Florida's cultural coast, Sarasota offers an exceptional combination of world-class art museums (Ringling Museum), pristine Gulf beaches (Siesta Key), and a sophisticated dining and cultural scene. This is a particularly strong day trip for art and culture lovers who want to combine it with Siesta Key beach.
Suggested itinerary
- 8 AM: Depart Tampa on I-75 south
- 9 AM: Arrive Ringling Museum of Art; open at 10 AM
- 10 AM - 12 PM: Ringling Museum of Art and Ca' d'Zan mansion tour
- 12:30 PM: Drive to Siesta Key Beach (20 min); lunch at one of the village restaurants
- 1:30 - 4 PM: Beach time at Siesta Key — world's finest white sand
- 4 PM: Drive to downtown Sarasota; Marina Jack waterfront walk
- 5 PM: Sunset at Siesta Key or Sarasota Bay
- 7 PM: Return to Tampa
Location
27.3364, -82.5307 View on map
Highlights
- Ringling Museum (world-class Baroque art collection)
- Siesta Key Beach (world's finest sand)
- Sarasota arts scene
- Waterfront dining