Join us for Comedy Cruise or a Live Music Cruise aboard the Anna Maria Princess, the only paddle wheel boat sailing the waters of Anna Maria Island and Longboat Key! This 100-foot beauty features two decks for sightseeing and nature viewing. We have a light menu aboard and a full bar, so you will be comfortable aboard the charming Anna Maria Princess as she takes you on an unforgettable voyage! We also do private cruises for any special occasion! www.AnnaMariaPrincess.com

Located on Anna Maria Island, Bradenton Beach Marina is the premier watersports destination. Ready to get on the water? We offer a variety of boat rentals including deck boats and pontoons. If you are looking for excitement, our jet ski rentals are the way to go. Or enjoy our popular dolphin eco-tour or sunset cruise. Want to swim, shell, or snorkel? - Jump on our Sandbar Express or Egmont Key Express boat trip. Your adventure on the water awaits! www.BradentonBeachMarina.com

Experience riding & swimming on horseback with a Gypsy Vanner horse. Ride out into the bay, bask in the beauty of the sea life, and end your ride with an invigorating swim on horseback. Maybe the dolphins will join in.

An Orvis Endorsed Outfitter & Fly Shop, located on beautiful Siesta Key Florida is the largest on-the-water Bait & Tackle Shop that offers Siesta Key Boat Rentals, Fishing Charters, Fishing Tackle, Jet Ski Rentals, clothing & sandals for everyone. CB’s Outfitter shop & “Beach Boutique” on Siesta Key carries the leading name brands in outdoor sportswear & sandals for men and women, plus T-shirts for the whole family. So bring the family and stop by to see why CB’s on Siesta Key has become one of Sarasota’s must see landmarks since 1959, a leader in the sport fishing community. Open daily 7am – 6pm.

Sarasota’s premier high-end electric bike tour and rental company with a top-notch staff prepared to deliver experiences that are purely enjoyable and hassle free! We offer hourly and daily E-bike rentals as well as several expertly curated local tours. Experience world renown Siesta Key on our popular sunset tour. For serene Old Florida beauty and wildlife join us for a Myakka State Park tour where you are guaranteed to see numerous deer, alligators, birds and so much more. If you want to see Sarasota, Siesta Key, Lido Key, Myakka State Park or The Legacy Trail with the ease of an expertly maintained E-bike, please visit our website or call for details. www.EndlessSummerSRQ.com

Sarasota's #1 public golf facility! With a 60-station Driving Range, a chipping green, a putting green and an 18-hole Waterfall Adventure Mini-Golf Course, Evie's has something for everyone. On a rainy day, check out the Arcade with 15 games and two pool tables. Hungry? Evie's Pizzeria and Ice Cream Parlor are here too. You can even have your car washed at Evie's Car Wash while you play!

A unique beach shop located on beautiful Siesta Key, Florida. A one stop shop for the entire family offering fashionable swim wear and casual clothing featuring popular brands like Roxy, Quiksilver, Vissla, Reef, Salt Life, OluKai and Rainbow Sandals to name a few. Find all your beach vacation needs here including caps, t-shirts, sunglasses, sandals, shoes and fun stuff for the beach. We’ve got the kids covered with beachwear, sandals and t-shirts. Book your jet ski or parasail ride while visiting our store. FIN Island Company wants to help equip you for a super Siesta Key vacation! Open daily 9am to 8pm. www.CBsOutfitters.com

Florida Fishing Fleet offers the best gulf coast fishing charters to be found in Cortez, Florida. Located in the heart of the Cortez Fishing Village, Florida Fishing Fleet is just minutes from Anna Maria Island.

Services include head boat / party boat split deep sea fishing trips, private deep sea fishing trips, nearshore fishing trips, and inshore/backwater fishing trips.

Enjoy a day on the water with our personable, experienced, and charismatic crew. The fishing vessel Savage Lady can comfortably accommodate groups up to 17 people and our nearshore & inshore trips can accommodate up to 6 passengers. We offer fishing charters for all experience levels along with the best customer service.

All trips include a fishing license, rods, bait, tackle, ice, fish cleaned and a great time!

Ditch the car and cruise beautiful Siesta Key in style with Golf Carts Siesta Key, the ultimate in island travel! Enjoy the scenery and Siesta Key vibe from one of our new 6 passenger gas powered golf carts. Always breezy, never stuffy! Enjoy the salt air, the sights and sounds that speak Vacation! Your Siesta Key experience starts here! All carts are licensed and insured and equipped with the latest in safety features including seat belts, horns and turn signals making them completely street legal. Your only job… relax and enjoy! www.ParasailSiesta.com

Are you ready to fly?! Come parasail high above the beautiful Florida Gulf Coast and get an exciting bird’s eye view of the beautiful Anna Maria Island landscape that will leave you breathless – and with plenty of memories to take back! Bring the entire family, ages 5 and up! Book now for a first-class? experience you will never forget! www.SeaRocket.com

High Tide Tiki Tours offers a variety of different Boat Tour options. Our Vessel is 30 ft long and is equipped to carry large groups, family events and bachelorette parties. There is a restroom and full service bar on board with drinks for sale on every tour. Call us today to find out more details. High Tide Tiki Tours can be customized to exactly the experience you are looking for. www.ParasailSiesta.com

Captain Bam’s Jungle-Float is a great time for all ages out on the water. We offer Platforms of all different heights to jump from, a super fast and fun waterslide, or try our Gorilla and Monkey Bounce where you can leap from various heights on to our trampolines that will launch you into the beautiful waters of Palma Sola Bay! We also have a blob (weather permitting) that guests can launch people high into the air from. Great for all ages, birthday parties, and events!

Enjoy a narrated dolphin watch cruise and observe dolphins in their natural habitat. A narrated sightseeing cruise combining Sarasota's abundant wildlife, history and spectacular shoreline homes, or a sunset cruise featuring live entertainment, dancing and a fabulous sunset.

Selby Gardens’ Downtown Sarasota campus is an oasis of tranquility, offering a respite from the commotion of urban life. It is the perfect place to escape from the everyday and experience the beauty of nature. This campus features a variety of gardens and habitats, displaying tropical and subtropical plants from around the world.

The Marietta Museum of Art & Whimsy is a unique Art Museum dedicated to the creative human spirit and raising the importance of Whimsical Art. Come and experience the unusual collection of light-hearted paintings, sculptures and stained glass. The Lee Family Gardens are nestled within a canopy of majestic old oak trees and feature many large sculptures, including; several grand pink flamingos, two bronze rabbits, a ballerina, a blue unicorn, a stainless steel rocket ship and a bathosphere prototype. Plant lovers will enjoy a variety of orchids and indigenous tropical plants. Being here will inspire your creativity, lift your spirits and touch your heart!!! Open November 26,2022 - May 27,2023. www.WhimsyMuseum.org

Escape aboard the Marina Jack II! Join us for a relaxing narrated sightseeing lunch or sunset dinner cruise through the inter-coastal waters and the Gulf of Mexico and enjoy delicious dining, outstanding views. Docked behind the Marina Jack restaurant, located on the Downtown Sarasota Bay front, our air conditioned salons and open air outside deck will provide you with best way to enjoy the waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Please call or visit website for reservations or information. MarinaJacks.com

Enjoy Little Sarasota Bay and its abundant sea life from our 40-foot passenger tour boat, SUPs, kayaks, and fishing boats.

Paddle over to midnight pass on a SUP or kayak and take a break on the world’s #1 beach, Siesta Key South end. After that you can paddle around the mangroves. We offer guided sea life kayak tours for 6 or more guests.

Redfish, trout and snook are only a few of the fish you will enjoy catching on our ½ day or full day fishing charters in Little Sarasota Bay.

Remember to bring your camera, sunscreen, extra water, hat, towel and your smile for all our tours, fishing charters, SUP and kayak adventures!

If coming by water, we are located at Marker 38 at Evie’s Spanish Point and The Point Restaurant. If coming by land, we are located just North of Walmart on the West side of 41. www.marker38esp.com

Deep sea fishing on The Miss Venice comes with a guarantee that you will catch fish! The Miss Venice is a fast, stable, comfortable vessel that is inspected and approved by the US Coast Guard and equipped with the latest in safety, navigation and communications equipment, not to mention an air-conditioned cabin and full-size bathroom! We supply high quality fishing equipment. We will bait your hook, remove fish from the hook and filet your catch if you would like. You can’t go wrong on a trip with The Miss Venice and her experienced crew! www.TheMissVenice.com

Come take a ride on the Orange Blossom Express, with a stop at our Wildlife Rescue Center! Interact with the rescued wildlife, then let Mixon’s treat you to a FREE cup of fresh squeezed Orange Juice, Grapefruit Juice or Lemonade, made right here in our packing house! Homemade Fudge samples and Wine Tasting daily. Be sure to enjoy one of our “almost world famous” Orange Swirl Ice Cream Cones. We have a HUGE play area with a slide, water duck racing game, tire hill and much more! Feed the koi fish and walk through our butterfly garden maze. Browse the 14,000 sq. ft. Gift Shoppe, and enjoy a delicious lunch in the Mixon Deli. Planning a wedding? Check out our Garden Oasis Pavilion for the wedding of your dreams. Mixon’s Farmhouse Inn is the perfect place to stay, too! Call for store hours.

Immerse yourself in the marine world at Mote Aquarium. Otters, sharks, manatees, sea turtles, touch pools and special exhibits showcase Florida's fascinating marine life and the world-renowned research conducted by scientists at Mote Marine Laboratory. www.Mote.org

As you enjoy Southwest Florida’s beaches and coastal waters, please be vigilant for marine animals while boating and follow best practices at the beach to avoid harming sea turtles during nesting season. Visit mote.org/wildlifetips to learn more.

Explore the distinctively diverse landscape and encounter the prairies, hammocks, pinelands, and wetlands that lead the Florida Wildlife Service to consider this one of the best state parks in Florida for wildlife observation. Experience the natural beauty of Myakka River State Park today. www.MyakkaOutdoors.com

Come fly with Parasail Siesta! As one of Siesta Key's most popular attractions, parasailing is safe and fun for all ages. Enjoy views of Siesta Key's beautiful beaches as you gently glide above Florida's scenic coastline. As you parasail, you may even spot dolphins and manatees playing in the surf or pelicans flying past you to say hello. Your parasail flight can be tailored to your liking. You can stay completely dry or opt for a gentle dip in the water. It’s your choice, high and dry or wet and wild. So, come join Parasail Siesta for a parasailing experience you'll never forget! www.ParasailSiesta.com

Experience the thrill of an airboat ride on the scenic Peace River in Florida's heartland. Captians are Coast Guard approved and knowledgeable guides. Or take a swamp buggy tour or do both! While wildlife sightings are not guaranteed, this is an area that offers an abundance mammals, birds and gators. You can even hold a baby gator if you dare! Open daily, call for reservations or book online at PeaceRiverCharters.com

Shop our flea market plaza in air-conditioned comfort. With farm-fresh produce, plants, great food and collectibles, the entire market is open year round Fri, Sat, Sun 9am-4pm, (Open Wed seasonally from Nov-Apr). Plaza open year-round, call office for hours. Closed Mon. Like us on Facebook and Instagram.
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Come sail aboard the Inspiration, a fast and comfortable Hunter 30 in the the Gulf Of Mexico. Every trip is a unique adventure, there will always be plenty of exciting moments that will turn into lasting memories. Your trip can be tailored to your specifications, sail in the afternoon, eat dinner, go out for a sunset sail, just let us know, price may vary slightly, you will always get a great value and a great experience. When you experience the power of the wind and the sea on a sailboat you will really feel a new awareness. www.SailVenice.com

The Sea Life Encounters is narrated by an on-board Marine Biologist. Cruise around Sarasota Bay and observe some of our local dolphins, manatees (seasonal), and sea birds in their natural habitat. See what lives under the water such as sea horses, crabs and a variety of fish during our hands-on presentation. Sunset Cruises (seasonal), and Private Charters aboard the Miss Explorer also available.

Hold a parrot, touch an alligator, feed free-roaming flamingos and explore acres of jungle paradise! www.SarasotaJungleGardens.com

Explore the intra coastal waters of Sarasota and the gulf on your own or with one of our tour guides. Rental options from 1-4 hours. Tour options of 2-3 hour. Located in the Fin Island Co. store directly below the 2 story Daiquiri Deck. www.SiestaKeyJetSki.com

Golf with Gators! Feed live alligators while golfing 18 holes of the best mini golf around set in a Swashbuckling-style atmosphere. Ships, lagoons, and pirate adventure theme. Open seven days a week, 9am-11pm. www.SmugglersGolf.com

Treat yourself. Rent on a higher level. Experience our top of the line golf carts and other lithium powered electric vehicles. There’s a kind of luxury that doesn’t need to boast. One that’s as much about service as it is style. Luxury that doesn’t just mean high end golf carts for any occasion, but giving you the personalized, top of the line service to meet your vacation needs. Experience the ultimate electric vehicle rental from a brand known for award-winning customer service.

Our trail rides are a great experience for any level of experience rider. You will embark on a wilderness trail along side the river and back in the Florida cypress hammocks. You will be accompanied by a highly experienced guide and Florida native who will provide you and your group with a personalized one on one experience. Book On Line. www.UpRiverAdventures.com

You Only Live Once! YOLO Adventures has something for everyone that will add a special memory to your vacation. Imagine soaring above Anna Maria Island on a smiley face parasail, enjoying a relaxing boat ride watching dolphins and manatees in their natural environment ending the day with spectacular sunset views. We fly single, double and triples up to 400 feet above the water on our parasail adventures. Our USCG approved 15 passenger sightseeing boat offers several trips throughout the day. They are 2 hours long and includes a stop at a sandbar or beach where you can swim, snorkel or search for that perfect shell. Our Captains & Crew will ensure safety first but also an adventure of a lifetime! ParasailFlorida.com or FloridaFunBoat.com