The Sarasota beach guide
Brilliant white sand, crystal-clear water and seven distinctly beautiful ways to spend a day along Florida's Gulf Coast.
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On the Water
From sunset sails to dolphin encounters, these are our favorite ways to experience Sarasota Bay.
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Arts & Culture
Art, architecture, circus history and bayfront beauty—here’s how to make the most of your visit.
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Eat & Drink
Memorable meals, distinctive settings and the local restaurants that make Sarasota delicious.
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Explore Sarasota
Beaches, sharks, manatees, flamingos, mini golf and seven ways to make a Sarasota family day unforgettable.
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Explore Sarasota
Waterfront walks, dog-friendly dining and the Sarasota-area adventures Stella never wants to end.
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Arts & Culture
The theaters, galleries, music and cultural treasures at the heart of our Gulf Coast city.
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Sarasota After Dark
Sunset picnics, special dinners and playful ways to plan a night worth remembering.
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Plan Your Visit
Lido or Siesta? Longboat or Anna Maria Island? Perhaps Venice is more your speed. Start with the atmosphere you want, then choose the stretch of Gulf Coast that feels like your vacation.
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A Sarasota minute
Press play for Mary Beth's view of one of Sarasota's most beautiful stretches of shoreline.
Date Night Inspiration
A sunset crossing that makes the journey feel like part of the evening.
Plan a Sarasota date nightThe Sarasota Experience
Boats, bridges, wildlife and sunsets—a quick glimpse of the Gulf Coast city from every angle.
People of Sarasota
Paddleboarder. eFoil adventurer. Snack-loving soul surfer. Meet the woman gliding across Sarasota Bay—and discover why you may want to take a lesson with her.
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From Mary Beth
Sarasota is more than a beautiful place—it's a way of life. Whether you're visiting for a few sun-soaked days or living right here on the Gulf Coast, Sarasota and Me celebrates everything that makes this city unforgettable—from its iconic beaches and favorite destinations to the people, places and unexpected moments that give Sarasota its unmistakable spirit.
XO, Mary Beth
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