Dining

Sarasota is well known as a cultural hub in Southwest Florida with fine beaches, barrier islands and golf. Here are a few more facts you may not know! Photo by Charlie White.

Surprising Facts About Sarasota

Whether you live in Sarasota or are just visiting, we have some fun facts to share about this beautiful city in Southwest Florida. See how many of these surprising facts about Sarasota you... Read more

Enjoy the award-winning dinner menu, fine wines, Sunday Brunch, celebrate a wedding or anniversary overlooking Little Sarasota Bay at Ophelia’s on the Bay in Siesta Key, Florida. | Must Do Visitor Guides

Fine Dining at Ophelia’s on the Bay on Siesta Key

Proving that good food and first-class service is the key to an enduring business, Ophelia’s on the Bay has been thrilling diners in Sarasota for the last 25 years. Add a superb waterfront... Read more

MustDo.com | Centennial Park Gazebo downtown Venice, Florida

Things to Do in Venice, Florida

Known as “The Sharks’ Tooth Capital of the World”, Venice lives up to its Italian namesake with Renaissance-style architecture in its historic downtown. Antique shops, boutiques, and restaurants thrive in this vibrant area... Read more

Casey Key Fish House Old Florida casual waterfront restaurant Osprey, Sarasota, Florida. Photo by Nita Ettinger | Must Do Visitor Guides, MustDo.com

Laidback Casey Key Fish House

By: Gillian Birch Casey Key Fish House is the epitome of Old Florida with its waterfront location and laidback atmosphere. This convivial restaurant and tiki bar with palm-thatch roof and open sided dining... Read more

Jet ski rentals and tours, water sport activities on the Gulf of Mexico in Southwest Florida. Fort Myers Beach, Naples, Sanibel, Sarasota, Siesta Key. Photo by Debi Pittman Wilkey. | Must Do Visitor Guides, MustDo.com

Things to Do in Southwest Florida

The beautiful region of Southwest Florida runs from the south end of Tampa Bay down the barrier islands and estuaries of Sarasota, Fort Myers, and Naples to the vast uninhabited acres of the Everglades... Read more

Insiders guide to Sarasota, Florida restaurants. Photo by Larry Hoffman of dineSarasota. Must Do Visitor Guides, MustDo.com.

Sarasota’s Food Scene is a Standout

By: Larry Hoffman Sarasota is on lots of lists. And, I mean lots. Best beach in the U.S., best places to retire, best places to live in the U.S… I could go on... Read more

Mote Marine Aquarium Sarasota, Florida. Photo credit Nita Ettinger. Must Do Visitor Guides, MustDo.com

Rainy Day Activities in Sarasota

Don’t let rain get you down during your visit to Sarasota, Florida. There’s still plenty to do in and around the city. Just choose any of these destinations for a unique or fun... Read more

Siesta Key, Florida is a beautiful eight-mile-long barrier island just across the bay from Sarasota. With world-famous beaches, water sports, and wildlife within easy reach of Sarasota attractions and restaurants, Siesta Key makes a great vacation destination. Must Do Visitor Guides, MustDo.com

Things to Do in Siesta Key

Siesta Key is a beautiful eight-mile-long barrier island just across the bay from Sarasota. With world-famous beaches, water sports, and wildlife within easy reach of Sarasota attractions and restaurants, Siesta Key makes a... Read more

Free tips only rides to the beach, shops, restaurants, and more on Siesta Key, Florida. Must Do Visitor Guides, MustDo.com

Free and Tips Only Rides on Siesta Key

There are several free or “tips only” options for getting around Siesta Key, Florida. Although Siesta Key covers less than four square miles, the narrow crescent-shaped island stretches for eight miles. It puts... Read more

MustDo.com | Sarasota beaches are among the best in the U.S. and that’s official, as Siesta Beach was ranked #1 by Dr. Beach in 2014. The pure white quartz sand in this area is powder-soft and contrasts beautifully with the blue Gulf waters. Most beaches lie on the barrier islands of Longboat Key, Siesta Key, and Lido Key, creating sheltered waters for boats and wildlife within Sarasota Bay. Photo by Debi Pittman Wilkey.

Things to Do in Sarasota

Sarasota is a popular destination in southwest Florida, welcoming over 925,000 visitors each year. With its combination of beautiful sandy beaches, upscale shopping, cultural festivals, watersports, golf, and top dining, there’s something for... Read more