Sarasota Guidebook
Sightseeing
Sarasota Jungle Gardens
3701 Bay Shore RdIt is literally around the corner.
Close rooftop bar. Must catch a sunset here and have a couple of drinks!
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The Westin Sarasota
100 Marina View DrClose rooftop bar. Must catch a sunset here and have a couple of drinks!
Iziko lezobuciko lweJohn noMable Ringling
5401 Bay Shore RdJust down the street
Marina View Drive
Marina View DriveSarasota marina is beautiful
Take a walk over the bridge for a beautiful view and a little exercise
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Ringling Bridge Causeway Park
John Ringling CausewayTake a walk over the bridge for a beautiful view and a little exercise
Fun
Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf
3815 N Tamiami TrailGreat putt putt golf a short walk away.
Great small zoo. Very walkable and interactive.
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Big Cat Habitat and Gulf Coast Sanctuary
7101 Palmer BlvdGreat small zoo. Very walkable and interactive.
Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium
1600 Ken Thompson PkwyCool little acquarium.
Siesta Key Watersports
1536 Stickney Point RdBoat and Jetski rentals
Food scene
Saint Armands Circle
Saint Armands CircleOleary's Tiki Bar & Grill
5 Bayfront DrPacific Rim
1859 Hillview StBest Sushi
Rico's Pizzeria
1902 Bay RdBest local pizza
Downtown Sarasota
1383 Main StExcellent Peruvian food
Jack Dusty
1111 Ritz Carlton DrRestaurant/Bar at the Ritz Carlton. Fancy.
Mediterraneo
1970 Main StNice Italian restaurant downtown
Caragiulo's Italian American
69 S Palm AveAnother yummy Italian restaurant downtown
Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse
35 S Lemon AveExcellent steakhouse downtown
Connors Steak & Seafood
3501 S Tamiami TrailAnother great steakhouse
Flavors Of India Bradenton
6103 14th St WOur favorite local Indian cuisine.
Owens Fish Camp
516 Burns CtVery popular local seafood spot
Dry Dock Waterfront Grill
412 Gulf of Mexico DrCasual bay front seafood
Brick's Smoked Meats
1528 State StGood BBQ spot downtown with cool vibe.
Blu Kouzina
25 N Boulevard of the PresidentsUpscale Greek restaurant
Nightlife
State Street Eating House + Cocktails
1533 State StThe Gator Club
1490 Main StSmokin' Joes
1448 Main StNow called Joes.
Brewster’s Tavern
1454 Main St
Cask and Ale
1548 Main StreetSage
1216 1st StAnother nice rooftop bar
Beaches
Closest beach, just past St. Armands circle. Quieter than Siesta.
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Lido Key Beach
400 Benjamin Franklin DrClosest beach, just past St. Armands circle. Quieter than Siesta.
Siesta Beach
Anna Maria Island Chamber
5313 Gulf Dr