Day Trips from Sarasota

Sarasota is conveniently located within driving distance of some of Florida’s best
attractions! Whether you’re looking to get out in the Everglades, or experience a
theme park, Florida has it all!

Everglades National Park Guided Tours

Everglades National Park is a 1.5-million-acre wetland preserve on the southern tip of the U.S. state of
Florida. Often compared to a grassy, slow-moving river, the Everglades is made up of coastal mangroves, sawgrass marshes, and pine Flatwoods that are home to hundreds of animal species. Among the Everglades’ abundant wildlife are the endangered leatherback turtle, Florida panther, and West Indian manatee.

• 815 Oyster Bar Ln, Everglades City, FL 34139
• (239) 695-2591

Orlando – Orlando:

Theme Park Capital of the World. Home to Universal Studios, Sea World, and of
course Walt Disney World, which includes Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Hollywood
Studios, and Animal Kingdom. Make a day trip of it; head over early in the morning
or even wait till later in the day and stay through the evening and stay for the
amazing evening firework displays. It is fun, but we’re sure you’ll be glad to return
to the peace and tranquility of Sarasota.

Busch Gardens

If you really want a whole day of lively entertainment, then gather up the family and
head on up over the spectacular Sunshine Skyway Bridge to visit the world-famous
Busch Gardens theme park for a day out to remember. Their Adventure Island
water park is also terrific fun with plenty of thrills for all ages.

The Dalí

Visit this museum to view an exceptional collection of works by world-famous artist Salvador Dalí. Learn about his art, life, and the art movements he influenced. Check their site to see what events you can attend during your vacation.

CMON

The Golisano Children’s Museum of Naples is the perfect place to spend a day with your family during your vacation. The museum is a place where children and parents can learn together while having fun with interactive exhibits.

Vertical Ventures

Venture out of your comfort zone at Vertical Ventures, Tampa Bay’s premier indoor climbing park. With over 150 routes to climb, up to 40 feet in heigh, this 20,000 square-foot facility offers a variety of fitness and climbing classes, group events, day passes, and programs and parties for children.

Whitney Beach, Longboat Key Pass

Located in Manatee County, Whitney Beach at Longboat Key Pass offers a serene setting for a day at the beach. Swing off the downed trees, fish for Snook off the rock jettys, and enjoy beautiful views. Perfect for little ones who might be timid of the ocean, the water remains shallow for quite a distance out, and with the beach being wide, there is always plenty of room. Whitney Beach has public beach access with parking and is near The Shore, Mar Vista, and Whitney’s, for delicious post-beach food and drinks.