Tampa International Airport 1 hr 14
Venice Beach (25 min)
Expansive gulf beach known for recreation & scenic views of dolphins & seasonal marine turtle nests. Marie Selby Botanical Gardens Downtown Sarasota campus (16 min)
Showcase for thousands of tropical plants, plus a conservatory & garden museum, in a historic space. Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium (24 min)
Aquarium with a stingray touch tank & shark tank plus manatees in the nearby mammal center. Lido Key Beach (24 min)
Sandy beach featuring a concession stand, gift shop & picnic tables, plus a swimming pool. Sarasota Beach (9 min)
Expanse of white sand known for beach bars & clear waters, with swimming, kayaking & surf breaks. Siesta Beach (6 min) Sarasota Bay (26 min)
Named an estuary of national significance, this subtropical, coastal lagoon is popular for kayaking. The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art (24 min)
State art museum founded by the circus magnate with 31 galleries in a pink Renaissance-style palace. Saint Armands Key (22 min)
Connected to the mainland by a causeway, this Sarasota Bay island offers a large roundabout & park. Marie Selby Botanical Gardens' Historic Spanish Point campus (11 min)
Outdoor complex combining a prehistoric site, 19th-century buildings & extensive gardens. Sarasota Jungle Gardens (22 min)
Historic attraction featuring more than 150 animals & shows in a tropical setting. Siesta Key Beach (6 min)
Fine white quartz sand that stays cool plus a playground, tennis courts & year-round lifeguards. Lido Key (23 min)
This barrier island connected to the mainland via a causeway features beaches, a park & nightlife. Turtle Beach (6 min)
Beach, turtles, sea turtles, and camping Crescent Beach (5 min)
Quaint, crescent-shaped beach known for its fine white sand & picturesque sunset views. | 
