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48 Best and Fun Things To Do In Siesta Key, Florida


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Renowned for its luxurious ambiance and immaculate stretches of white sand, this is undeniably one of the most sought-after vacation spots across the globe. Additionally, Siesta Key is highly favored for retirement, with numerous opulent residences owned by affluent individuals who acquired them as their ultimate retreats.

If you are looking to escape from the hustle and bustle of city life and make some memories with your loved ones, Siesta Key is the place for you. From shopping at quaint boutiques to dining out at renowned restaurants, there’s always something to do in this charming area.

Because there are many attractions within Siesta Key, including museums, you may find yourself planning multiple trips during your stay.

Here is our list of the most fun things to do in Siesta Key, Florida

The 48 Most Popular Things To Do In Siesta Key, Florida

48. Ski Club of Sarasota

5.0 ★★★★★ (2 reviews)

Location: 5976 S Tamiami Trail Sarasota FL

Tel:  941 951 8516

Web Address:   http://skiclubofsarasota.com/

47. Siesta Key Craft Festival

4.4 ★★★★☆ (5 reviews)

Location: 5124 Ocean Blvd Sarasota FL

46. Legacy bike trail extension

4.8 ★★★★★ (5 reviews)

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Location: 1201 Ingram Ave Sarasota FL

Web Address:   https://friendsofthelegacytrail.org/trail-extension-construction-timeline/

45. Legacy Trail

4.8 ★★★★★ (6 reviews)

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44. Christopher Wheeler Park

3.7 ★★★★☆ (6 reviews)

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Location: 1300 Old Streetickney Point Road Sarasota FL

Web Address:   https://scgov.net/Home/Components/FacilityDirectory/FacilityDirectory/597/4283

43. Spanish Point

5.0 ★★★★★ (7 reviews)

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Location: 337 N Tamiami Trail Osprey FL

Tel:  941 366 5731

42. Siesta Key North Bridge

4.5 ★★★★★ (8 reviews)

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Location: Sarasota FL

41. Jim Neville Marine Preserve

4.4 ★★★★☆ (12 reviews)

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Location: Little Sarasota Bay Sarasota FL

Tel:  941 861 5000

40. Sarasota Bike Tours Inc

5.0 ★★★★★ (16 reviews)

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Location: 2055 Siesta Dr #25042 Sarasota FL

Tel:  941 313 0613

Web Address:   http://sarasotabiketours.com/

39. Edwards Islands

4.5 ★★★★★ (17 reviews)

38. Little Sarasota Bay

4.9 ★★★★★ (35 reviews)

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37. Sarasota Bay

4.8 ★★★★★ (40 reviews)

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36. Ted Sperling Park nature Trail

4.7 ★★★★★ (41 reviews)

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Location: Sarasota FL

Web Address:   http://scgov.net/

35. Coastal Kayak Adventures

4.9 ★★★★★ (42 reviews)

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Location: 190 Taft Dr Sarasota FL

Tel:  833 252 9251

Web Address:   https://coastalkayakadventures.com/

34. Palmer Point Park

4.8 ★★★★★ (54 reviews)

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Location: 0144 01 0016 Osprey FL

Web Address:   https://scgov.net/Home/Components/FacilityDirectory/FacilityDirectory/543/4318

33. Shellebrate Boat Tours LLC

5.0 ★★★★★ (56 reviews)

Location: 8701 Blind Pass Road Sarasota FL

Tel:  941 219 5315

Web Address:   http://shellebrateboattours.com/

32. Culverhouse Nature Park

4.3 ★★★★☆ (62 reviews)

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Location: 7301 McIntosh Road Sarasota FL

Tel:  941 861 5000

Web Address:   https://scgov.net/Home/Components/FacilityDirectory/FacilityDirectory/593/4323

31. Osprey Fishing Pier

4.6 ★★★★★ (62 reviews)

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Location: 133 Main Street Osprey FL

Web Address:   https://scgov.net/Home/Components/FacilityDirectory/FacilityDirectory/546/4283

30. Siesta Key Farmers Market

4.0 ★★★★☆ (70 reviews)

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Location: 5104 Ocean Blvd Siesta Key FL

Tel:  727 362 8628

Web Address:   http://siestakeyfarmersmarket.org/

29. Bay Street Park

4.3 ★★★★☆ (70 reviews)

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Location: 300 Bay Street Osprey FL

Tel:  941 861 5000

Web Address:   https://scgov.net/Home/Components/FacilityDirectory/FacilityDirectory/614/4283

28. Ted Sperling Nature Park and mangrove tunnels

4.8 ★★★★★ (75 reviews)

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Location: 190 Taft Dr Sarasota FL

Web Address:   https://scgov.net/Home/Components/FacilityDirectory/FacilityDirectory/788/4283

27. Siesta Key Wine Bar

4.8 ★★★★★ (89 reviews)

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Location: 5138 Ocean Blvd suite c Sarasota FL

Tel:  941 552 9105

Web Address:   http://siestakeywinebar.com/

26. Public Beach Access 10

4.7 ★★★★★ (91 reviews)

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Location: 602 Beach Road Siesta Key FL

25. Pinecraft Amish Community

4.5 ★★★★★ (131 reviews)

Location: Pinecraft Park Sarasota FL

24. Lido public beach

4.6 ★★★★★ (133 reviews)

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23. Legacy Trail

4.7 ★★★★★ (154 reviews)

Location: Central Sarasota Pkwy Sarasota FL

Web Address:   https://scgov.net/Home/Components/FacilityDirectory/FacilityDirectory/571/4283

22. Siesta Key Jet Ski Inc

4.4 ★★★★☆ (159 reviews)

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Location: 1250 Streetickney Point Road Sarasota FL

Tel:  941 346 3000

Web Address:   http://siestakeyjetski.com/

21. Robin Hood Rentals Siesta Key

4.7 ★★★★★ (227 reviews)

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Location: 5255 Ocean Blvd Sarasota FL

Tel:  941 554 4242

Web Address:   https://robinhoodrentals.net/

20. Potter Park

4.5 ★★★★★ (277 reviews)

Location: 8587 Potter Park Dr Sarasota FL

Tel:  941 861 5000

Web Address:   https://scgov.net/Home/Components/FacilityDirectory/FacilityDirectory/532/4283

19. South Lido Key Beach Park on the Gulf

4.7 ★★★★★ (292 reviews)

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18. Crescent Beach, Sarasota

4.8 ★★★★★ (350 reviews)

Web Address:   https://siestakeychamber.com/beaches

17. Bee Ridge Park

4.3 ★★★★☆ (369 reviews)

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Location: 4430 S Lockwood Ridge Road Sarasota FL

Tel:  941 861 5000

Web Address:   https://scgov.net/Home/Components/FacilityDirectory/FacilityDirectory/612/4283

16. Nora Patterson Bay Island Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (379 reviews)

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Location: 946 Siesta Dr Sarasota FL

Tel:  941 263 6386

Web Address:   https://scgov.net/Home/Components/FacilityDirectory/FacilityDirectory/550/

15. Pinecraft Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (409 reviews)

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Location: 1420 Gilbert Ave Sarasota FL

Web Address:   https://scgov.net/Home/Components/FacilityDirectory/FacilityDirectory/535/4283

14. Siesta Beach Pavillion

4.3 ★★★★☆ (424 reviews)

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13. Siesta Key Public Beach Access 7

4.7 ★★★★★ (429 reviews)

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Location: 402 Beach Road Sarasota FL

Tel:  941 861 5000

12. Marie Selby Botanical Gardens’ Historic Spanish Point campus

4.6 ★★★★★ (477 reviews)

Location: 401 N Tamiami Trail Osprey FL

Tel:  941 366 5371

Web Address:   https://selby.org/

11. Red Bug Slough Preserve

4.6 ★★★★★ (706 reviews)

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Location: 5200 S Beneva Road Sarasota FL

Tel:  941 861 5000

Web Address:   https://scgov.net/Home/Components/FacilityDirectory/FacilityDirectory/530/4283

10. South Lido County Park

4.7 ★★★★★ (1,122 reviews)

Location: 2201 Benjamin Franklin Dr Sarasota FL

Tel:  941 861 7275

Web Address:   https://scgov.net/Home/Components/FacilityDirectory/FacilityDirectory/853/4283

9. Urfer Family Park

4.7 ★★★★★ (1,219 reviews)

Location: 4012 Honore Ave Sarasota FL

Tel:  941 861 5000

Web Address:   https://scgov.net/Home/Components/FacilityDirectory/FacilityDirectory/492/4283

8. Turtle Beach

4.7 ★★★★★ (1,374 reviews)

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Web Address:   http://seesarasotalive.com/sarasota-beaches/turtle-beach-and-campground

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7. Crescent Beach

4.5 ★★★★★ (89 reviews)

Web Address:   http://seesarasotalive.com/sarasota-beaches/crescent-beach

6. Sarasota Beach

4.8 ★★★★★ (396 reviews)

5. Phillippi Estate Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (527 reviews)

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Location: 5500 S Tamiami Trail Sarasota FL

Web Address:   https://scgov.net/government/parks-recreation-and-natural-resources/find-a-park/specialty-parks/phillippi-estate-park

4. Siesta Key Drum Circle

4.7 ★★★★★ (814 reviews)

Location: 948 Beach Road Siesta Key FL

Tel:  941 861 5000

Web Address:   https://scgov.net/

3. Siesta Beach

4.8 ★★★★★ (1,390 reviews)

Web Address:   https://scgov.net/beaches/Pages/Siesta%20Beach.aspx

2. Siesta Key Public Beach Access 2

4.8 ★★★★★ (1,672 reviews)

Location: 41 Beach Road Sarasota FL

Tel:  941 861 5000

Web Address:   https://bestwesternsiestakey.com/siesta-key-public-beach-access-points-know-before-you-go/

1. Siesta Key Beach

4.8 ★★★★★ (19,651 reviews)

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Location: 948 Beach Road Sarasota FL

Tel:  941 861 5000

Web Address:   https://scgov.net/

Final Words:

Thank you for reading our list of the best things to do in Siesta Key, Florida! We hope it helped you plan the perfect itinerary for your next trip to this fantastic destination. Happy travels!

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