Gulf Coast beach near Sarasota
The Sealand Guide

Make Sarasota yours.

A host-curated mix of food, beaches, nature and family favorites.

Morning & food

Start local.

Breakfast

Lovely Square

A host favorite for breakfast in town.

Market

Detwiler’s Farm Market

A great local grocery market for produce, snacks and Florida finds.

Italian

La Violetta

A more refined Italian option within easy reach of Sealand.

Greek

Blu Kouzina

One of the host’s Sarasota favorites for Greek cuisine.

Beach day

White sand, warm water.

Siesta Key

The classic Sarasota beach day: white quartz sand, Gulf water and sunset.

Lido Beach

Another beautiful white-sand Gulf beach, easy to pair with St. Armands Circle.

Siesta Key Drum Circle

A Sunday-at-sunset Sarasota tradition.

Explore Sarasota

Nature, arts & family time.

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens

Beautiful gardens with Sarasota Bay views.

Bayfront Park

A waterfront walk with yachts, skyline views and sunsets.

Myakka River State Park

Classic Florida nature and a good place to look for wildlife.

Sarasota Jungle Gardens

Flamingos, wildlife and a family-friendly outing.

Sarasota Art Museum

Rotating collections and an easy indoor option.

Sailor Circus

Check the schedule for performances for kids and adults.

Payne Park Playground

A favorite stop for younger travelers.

Red Bug Slough Preserve

Peaceful walking, birdwatching and a dose of local nature.

St. Armands Circle

A lively place to stroll, shop and dine near Lido Key.

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