Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium
City Island 3 hrs
Discover marine life and conservation efforts at this interactive aquarium.
Where to stay
Hotels in Sarasota
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At a glance
Climate
Subtropical
Languages
English and Spanish
Local currency
USD
(USD)
Local time
(GMT-4)
Ideal trip length
3–7 days
Cost level
3 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Siesta Key
Tap water
Generally described as safe to drink
Tipping
15-20% standard
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
90 · Outstanding
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Stone Crab Claws
Key Lime Pie
Fresh Gulf Seafood
Cuban Sandwich
When to visit Sarasota
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: March
Busiest: Dec-Apr
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Jan85
Cool, sunny, dry
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Feb88
Pleasant, warm, dry
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Mar90
Warm, sunny, busy
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Apr85
Warm, less crowded
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May75
Hot, humid starts
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Jun60
Hot, humid, rainy
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Jul55
Very hot, rainy
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Aug50
Hot, humid, storms
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Sept55
Hot, hurricane risk
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Oct70
Warm, less humid
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Nov80
Mild, pleasant, dry
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Dec85
Cool, sunny, festive
Things to do in Sarasota
6 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
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Best in the morning
2 places
Myakka River State Park
East Sarasota 4 hrs
Experience Florida's natural beauty with airboat tours, hiking, and wildlife viewing.
Best in the afternoon
1 place
St. Armands Circle
St. Armands Key 3 hrs
Enjoy upscale shopping and dining in a beautiful island setting.
Best in the evening
1 place
Sarasota Bay Sunset Cruise
Downtown Sarasota 2 hrs
Witness breathtaking sunsets over Sarasota Bay on a relaxing boat tour.
Any time of day
2 places
The Ringling Museum
North Sarasota 4 hrs
Explore fine art, circus history, and stunning architecture at this expansive estate.
Siesta Key Beach
Siesta Key 5 hrs
Relax on the world-famous white quartz sand of Siesta Key Beach.
Things to book
Tours and activities in Sarasota
Guided tours, day trips and tickets to book alongside your stay.
Standard tour
6 Hour Private Luxury Boat Charter
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Activity tour
Mangroves, Manatees, and a Hidden Beach: Kayak Tour
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Standard tour
Clear Kayak Ecotour at Robinson Preserve in Bradenton, Florida
Free cancellationFind deals
Activity tour
Clear Kayak Glass Bottom Day Tour - Anna Maria Island
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Activity tour
Sarasota Showdown Scavenger Hunt
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Standard tour
Sarasota Street Food Tour
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Standard tour
Siesta Key Guided Eco Tour
Free cancellationFind deals
Activity tour
Clear Kayak Glass Bottom Day Tour - Sarasota
Free cancellationFind deals
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Practical ratings
Our own ratings and key insights for this destination.
Near Sarasota
Straight-line distance from the centre of Sarasota.
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