- Our list of the best things to do in Sarasota, Florida, features the top 148 nearby activities — including 89 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Sarasota, FL has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Water Activities, Outdoor Places, Sports & Fitness, and Tours.
- The results below include the top 30 things to do within the city of Sarasota, FL , followed by 118 popular activities in nearby cities, including Venice, Bradenton, Bradenton Beach, Holmes Beach, Siesta Key, Anna Maria, Englewood, Tampa, Arcadia and Ruskin
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Beginning at a designated starting point, groups of two, four, or six use smartphones to explore the city, searching for hidden objects
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The Venetian Golf and River Club is a golf club that features an 18 hole, par 72 golf course designed by Chip Powell. Other amenities onsite include practice facilities and a pro shop.
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Centennial Park is a hub for community events like Farmer's Markets and auto shows. The park also has picnic tables, a gazebo, a veterans' memorial, and an interactive splash pad for children.
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Souvenirs, gifts, memorabilia, and plenty of other things can be found at Nifty Nic Nacs. Sweets can also be bought from here, such as chewing gum, candies, and Wack-O-Wax Moustaches.
17.2 Miles
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207 Miami Avenue West, Venice, FL 34285
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The intimate Cabaret of Magic Variety Arts Theater hosts a variety of entertainment year round. The live entertainment includes magicians from all over the world, wowing the audiences and having them returning for more.
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23 votes
312 E. Venice Avenue #9, Venice, FL 34285
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Featuring guided tours, Detroit Segways - Private Day Tours takes visitors through streets and trails of the city to see cultural and historical sites. Before the trip begins, visitors are given a brief lesson on how to operate the Segway.
17.4 Miles
Father Fish Aquarium is a hobby shop catering to the novice as well as the serious hobbyist and is home to a variety of tropical fish, both salt and fresh water.
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Short yet informative kayaking tours are the specialty of Easy Kayaking. A wide number of individual tour packages are offered, but all of them provide wildlife viewing, photography stops, and instruction for those new to kayaking like older children.
17.6 Miles
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304 S Warfield Ave, Ste 17, Venice, FL 34285
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With tours ranging from 2 to 5 hours long, Easy Kayaking: Lessons & Tours takes visitors through the region's spring-fed rivers on a sightseeing kayak adventure. During the tour, visitors can spot wildlife like alligators, manatees, dolphins, and more.
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Captain Ed Hartung captains the sailing and cruise experience for Spice Sailing Charters aboard the 30 foot Catalina Yacht, Zig Zag. Guests can take a turn at the helm of the sailboat or simply enjoy the ocean views.
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325 Sorrento Street, Venice, FL 34285
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As a foodie tour, The Taste of Venice Grand Gourmet Food Tour offers visitors food samples from local shops and restaurants. At each stop, chefs will explain the history of the food they are presenting.