Vacay On Bay! Welcome to Sarasota

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Vacay On Bay! Welcome to Sarasota

Sightseeing

PAYNE PARK is a hop, skip and a jump from our front door! This park is home to the Payne Park Skate Park, Circus Park, Café, Disc Golf Course and Amphitheater. Circus Park – this playground is circus inspired! Featuring a small splash area, rock climbing, slides, music makers, swings, and so much more. Perfect for picnics and spending the day with your little ones.
Payne Parkway
Payne Parkway
PAYNE PARK is a hop, skip and a jump from our front door! This park is home to the Payne Park Skate Park, Circus Park, Café, Disc Golf Course and Amphitheater. Circus Park – this playground is circus inspired! Featuring a small splash area, rock climbing, slides, music makers, swings, and so much more. Perfect for picnics and spending the day with your little ones.
LEGACY TRAILS: We LOVE the new extension of this trail which created nearly 30 miles of continuous non-motorized paved multi-use trail. It’s open year-round from 6 am until sunset. You can start at Payne Park and ride all the way to Venice, FL. Enjoy lunch at one of the sidewalk cafes and then ride back (about 24 miles total). Suitable for pedestrians, bicycles and electric bicycles.
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Legacy Trail
Legacy Trail
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LEGACY TRAILS: We LOVE the new extension of this trail which created nearly 30 miles of continuous non-motorized paved multi-use trail. It’s open year-round from 6 am until sunset. You can start at Payne Park and ride all the way to Venice, FL. Enjoy lunch at one of the sidewalk cafes and then ride back (about 24 miles total). Suitable for pedestrians, bicycles and electric bicycles.
MARIE SHELBY BOTANICAL GARDENS: Nestled on the shores of beautiful Sarasota Bay, Shelby Gardens is a tropical urban oasis. Relax amidst nature’s beauty and allow the scenery of unparalleled botanical bliss carry you away
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
1534 Mound Street
MARIE SHELBY BOTANICAL GARDENS: Nestled on the shores of beautiful Sarasota Bay, Shelby Gardens is a tropical urban oasis. Relax amidst nature’s beauty and allow the scenery of unparalleled botanical bliss carry you away
THE RINGLING: The amazing estate of John and Mable Ringling. It is home to the State Art Museum of Florida, the historic Ca’d’Zan Mansion, Bayfront Gardens, the Art Library, two Circus Museums and the Historic Asolo Theater. The grounds and gardens are free to visit and the Museum of Art offers free admissions on Mondays, with incredible art
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The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
5401 Bay Shore Rd
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THE RINGLING: The amazing estate of John and Mable Ringling. It is home to the State Art Museum of Florida, the historic Ca’d’Zan Mansion, Bayfront Gardens, the Art Library, two Circus Museums and the Historic Asolo Theater. The grounds and gardens are free to visit and the Museum of Art offers free admissions on Mondays, with incredible art
JOHN RINGLINGS CAUSEWAY BRIDGE: Join the runners walkers and cyclists making their way over the 60 foot high span which commands spectacular views of downtown Sarasota and Sarasota Bay
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John Ringling Causeway
John Ringling Causeway
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JOHN RINGLINGS CAUSEWAY BRIDGE: Join the runners walkers and cyclists making their way over the 60 foot high span which commands spectacular views of downtown Sarasota and Sarasota Bay

City/town information

DOWNTOWN: We live in a very lively area with art galleries and theaters. Diverse dining options include upscale farm-to-table bistros, refined seafood spots, and modern sushi joints, plus posh cocktail bars and low-key pubs with live music. First Friday Sip & Ship in Downtown is great way to enjoy live music, wine tasting, foodie sports and fashion shipping hours!
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Sarasota
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DOWNTOWN: We live in a very lively area with art galleries and theaters. Diverse dining options include upscale farm-to-table bistros, refined seafood spots, and modern sushi joints, plus posh cocktail bars and low-key pubs with live music. First Friday Sip & Ship in Downtown is great way to enjoy live music, wine tasting, foodie sports and fashion shipping hours!

Shopping

ST ARMANDS CIRCLE: One of our favorite places! Immerse yourself in a exceptional array of shops, restaurants, salons and spas in an atmosphere of casual elegance. Stroll the streets and park, admiring the exquisite statuary of Jon Ringling’s, walking the Circus Ring of Frame and making new discoveries with every step.
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Saint Armands Circle
Saint Armands Circle
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ST ARMANDS CIRCLE: One of our favorite places! Immerse yourself in a exceptional array of shops, restaurants, salons and spas in an atmosphere of casual elegance. Stroll the streets and park, admiring the exquisite statuary of Jon Ringling’s, walking the Circus Ring of Frame and making new discoveries with every step.
Located in the Amish Village and it’s worth a stop for some delicious pie and American comfort food. Der Dutchman’s also carry many homemade canned goods and gift items
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Der Dutchman Sarasota
3713 Bahia Vista St
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Located in the Amish Village and it’s worth a stop for some delicious pie and American comfort food. Der Dutchman’s also carry many homemade canned goods and gift items

Beaches

Great beach on the Bay with public parking and restrooms. Bring a picnic and enjoy a walk on the beach. It's a TERRIFIC place for sea shells.
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South Lido Key Beach Park on the Gulf
Benjamin Franklin Drive
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Great beach on the Bay with public parking and restrooms. Bring a picnic and enjoy a walk on the beach. It's a TERRIFIC place for sea shells.
Rated one of the most beautiful beaches in the US! A must see during your visit.
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Παραλία Siesta
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Rated one of the most beautiful beaches in the US! A must see during your visit.

Food scene

Marina Jacks: Upstairs you can feast your eyes on Sarasota Bay while savoring the chefs signature fresh catch. Downstairs, enjoy more casual fare at the open air dining room with live music most nights.
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marina jacks
2 Marina Plaza
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Marina Jacks: Upstairs you can feast your eyes on Sarasota Bay while savoring the chefs signature fresh catch. Downstairs, enjoy more casual fare at the open air dining room with live music most nights.
Serves up exceptional Southern Grub and seafood in a cottage beneath a banyan tree in Burns Court. The Low Country boil for two is a sure bet!
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Owens Fish Camp
516 Burns Ct
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Serves up exceptional Southern Grub and seafood in a cottage beneath a banyan tree in Burns Court. The Low Country boil for two is a sure bet!
Located in the Amish Village and it’s worth a stop for some delicious pie and American comfort food.
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Yoder's Restaurant & Amish Village
3434 Bahia Vista St
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Located in the Amish Village and it’s worth a stop for some delicious pie and American comfort food.
This restaurant has some of the best sea food and salad that we have encountered! And after your meal, stroll St. Armands circle.
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Shore St. Armands
465 John Ringling Blvd
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This restaurant has some of the best sea food and salad that we have encountered! And after your meal, stroll St. Armands circle.
This place never disappoints. Dinner is always delicious and the staff are very friendly. So good.
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Tommy Bahama Restaurant, Bar & Store
300 John Ringling Blvd
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This place never disappoints. Dinner is always delicious and the staff are very friendly. So good.
French café and bakery for breakfast and lunch. Their croissants and crepes are amazing. The owners’ are imply wonderful and check on you and your meal as if you are their personal guest.
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C'est La Vie
1553 Main St
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French café and bakery for breakfast and lunch. Their croissants and crepes are amazing. The owners’ are imply wonderful and check on you and your meal as if you are their personal guest.
Another favorite we visit (especially during the Farmer’s Market). It’s a trendy local coffee shop with outdoor tables in the heart of main street.
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Pastry Art Bakery Cafe
1512 Main St
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Another favorite we visit (especially during the Farmer’s Market). It’s a trendy local coffee shop with outdoor tables in the heart of main street.
A great stop for healthy breakfast in downtown Sarasota! Amazing avocado toast to start your day off right.
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First Watch
1395 Main St
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A great stop for healthy breakfast in downtown Sarasota! Amazing avocado toast to start your day off right.
Terrific gourmet pizza and Italian just 5 mins from the house. They have a beautiful outdoor patio that often has live music.
Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria
27 Fletcher Ave
Terrific gourmet pizza and Italian just 5 mins from the house. They have a beautiful outdoor patio that often has live music.