Ananbel's Guidebook
Shopping/ Dinning center
Welcome to St. Armands Key – an island shopping center removed from the bustle of the mainland by two bridges over magnificent Sarasota Bay. Unique in concept, history, and beauty, St. Armands provides an unforgettable experience for visitors from all over the world.
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Saint Armands Circle
Saint Armands CircleWelcome to St. Armands Key – an island shopping center removed from the bustle of the mainland by two bridges over magnificent Sarasota Bay. Unique in concept, history, and beauty, St. Armands provides an unforgettable experience for visitors from all over the world.
The Ringling is located in Sarasota, Florida and preserves the legacy 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 admission on Mondays
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The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
5401 Bay Shore RdThe Ringling is located in Sarasota, Florida and preserves the legacy 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 admission on Mondays
Beach
Most travelers start their Siesta Key vacation roaming the white sands of Siesta Key Beach. Rated as one of the top beaches in the United States, Siesta Key Beach is packed with popular activities to keep you active throughout your trip.
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Siesta Beach
Most travelers start their Siesta Key vacation roaming the white sands of Siesta Key Beach. Rated as one of the top beaches in the United States, Siesta Key Beach is packed with popular activities to keep you active throughout your trip.
home to one of Florida's most pristine beaches, Lido Key is known for its eco-tourism and sunset cruises.
It's the place to go for deep sea fishing, dolphin watching and sailing.
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Lido Key Beach
400 Benjamin Franklin Drhome to one of Florida's most pristine beaches, Lido Key is known for its eco-tourism and sunset cruises.
It's the place to go for deep sea fishing, dolphin watching and sailing.
Shopping center
The Mall at University Town Center is the premiere shopping and dining destination in Southwest Florida. The Mall at UTC features world-class shopping that includes Saks Fifth Avenue, Macy's, Dillard’s, Michael Kors, Free People, Lilly Pulitzer, Lululemon, Anthropologie, Urban Outfitters and more than 140 retailers. You can also enjoy distinctive dining options such as The Cheesecake Factory, Season’s 52, The Capital Grille, Brio Tuscan Grille and many more! The diverse mix of fashion shops, delicious offerings and family friendly amenities are perfectly accented by the Floridian inspired architecture and LED barrel vaulted ceilings, which make The Mall at UTC the most enjoyable shopping destination in Sarasota.
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The Mall at University Town Center
140 University Town Center DrThe Mall at University Town Center is the premiere shopping and dining destination in Southwest Florida. The Mall at UTC features world-class shopping that includes Saks Fifth Avenue, Macy's, Dillard’s, Michael Kors, Free People, Lilly Pulitzer, Lululemon, Anthropologie, Urban Outfitters and more than 140 retailers. You can also enjoy distinctive dining options such as The Cheesecake Factory, Season’s 52, The Capital Grille, Brio Tuscan Grille and many more! The diverse mix of fashion shops, delicious offerings and family friendly amenities are perfectly accented by the Floridian inspired architecture and LED barrel vaulted ceilings, which make The Mall at UTC the most enjoyable shopping destination in Sarasota.
Farmers market
the Sarasota Farmers Market, operating as a nonprofit organization, provides an opportunity for residents and visitors to Sarasota to mingle every Saturday morning. The market now has over 70 vendors providing the community with “local produce, plants, prepared foods and artisans. Sarasota Farmers Market is open rain or shine every Saturday between the hours of 7:00 am and 1:00 pm.
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Sarasota Farmers Market
North Lemon Avenuethe Sarasota Farmers Market, operating as a nonprofit organization, provides an opportunity for residents and visitors to Sarasota to mingle every Saturday morning. The market now has over 70 vendors providing the community with “local produce, plants, prepared foods and artisans. Sarasota Farmers Market is open rain or shine every Saturday between the hours of 7:00 am and 1:00 pm.
Raise your spirits
The Siesta Key distillery produces outstanding, award-winning rums. Take a free tour of the distillery and visit the tasting room and gift shop afterward for a true taste of the Caribbean.
Discover an enticing range of flavored rums including spiced rum, toasted coconut, coffee and beer barrel-aged spirits. Nobody leaves without a smile on their face!
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Siesta Key Rum
2212 Industrial BlvdThe Siesta Key distillery produces outstanding, award-winning rums. Take a free tour of the distillery and visit the tasting room and gift shop afterward for a true taste of the Caribbean.
Discover an enticing range of flavored rums including spiced rum, toasted coconut, coffee and beer barrel-aged spirits. Nobody leaves without a smile on their face!
Adventure
TreeUmph! is one of Sarasota’s most adventurous attractions. A high-flying course of tree-top zip-lines, platforms, climbing walls, ladders and bridges, this place has fun in spades.
Whether you are a total beginner or a regular Indiana Jones there is a course here for you. Guides are on-site at all times to help navigate the tougher parts of the trails. Push your limits with this exhilarating forest adventure.
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TreeUmph! Adventure Course
21805 State Road 70 ETreeUmph! is one of Sarasota’s most adventurous attractions. A high-flying course of tree-top zip-lines, platforms, climbing walls, ladders and bridges, this place has fun in spades.
Whether you are a total beginner or a regular Indiana Jones there is a course here for you. Guides are on-site at all times to help navigate the tougher parts of the trails. Push your limits with this exhilarating forest adventure.
Food scene
As well as fantastic food the Dry Dock also offers a beautiful location. With indoor and outdoor seating you can really make the most of the long summer nights as you take in the view over Sarasota Bay.
This restaurant specializes in local seafood but also offers a variety of other dishes including pasta, pizzas, snacks, and a children’s menu. The service is friendly and really adds to the atmosphere
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Dry Dock Waterfront Grill
412 Gulf of Mexico DrAs well as fantastic food the Dry Dock also offers a beautiful location. With indoor and outdoor seating you can really make the most of the long summer nights as you take in the view over Sarasota Bay.
This restaurant specializes in local seafood but also offers a variety of other dishes including pasta, pizzas, snacks, and a children’s menu. The service is friendly and really adds to the atmosphere