Sights and Tours too Good to Miss

The nature and wildlife found along the Suncoast is one of the most unique in the world and there are plenty of ways to experience it. Sarasota isn’t all about nature and wildlife though. Unique entertainment is easy to find. Here are some of the areas highlights:
Delight in Circus Magic
Feel the magic in the air? It's no wonder: Sarasota has been known as the "Circus Capital of the World" since the 1920s when John Ringling made it the winter quarters of his famous Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus.

Today Sarasota visitors continue to delight in the excitement of The Jo … Read More

Spend a Day (or two) at Snook Haven
Forsake the luxuries of civilization for the luxury of Old Florida for a day (or overnight) at Snook Haven, hidden in a subtropical forest of oak and pine well-creped with Spanish moss. This getaway is just a 10-minute drive from downtown Venice. The Snook Haven Restaurant and Fish Camp, a veritable … Read More
Mingle with Manatees and Dolphins
The mangroves, bays and keys around Sarasota are a veritable wildlife paradise where dolphins and manatees play and myriad birds call home. One of the best ways to mingle with the friendly critters is on a stealthy kayak where you can be one with nature.

Beginners can learn kayaking within a fe … Read More

Hang with the Big Cats
The Big Cat Habitat and Gulf Coast Sanctuary is a nonprofit, safe haven for exotic cats, bears and native wildlife. Kay Rosaire, her son Clayton and many volunteers care for over 35 lions, tigers and bears and have opened up their sanctuary to the public. Animal demonstrations are held every Saturda … Read More
Take a Stroll Through a Garden
One of America's Ten Top Botanical Gardens is nestled right here on the Sarasota bayfront. Check out the amazing living collection of more than 6,000 orchids at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens.

Stroll through the ever-changing lush tropical gardens displaying over 20,000 plants. Be sure to make … Read More

Visit an Ancient Mariner at Mote Marine Aquarium
Explore the secrets of Florida’s underwater world where ancient mariners like sea turtles have lived since the age of the dinosaur. Gaze into the 135,000 gallon shark habitat, visit sea turtle, dolphin and manatee exhibits, pet stingrays and other sea creatures in the touch tank.

A visit to M … Read More

Find Living History at the South Florida Museum
Discover Florida through life-sized casts of Ice Age mammals and realistic dioramas that tell it how it was 12,000 years ago when mastodons roamed the peninsula. See the world-renowned Montague Tallant collection of archaeological artifacts. The largest natural and cultural history museum on the Sun … Read More
It's Magic!
Enjoy an incredible evening of dazzling table-side magic that is entertaining for all ages! World class magicians Vince and Yvonne Carmen together with their daughter Ericka present an evening of comedy, illusion, and slight of hand. Now performing the Magic of Sarasota nightly Thursday-Saturday 7:1 … Read More
Get Hands On at the Science Center
Have fun and learn a little something while you're at it. Stop into G. WIZ, the Gulf Coast Wonder and Imagination Zone. The interactive science center entertains kids through fun hands-on exhibits, play areas and classrooms.

Make a lightning bolt in the EnergyZone, design a robot in the TechZ … Read More

Florida’s Sweetest Attraction
All aboard! The Orange Blossom Express Tram Tour will take you through fruit groves with a stop at the Justin Matthew’s Wildlife Rescue at Mixon Fruit Farms.

Grab a delicious salad, sandwich, or soup in the deli. Top it off with their famous orange swirl ice cream or homemade fudge for desser … Read More

A Jungle Adventure
For nearly 70 years the lush tropical paradise at Sarasota Jungle Gardens has been a home to hundreds of abandoned, abused, and unwanted animals. The Garden features 10 acres of tropical vegetation, jungle trails, exotic birds, crocodiles and more. Take in one of the “critters”, bird, or reptile sho … Read More
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Myakka Wildlife Tours - Sarasota's largest attraction with 29,000 acres of wildlife park. Take the tram or airboat to explore the backcountry!
Big Cat Habitat - A non-profit safe haven for big cats, bears, and other animals in need. The habitat is designed to educate the public by fostering appreciation for animals and stressing the importance of habitat preservation.
Mixon Fruit Farms - Don't miss out on Florida's sweetest attraction! Choose from fresh fruit, Mixon Select wines, delicious gourmet chocolates or famous homemade fudge! Online ordering available.
 
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