Siesta Key Public Beach #1 in the USA!
It’s 99 percent pure-quartz sand, perhaps the finest and whitest you’ll ever see
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Siesta Key Public Beach #1 in the USA!
It’s 99 percent pure-quartz sand, perhaps the finest and whitest you’ll ever see – has earned

Sarasota top10 Beaches

Sarasota Florida is home to some of the best beaches in the world. Slather on the sunscreen, grab your towel and some beach games then head out to find out what all the fuss is about. The blue-ribbon winner in the area, Siesta Key Beach has earned bragging rights for its 99% pure-quartz sand; Dr. Beach just ranked Siesta Beach #1 on his annual list of America’s Best Beaches!

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You’ll find more of this famous sand at Crescent Beach now rated #10 on Travelocity’s 2011 Top 25 Beaches in the United States. Once you step foot in the powdery sugar soft sand you’ll understand why folks come from all over the world to relax on these shores. Families will want to take the short drive south to Venice - the “Shark Tooth Capital of the World”.

On Caspersen and Venice beaches you can hunt for washed up sharks’ teeth of all types and sizes. Nokomis Beach on Casey Key is the area’s oldest public beach and is popular for fishing and surfing. Even if you don’t surf its fun to watch others catch a good wave. Take in a spectacular view of the Sunshine Skyway Bridge from Anna Maria Beach, or head out to Lido Key’s beaches just a short walk from St. Armands Circle. The warm Gulf breeze, sand between your toes and the sun on your face….ah, this is Southwest Florida beaches at their best.

South Lido Park Beach
Sandy coastline and crystal clear water in a park setting – what could be better? Located at the southwestern tip of Lido Key, the 100-acre South Lido Park is surrounded by water – Gulf of Mexico, Big Pass, Sarasota Bay, and ...read more

Turtle Beach
Sun, surf and tranquility. At the southernmost end of Siesta Key is Turtle Beach, which is less crowded than Crescent or Siesta Key Public Beach and features some of the tallest dunes in the area. Facilities include restrooms, boat ...read more

Venice Municipal Beach
Venice Beach is a favorite beach spot for locals as well as divers who come for its coral reef which is ¼ mile offshore. Like many of the Venice area beaches, you have a good chance of finding shark’s teeth washed up on the ...read more

Caspersen Beach
If you’re looking for a beach with a little “bite,” head south of Casey Key to Venice and Caspersen Beach. Venice has been called the “Shark Tooth Capital of the World” because sharks’ teeth of all ...read more

Siesta Key Public Beach #1 in the USA!
It’s 99 percent pure-quartz sand, perhaps the finest and whitest you’ll ever see – has earned Siesta Key Public Beach a No. 1 rating on Dr. Beach’s annual list of America’s Best Beaches! This top area beach ...read more

Lido Beach
Not far from the upscale shops and fine dining at St. Armands Circle is Lido Key Beach. A wide span of white sand along with Lido Beaches’ ample parking, cabana rentals, restrooms, concessions, gift shop and a daily fee heated pool ...read more

Nokomis Beach
Nokomis Beach is the area’s oldest public beach and is quite popular for fishing and some of the best surfing on the Gulf Coast. Though not as prevalent as on Capsersen Beach, there are shark’s teeth that can be found washed ...read more

Coquina Beach
Coquina Beach is the longest stretch of beach on the southern end of Anna Maria on the Inter-coastal side.  This beach is a fantastic spot to spend the day with family and friends with its relaxing atmosphere, calm waters and plenty ...read more

So. Brohard Beach, Paw Park and Venice Fishing Pier
The area’s only beach where dogs can be off-leash. The beach includes a wetland area ideal for fishing and bird watching. Visitors agree Paw Park is the best dog friendly park in the state. Doggie fountains, dog showers on decks, ...read more

Longboat Key Beaches
Access is limited, but your reward is 10 miles of uninterrupted, uncrowded beach with wonderful water and sand. Limited parking at beach access points located at various points along Gulf of Mexico Drive – watch for signs. Longboat ...read more