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Art
Center Sarasota, 941-365-2032
707
North Tamiami Trail Sarasota
Art Center Sarasota is the hub of our Gulf Coast regions
contemporary art scene The goal of the Art Center Sarasota is to
present a broad spectrum of workshops, classes and exhibitions that
emphasize the work of living artists.
Asolo
Theatre Company, 941-351-8000
5555
North Tamiami Trail, Sarasota
A
superb destination theatre.
Golden
Apple Dinner Theatre, 941-366-5454
25
North Pineapple Avenue, Sarasota
Candlelit
prime rib dinner and Broadway musical entertainment with shows such
as Guys and Dolls and My Fair Lady.
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, 941-366-5731
811
South Palm Avenue, Sarasota
More
than 20,000 tropical plants, including orchids and bromelaiads,
museum, hands on learning center and greenhouse.
Mote Marine Laboratory, 941-388-4441
1600 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota
Mote Marine Laboratory (MML) is an independent, nonprofit research
organization dedicated to excellence in marine science and
education. The Laboratory was founded in 1955 as a place where
people could "learn about the sea." Although
internationally recognized through the scientific staff's research
and publications, much of the Laboratory's efforts are directed
toward the Southwest Florida coastal region. Through this research,
the laboratory provides the exchange of scientific information,
hosts visiting investigators, student interns, seminars and
conferences. Public outreach is accomplished through Mote Aquarium
showcasing Mote's scientific research and displaying marine life
found in Southwest Florida.
Pelican Man’s Bird Sanctuary, 941-388-4444
1708
Ken Thompson Pkwy. Sarasota
Come & Visit Florida's Largest Wildlife Rescue &
Rehabilitation Center. See Fabulous Wild Birds-Pelicans, Gulls,
Egrets, Herons, Owls, Hawks, etc.
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus, 941-359-5744
5401 Bay Shore Road, Sarasota
Sarasota
Jungle Gardens, 877-861-6547
3701
Bayshore Road, Sarasota
Sarasota's Favorite Family Attraction - Open
Daily, except Christmas Day. Tropical Jungle Trails, Flamingos,
Alligators, Bird & Reptile Shows & more! Snack Bar, Gift
Shop
Sarasota Trolley,
941-861-5000
The Sarasota Trolley travels around downtown Sarasota and a scenic
route out to attractions such as St. Armands Circle, Lido Beach,
Mote Marine and the Pelican Man's Bird Sanctuary on City Island. The
Trolley runs Monday - Saturday with both a Main Street route and the
scenic route.
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Bobby Jones Golf Complex
American Course, 1000
Circus Blvd, Sarasota
941-955-8097, public, 18 hole, 6039 yds, Par 71, CR-68.4,
S-117
British Course, 1000
Circus Blvd, Sarasota
941-955-8097, public, 18 hole, 6467 yds, Par 72, CR-70.0,
S-111
Executive Course, 1000
Circus Blvd, Sarasota
941-955-8097, public, 9 hole, 1687 yds, Par 30, CR-N/A, S-N/A
Forest Lakes Golf Club, 2401 Beneva Rd, Sarasota
941-922-1312, public, 18 hole, 6450 yds, Par 71, CR-70.8,
S-124
Foxfire Golf Club
Oak / Pine Course,
7200 Proctor Rd, Sarasota
941-921-7757, public, 18 hole, 6029 yds, Par 71, CR-69.7,
S-125
Palm / Oak Course, 7200
Proctor Rd, Sarasota, FL 34241
941-921-7757, public, 18 hole, 6206 yds, Par 72, CR-69.7,
S-121
Pine / Palm Course, 7200
Proctor Rd, Sarasota
941-921-7757, public, 18 hole, 6528 yds, Par 72, CR-69.6,
S-117
Rolling Green Golf Club, 4501 N Tuttle Ave, Sarasota
941-355-6620, semi-private, 18 hole, 6343 yds, Par 72,
CR-69.7, S-119
Sarasota Golf Club, 7280 N Lee Wynn Dr, Sarasota
941-371-2431, public, 18 hole, 7066 yds, Par 72, CR-73.0,
S-120
Longboat Key Club & Resort
Harborside Blue / Red
Course, 301 Gulf Of Mexico Dr, Longboat Key
941-387-1631, resort, 18 hole, 6709 yds, Par 72, CR-72.6,
S-130
Harborside Red / White
Course, 301 Gulf Of Mexico Dr, Longboat Key
941-387-1631, resort, 18 hole, 6749 yds, Par 72, CR-72.7,
S-131
Harborside White / Blue
Course, 301 Gulf Of Mexico Dr, Longboat Key
941-387-1631, resort, 18 hole, 6812 yds, Par 72, CR-73.1,
S-132
Island Side Course, 301
Gulf Of Mexico Dr, Longboat Key
941-387-1631, resort, 18 hole, 6792 yds, Par 72, CR-73.8,
S-138
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Palm
Avenue, 941-951-2314
64
South Palm Avenue, Sarasota
Upscale
dining and shopping in the Arts and Theatre district in downtown
Sarasota.
Prime
Outlets, Ellenton, 888-260-7608
5461
Factory Shops Blvd., Ellenton
Florida's largest manufacturer's outlet on the west coast. Over 135
designer and name brand outlets with savings 25%-70% off retail
prices. Monday thru Saturday 10am-9pm and Sunday 11am-6pm.
Red Barn Flea Market & Plaza, 941-747-3794
1707
First Street East, Bradenton
One
of Florida's finest Markets, featuring over 600 retail and vendor
booths. Free admission, parking and directory map.
Sarasota Square Mall, 941-941-9609
8201 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota
Burdines,
Dillard's, JC Penney, Sears, AMC movie theaters, food court and 140
stores, including The Disney Store.
Splash
Sun & Fun, 941-362-0207
231 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota
Find all your beach needs here including swimsuits, T-shirts, towels
and souvenirs.
St. Armands Circle, 941-388-1554
Downtown,
Sarasota
Let
our epicurean delights tantalize your taste buds with award-winning
cuisine. Lounge in the atmosphere, savor the delicacies created by
master chefs, indulge in the vintage wines and libations. Enjoy
casual fare from the many specialty food shops or dine leisurely on
superb cuisine from around the world. Experience the ambiance of
exotic lands and far away places. Fulfill your shopping passions
with fashion elegance, fine collectables, antiques, crystal, china
and precious gems. Whatever your heart desires. You don't have to
travel far to find the world's treasures, they're all here... on St.
Armands Circle in Sarasota, Florida.
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American
Cuisine
The
Broken Egg, 941-346-2750
210
Avenida Madera, Siesta Key
Restaurant, Catering, Art Gallery & Gift Shop. Serving breakfast
and lunch. Voted Sarasota's Best Breakfast - 8 years.
Nosh
A Rye, 941-387-9300
23
Avenue of the Flowers, Longboat Key
New
York, Kosher-Style Deli Restaurant. Casual dining amid beautiful
surroundings. Daily dinner specials, Pizza, Beer & Wine.
JP’s
Big Easy, 941-486-0026
385
US 41 By-pass, N., Venice
Steaks
& Fresh Florida Seafood with a New Orleans Style.
Patria,
941-927-8587
8383
South Tamiami Trail, South Sarasota
New
American Cuisine - International Style Eclectic Atmosphere, White
glove service. Sarasota's Most Creative Menu.
Amish
Cooking
Troyer’s
Dutch Heritage, 941-955-8007
3713
Bahia Vista St., Sarasota
Located
in the Amish Settlement of Sarasota. Awarded 1st Place - Best Amish
Restaurant "Sarasota Herald Tribune, Readers Choice
Award".
Bistro/International
Cuisine
Maureen’s
Palm Grille, 941-383-7774
5350
Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key
Influences
of Regional Italian, Pan Asian, Bistro, French and Contemporary
American Seafood.
Classic
Gulfcoast Cuisine
Sassy
Snapper, 941-475-8975
70 Indiana Ave., North Englewood
Specializing in Fresh Seafood & Choice Steaks. Live
entertainment Wednesday thru Saturday.
Continental
Cuisine
Chef
Caldwell’s, 941-388-5400
20
S. Adams Dr., St. Armands Circle
Specializing in Fresh Florida Fish
Roessler’s,
941-966-5688
2033
Vamo Way, South Sarasota
Sarasota's Finest Cuisine, featuring seafood, duck, beef, veal,
lamb, flambe desserts. Award - Winning Wine List.
Christopher’s,
941-388-2161
700
Ben Franklin Dr., Lido Beach
Fine
Dining atop the Radisson Resort overlooking Lido Beach, the Gulf of
Mexico, Sarasota Bay and the Sarasota Skyline.
Eclectic
Cuisine
Euphemia
Haye, 941-383-3633
5540
Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key
Global
Eclectic Cuisine.
Alley
Cat Café, 941-954-1228
1558
Fourth St., Downtown Sarasota
"In
The Alley" between Fruitville & 4th Lunch,
Dinner and Unique Shopping in an unexpected Walled Garden Oasis.
Ozzie,
941-921-4389
6559
Gateway Ave., Sarasota
Sarasota's
Boutique Restaurant where “Dining is a Matter of Taste”.
Jonathan’s,
941-761-1177
6777
Manatee Ave., W., Bradenton
Eclectic
Cuisine
European
Cuisine
Café
L’Europe, 941-388-4415
431
St Armands Circle, St Armands Circle
New European Cuisine with 29 years of Tradition and Innovation.
"Sarasota's Special Occasion Destination".
Italian Cuisine
DA
Giorgio Ristorante, 941-779-0220
5702
Marina Dr., Holmes Beach
Northern Italian/Cont. Cuisine. "Giorgio Oldano's culinary work
is absolutely exquisite, the very best!"-Bon Appetite Magazine.
Live entertainment, gift certificates available.
Cosimo’s
Brick Oven, 941-363-0211
201
Southgate Plaza, Sarasota
Wood-Fired
Pizza, Specialty Salads, Signature Pasta, Extensive Wine List, New
World Italian with a Multicultural Twist.
Pino’s
Primi Piatti, 941-955-3739
1301
Main Street, Downtown Sarasota
Italian/Mediterranean
Cuisine. New York Style Italian Bistro. Where the Mediterranean
meets the Gulf of Mexico, serving Fresh Veal, Chicken, Seafood &
Steak.
Mediterraneo,
941-365-4122
1970
Main Street, Downtown Sarasota
Northern
Italian Cuisine
Ophelia’s
Pasta House, 941-486-4131
1097-A
North Tamiami Trail, Nokomis, FL
Classic
Italian Pasta Specialties, Daily Specials, Take-out Service, Full
Bar and Outside Seating.
Oriental
Cuisine
Siam
Orchid, 941-923-7447
4141
S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota
Award
Winning Thai Restaurant
Le
Change of Boston, 941-373-9233
55
Palm Avenue, Downtown Sarasota
Critics'
Favorite Choice in Chinese Cuisine. Emphasizing quality &
wonderful service.
Waterfront
Dining
Moore’s
Stone Crab, 941-383-1748
800
Broadway St., Longboat Key
Casual
Seafood. Family owned & operated since 1967. Specializing in
Fresh Seafood & Stone Crabs. By Land or Sea • Great Children's
Menu
Lock
and Key, 941-474-1517
2045
Beach Road North, Manasota Key
"Best
Overall Restaurant" - Last 4 Years. Seafood & Beef
Specialists, Full Cocktail Service.
Rotten
Ralph’s, 941-778-3953
902
Bay Blvd., Santa Maria Island
Casual,
relaxed atmosphere overlooking the Marina at Bimini Bay. Celebrating
13 years of business.
Linger
Lodge Restaurant, 941-755-2757
7205
Linger Lodge Rd., Bradenton
Florida's
Most Unusual Restaurant. Screened Deck Overlooking Braden River.
Serving nightly dinner specials, fried gator and River Bottom pie.
Nightlife
Extremis
, 941-954-2008
204
Sarasota Quay, Sarasota
In
Extremis is a large techno style dance club aimed at the 18 - 24
crowd. Occasional live acts, but mostly a DJ cranking out the dance
and hip hop music.
Le
Barge, 941-366-6116
Marina Jack Basin, Island Park
Le Barge is like a giant houseboat with a bar and dance floor on the
top deck and cocktail tables inside. Entertainment is usually a solo
guitar player singer performing island style music and Jimmy Buffet
hits. Le Barge sails several times a day around Sarasota Bay and
offers a great view of the waterfront homes and spectacular sunsets.
Be sure to bring the camera. Call for schedule.
Five
O'clock Club, 941-366 5555
1930 Hillview Street, Sarasota
Five O'clock Club just south of downtown Sarasota near Sarasota
Memorial Hospital is a small club offering some great blues music.
Most headline acts begin at 10PM.
Marina
Jack, 941-365-4232
2 Marina Plaza, Sarasota
Marina Jack is a waterfront institution in Sarasota. There's a
downstairs outside large patio bar area adjacent to the marina.
Inside is a bar and restaurant and upstairs is fine dining
overlooking Island Park and the beautiful dolphin fountain.
Munroe's
Upstairs, 941-316-0609
1296 First St., Sarasota
Munroe's Upstairs is the eclectic smoky bar of the popular downtown
restaurant. Live jazz piano is frequently the popular choice of
entertainment. Munroe's is a popular gathering after theater/opera
gathering spot.
Margarita
Maggie's, 941-951-0335
1927
Ringling Blvd., Sarasota
Margarita
Maggie's offers a tri-level dance floor, 4 bars, 5 beer tubs,
balcony level seating and game room. Entertainment varies but mostly
DJ and dancing.
Ovo
Café, 9419954-6029
35
S. Lemon Ave., Sarasota
Upscale dining and martini bar.
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Circus
Sarasota, 941-355-9335
Sarasota
Circus Sarasota represents the circus arts at the highest level and
provides a circus that is linked to the community through
performance, education and integrated arts programming.
Historic Spanish Point, 941- 966-5214
500 North Tamiami Trail (U.S. 41), Osprey
Explore
& Experience Florida's Past. Guided tours daily - call for
schedule.
Gamble Plantation State Historic Site, 941-723-4536
West of I-75 Exit 43 near U.S. 301 East, Ellenton
Once the site of a sugar plantation of 3,500 acres owned by Maj.
Robert Gamble, who built an antebellum manor house in the 1840's.
Today, the restored and refurbished Gamble Mansion is the only
surviving plantation house in South Florida and the oldest home in
Manatee County.
Madira
Bickel Mound, 941722-1017-
U.S. 19 north from Bradenton, Exit at Terra Ceia Island
Three periods of Florida Indian culture dating back two-thousand
years at this archaeological site, which covers 10 aacres on Terra
Ceia Island in Manatee County.
Sarasota Classic Car Museum, 941-355-6228
5500
N. Tamiami Tr., Sarasota
The Museum features a “living” collection of over 100
automobiles, constantly being updated through acquisitions,
exchanges with other car museums, and through donations of vehicles
from collectors. The
collection spans over 100 manufacturing years. Almost
every letter of the alphabet is covered: Auburn, Bentley, Cadillac
station wagon (one of only 5 ever made), DeLorean, Edsel, Ferrari,
etc. Vintage, classic,
muscle, exotic cars….they’re all here. We have John Lennon’s Mercedes Roadster, Paul McCartney's
Mini Cooper and a dragster belonging to Don Garlits among our
favorite treasures.
Sarasota Visual Art center, 941-365-2032
707
North Tamiami Trail, Sarasota
Year
round regional and touring exhibitions, including Shapiro sculpture
garden.
The Gulfcoast Wonder and Imagination Zone, 941-906-1851
1001 Boulevard of the Arts, Sarasota
The Gulfcoast Wonder and Imagination Zone, is a hands-on science
center located in the Blivas Science and Technology Center, the
former Selby Library building.
G.WIZ is a state-of-the-art science and technology center
downtown on Sarasota’s beautiful bayfront.
However, it is not simply a museum! It offers an array of
interactive, hands-on exhibits, as well as educational programs for
the community.
The
Lieberman Gallery, 941-388-1530
1991
Main Street, Suite 244, Sarasota
The Lieberman Gallery is a non-profit art "viewing" center
dedicated to exhibiting contemporary and challenging works by
artists living and working in Sarasota and Manatee counties. Don't
miss the monthly artists' receptions, which are known to be fun and
informative. Lieberman Gallery hours: 9AM to 9PM daily. Free.
The
John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, 941-359-5700
5401 Bay Shore Road, Sarasota
The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, which is affiliated with
Florida State University, is the largest museum/university complex
in the nation. The 66-acre estate is the legacy of John Ringling
(1866-1936), one of the great business tycoons of his day. The
Museum of Art, recognized as the state art museum of Florida,
includes 21 galleries of internationally recognized European and
American art with paintings by Rubens, Van Dyck, Poussin and other
baroque masters. In addition, the estate encompasses Cà d'Zan, the
recently restored 32-room Ringling mansion; the Circus Museum; the
Original Asolo theater; the Rose Garden and beautifully landscaped
grounds overlooking Sarasota Bay.
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Dolphin
Dive Center, 941-924-2785
6018 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota
Snorkeling
equipment to rent to purchase, Scuba charters, Dive instructions and
Kayak instructions and rentals.
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Bay Walker Charters
4718 Harris Ave., Sarasota
941-922-2287
Captain Action Charter Service
Marina Plaza, Sarasota
941-955-4524
Captain Jims Charter
4554 Galway Dr, Sarasota
941-377-7549
Charter Boat Shark Sport Fishing
2 Marina PLZ, Sarasota
941-365-2161
Charter Boats Midnite Sun
1 Marina PLZ, Sarasota
941-349-7677
Custom Charters
2520 Constitution Blvd, Sarasota
941-922-1045
Enterprise Chartered, Inc.
2 Marina PLZ, Sarasota
941-951-1833
Excel Marine
1651 Whitfield Ave, Sarasota
941-753-1000
Fish'n Addiction Charters
4131 Nelson Ave, Sarasota
941-925-9134
Florida Fishing Adventures
3414 Key Ave, Sarasota
941-925-9786
Flying Fish Fleet Deep Sea Fishing
627
Avenida del Norte, Sarasota
941-366-3373
Deep sea fishing in the Gulf. Fun for the whole family.
Game Fish-Her Guide Service
1912 29th Ave W, Bradenton
941-750-8135
Jerryrig II Charters Gulf and Bay Fishing
4212 Longhorn Dr, Sarasota
941-371-2399
Jonnie Walkers Fishing Place
4718 Harris Ave, Sarasota
941-922-2287
Le Barge Tropical Cruises
2 Marina PLZ, Sarasota
941-366-6116
Neva
Miss Deep Sea Charter Boat
4513 102nd St W, Bradenton
941-792-5835
Palma Sola Boat Rental
9915 Manatee Ave W, Bradenton
941-778-4083
Reef Reacher Charter Boat
P O Box 594, Bradenton Beach
941-778-2727
Reelfast
3925 Warren St, Sarasota
941-925-0758
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Key
Sailing, 941-346-SAIL
1989
Morgan 41' Classic Sailing Vessel. Sunset, 2 hr., 3 hr., 4 hr.,
Full-Day or Private Charters. Delicious Meals & Beverage
Combinations Included.
The
Enterprise, 888-232-7768
Tall
Masted Sailing Cruises - Food & Beverages included. Triple Sail
Vessel with Dolphin, Sightseeing around 3 Islands. Sunset, 2 hr., 3
hr., 4 hr. or Custom Sails. In
business for over 20 years.
Longboat
Limousine, 941-383-1235
5145 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key
Luxury
sedan and stretch Limousine service based on Longboat Key, serving
all of Sarasota and Manatee Counties. Just added "Liquid
Limousine" new luxury cabin cruiser available for sightseeing,
dinner cruises, sunset parties and more. Self director tours by land
or sea.
Mahina
La Sailing, 941-713-8000
The
Best Sailing Available - All Trips go into the Gulf. Choose between
36' Sleek & Stable Catamaran & 50' Traditional Schooner. 2
hr. Dolphin or Sunset, 4 hr. Round the Island.
Peace
River Nature Boat Tours, 800-308-7506
These
Narrated Eco-Tours are Great for Watching Gators, Manatee, Nesting
Birds & More - always Calm River Cruising / includes Lunch at
Nav-A-Gator Grill
Sarasota Bay Explorers, 941-388-4200
Located
at Mote Marine Aquarium
Sea Life Excursions / Kayak Adventures. Enjoy a Wildlife/Marine Life
Adventure Cruise aboard our 40' Pontoon boat with On-Board Marine
Biologist. Kayak Trips into Florida back water for "up
close" Fun!
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Siesta
Sports Rentals, 941-346-1797
6551
Midnight Pass Road, Sarasota
Located
on beautiful Siesta Key provides you with hours of fun, whether
vacationing or living in Florida, we offer you the opportunity to
see Sarasota and Siesta Key, the way it was meant to be seen. Just
steps from Crescent Beach, we provide friendly, quality service at
affordable prices. We rent bikes, motor scooters, Surrey's,
strollers, Kayaks, children's equipment, beach stuff and
accessories.
Siesta Parasail, 877-591-0925
Siesta
Key Marina
It's Easy! Anyone Can Fly! Beautiful Aerial View! Dry Take Offs and
Landings from Boat Deck. Dolphin Tours, Jet Skis & Parasailing.
Walk on the Wild Side, 941-351-6500
629-41st Street, Sarasota
Small group, guided nature tours
throughout Florida. Canoeing, kayaking, hiking and camping.
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