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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
Megladon Sharks Tooth found in Venice, Florida. USA. Photo credit Nita Ettinger. Must Do Visitor Guides, MustDo.com

Hunting for Sharks’ Teeth on Venice’s Beaches

A strange natural phenomenon has led to Venice becoming known as “The Shark’s Tooth Capital of the World.” These smooth T-shaped prehistoric teeth are usually dark grey in color and may be anything... Read more
MustDo.com | Lido Beach located on Lido Key, this popular beach is very relaxed and relatively uncrowded compared to the better known beaches on nearby Siesta Key.

Beautiful Family-Friendly Lido Beach

One of the reasons why Sarasota is such a popular resort destination is that just half a mile from the upscale shopping center of St Armand’s Circle is beautiful Lido Beach. Located on... Read more
MustDo.com | With Cinderella’s Castle and six themed areas, DisneyWorld really can be more than just a one-day visit. Your admission includes Main Street USA, Adventureland, Frontierland, Tomorrowland, Fantasyland and Liberty Square. As well as meeting famous Disney characters, the park has plenty of rides, shops and things to do, from a Jungle Cruise to It’s a Small World.

Visiting Orlando Theme Parks

Orlando is less than two hours’ drive from Sarasota, making it easy to make a day trip to Disney, SeaWorld, Epcot, Harry Potter and the other amazing attractions in Orlando. Bear in mind... 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
MustDo.om | Statue overlooking the Courtyard at The Ringling Museum of Art attraction in Sarasota, Florida. Photo credit Debi Pittman Wilkey.

Tips for Visiting The Ringling Museum of Art

The Ringling Museum of Art is the state art museum of Florida and has a wonderful collection of artworks in a purpose built gallery. This was the legacy left by John and Mable... Read more
MustDo.com | Shark teeth found on Caspersen Beach in Venice, Florida. Photo by Debi Pittman Wilkey for Must Do Visitor Guides.

Hunt for Shark’s Teeth on Caspersen Beach in Venice

You can do all sorts of things on Caspersen Beach – sunbathing, swimming, snorkeling, reading, paddling, shelling, making sandcastles and you can also hunt for prehistoric shark’s teeth! Known as the Shark’s Tooth... Read more
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens Sarasota, Florida USA. Must Do Visitor Guides, MustDo.com

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens has a National Collection of Orchids and Epiphytes

The Marie Selby Botanical Gardens are a delightful green oasis on the shores of Sarasota Bay. The 14-acre gardens were created by Marie Selby and still retain the feel of a private much-loved... Read more
South Florida Museum Bradenton, Sarasota, Florida attractions. Must Do Visitor Guides, MustDo.com

Explore Florida’s Past Present and Future at The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature

Many attractions boast that they have “something for everyone”, but in the case of the The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature it is absolutely true. This mega museum attraction in Bradenton includes... Read more


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