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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

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 room allows everyone... 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

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 for a while,... 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
MustDo.com | Snook Haven Myakka Riverfront restaurant and park Venice, Sarasota, Florida.

Messing About on the River at Snook Haven, Venice

As of May 1st, 2025, Snook Haven is CLOSED for construction and renovations. Sarasota County’s extensive project will renovate the establishment and its surrounding park. There are only two rivers that have been... Read more
MustDo.com | Historic Downtown Venice shopping, restaurants and more

Discover Historic Downtown Venice

If you tire of Florida’s endless shopping plazas and anonymous shopping malls, Downtown Venice, Florida will comes as a refreshing surprise. This historic district is a place of interesting boutiques and individual businesses... Read more