida, located in Sarasota, Florida. It was established in 1927 as the legacy of Mable Burton Ringling and John Ringling for the people of Florida.
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Iziko lezobuciko lweJohn noMable Ringling
5401 Bay Shore Rd
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The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art is the official state art museum of Florida, located in Sarasota, Florida. It was established in 1927 as the legacy of Mable Burton Ringling and John Ringling for the people of Florida.
Ca' d'Zan is a Mediterranean revival style residence in Sarasota, Florida, adjacent to Sarasota Bay. The winter residence of circus mogul, capitalist, entrepreneur and art collector John Ringling and his wife Mable has been admired as an architectural gem since it was completed in 1926
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Ca d'Zan
5401 Bay Shore Rd
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Ca' d'Zan is a Mediterranean revival style residence in Sarasota, Florida, adjacent to Sarasota Bay. The winter residence of circus mogul, capitalist, entrepreneur and art collector John Ringling and his wife Mable has been admired as an architectural gem since it was completed in 1926
Very cool museum to visit if you are in the Tampa area!
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The Dalí (Salvador Dalí Museum)
1 Dali Blvd
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Very cool museum to visit if you are in the Tampa area!
The gardens contain over 10 acres (4.0 ha) of botanical plantings along with bird and animal shows. It is open to the public for a per-use ticket fee, and you can hand feed the flamingos!
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Sarasota Jungle Gardens
3701 Bay Shore Rd
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The gardens contain over 10 acres (4.0 ha) of botanical plantings along with bird and animal shows. It is open to the public for a per-use ticket fee, and you can hand feed the flamingos!
Seeking something a bit off beat?
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Marietta Museum of Art & Whimsy Closed from May 25, 2019 to Novermber 29,2019
2121 N Tamiami Trail
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Seeking something a bit off beat?
30 acres of native habitats via boardwalks. Flowering trees and plants with sculptures sprinkled throughout. See local wildlife (land and sea) at this beautiful garden. It is located near Punta Gorda, so approx an hour away.
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Peace River Botanical & Sculpture Gardens
5827 Riverside Dr
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30 acres of native habitats via boardwalks. Flowering trees and plants with sculptures sprinkled throughout. See local wildlife (land and sea) at this beautiful garden. It is located near Punta Gorda, so approx an hour away.

Fun for all!

Ropes courses, zip lines and more!
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Ikhoselo le-TreeUmph! Adventure
21805 State Road 70 E
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Ropes courses, zip lines and more!
Trails to hike, birds to find, alligators lazing by the river and a boat ride too! It was affected by Hurricane Ian, but definitely still worth the visit! $6 entrance fee
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Myakka River State Park
13208 State Rd 72
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Trails to hike, birds to find, alligators lazing by the river and a boat ride too! It was affected by Hurricane Ian, but definitely still worth the visit! $6 entrance fee
Mini golf as well as a driving range, arcade games and fast food if you get hungry!
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Evie's Family Golf Center
4735 Bee Ridge Rd
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Mini golf as well as a driving range, arcade games and fast food if you get hungry!
Trampolines...for all ages!
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Sky Zone Trampoline Park
6180 Edgelake Dr
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Trampolines...for all ages!
Mini golf and the beach go hand in hand
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Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf
3815 N Tamiami Trail
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Mini golf and the beach go hand in hand
3 rooms to choose from.
Lokey's Escape Rooms
4930 Fruitville Rd
3 rooms to choose from.
Adult beverages served. $20 unlimited play
Arcade Monsters Lido Beach
326 John Ringling Boulevard
Adult beverages served. $20 unlimited play
This place is SO fun! The owners let you do your thing or help you out if needed. After creating your masterpiece, stop by Paisanos for dessert or try one of the restaurants in the plaza!
Shattered Art Studio SRQ
2740 Stickney Point Road
This place is SO fun! The owners let you do your thing or help you out if needed. After creating your masterpiece, stop by Paisanos for dessert or try one of the restaurants in the plaza!
For all over 13 years old. BYOB and food, but it is super fun!
AXE AND BULL SARASOTA, FL
4088 Bee Ridge Rd
For all over 13 years old. BYOB and food, but it is super fun!

Fish On!

Reel Tight Fishing Charters
328 Avenida Leona
Beach Fishing Adventures
875 N Shore Dr