• MustDo.com | Sarasota, Florida family fun attractions and things to do include a visit to Big Cat Habitat & Gulf Coast Sanctuary. Photo by Jennifer Brinkman.
  • Young girl looking at Manatee exhibit Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium Sarasota, Florida.
  • MustDo.com | The citrus packing room at Historic Spanish Point. Sarasota, Florida family fun attractions. Photo by Jennifer Brinkman.
  • Sarasota Art Museum contemporary art exibition gallery. sculpture courtyard, and bistro restaurant in Sarasota, Florida. Photo credit Nita Ettinger
  • Orchid display Selby Botanical Garden Sarasota, Florida

Must Do Tourist Attractions in the Sarasota Area

Sarasota • Siesta Key • Longboat Key • Lido Key • Venice

Lively arts, extraordinary history, and interactive exhibits and shows provide one-of-a-kind opportunities to explore, learn, and be entertained at Sarasota, Florida area attractions.

Gardens, museums, an aquarium, zoo, and animal sanctuaries provide hours of fun the entire family will enjoy. 

With a unique blend of history, entertainment, and interactive learning fun, there is something to entertain the entire family.

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Must Do Tourist Attractions in the Sarasota Area

Art Center Sarasota in Sarasota, Florida is a community art center with exhibition galleries, a sculpture garden, adult and kids art classes, programs, and workshops. Must Do Visitor Guides | MustDo.com.

Art Center Sarasota

National and local artists present their paintings, pottery, sculpture, and more in the three galleries at this downtown Sarasota, Florida community art center. Art Center Sarasota's four galleries offer an ever-changing display of artworks including some by emerging artists. Art demonstrations, special events and educational programs including lectures, art classes, and workshops are offered throughout the year. Art Center Sarasota also features... Read More
See and learn about exotic and endangered Siberian tigers, African lions, and rare White tigers at Sarasota's Big Cat Habitat and Gulf Coast Sanctuary. Also encounter bears, primates, birds, and other animals. Be entertained by the individual personalities of the animals during educational training demonstrations. There are a petting Zoo and special events throughout the year. Photo by Jennifer Brinkman. Must Do Visitor Guides, MustDo.com.

Big Cat Habitat Conservation and Education Center in Sarasota

Sarasota's Big Cat Habitat Conservation and Education Center is home to over 300 animals across 62 species. The organization cares for everything from Himalayan and Brown Bears to African Caracal, Bengal Tigers, Clouded Leopards, Florida Panther, all types of lemurs, exotic birds, and monkeys. Visitors can see and learn about exotic and endangered Siberian tigers, African lions, and rare White tigers. They can also... Read More
Marietta Museum of Art & Whimsy in Sarasota, Florida showcases a diverse collection of quality art from classic to lighthearted & fun and features a sculpture Garden.

Marietta Museum of Art & Whimsy in Sarasota

Art Museum and Sculpture Garden Marietta Museum is dedicated to raising the importance of positive and whimsical art. The museum exhibits a diverse collection of quality art, from classic to lighthearted and fun. Enjoy paintings, sculptures, and mixed media from more than 250 by mostly living artists. Marietta, an artist herself and a Ringling College of Art & Design graduate,... Read More