Sites & Bites
Siesta Key Beach and Village
Siesta Key Beach is rated one of the top beaches in the country and was rated number 1 for multiple years! We highly recommend taking a trip here or Lido Key Beach!
The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
The Ringling is one of the preeminent arts institutions in the United States. Its unusually diverse collections—art, circus, history, architecture, performance, gardens—reflect its unique origin story. At the heart of that story is circus impresario John Ringling and his wife Mable, and their shared desire to make Sarasota a world-class destination.
St. Armands Circle
Renowned as a continental marketplace, the Circle is a charming and graceful synthesis of the past and present. Explore the shops, dine in the sidewalk cafes, and relax in the lush tropical gardens. St. Armands Circle is unique in concept, history, and beauty.
Jack Dusty
Located at The Ritz Carlton (our Wedding venue!), this restaurant offers guests a bevy of dining and drinking options with indoor/outdoor seating and views of sparkling Sarasota Bay and beyond. Jack Dusty features modern classic seafood, offers a lively bar, and the perfect vibe!
Bar Hana
The atmosphere of this bar and restaurant is one of the coolest in downtown Sarasota! Tropical tiki bar meets modern asian cuisine. Definitely check this one out if you need a great snack and a fun cocktail!
Columbia Restaurant
If you're visiting St. Armands Circle, this is a must visit for lunch or dinner! For more than 117 years, the Columbia Restaurant has served Spanish-Cuban cuisine to the state of Florida and it is one we highly recommend.
The Westin Sarasota Rooftop
One of our favorite rooftop bars downtown! The Westin has a gorgeous view of the sunset, the Gulf, and Downtown!
GREEN ZEBRA CAFE
Cozy local gem in Downtown Sarasota! It's the perfect spot for a relaxed brunch, smoothie or fresh, organic juice. One of our favorite breakfast spots, especially if you need to recover from a night out.
Great Heights Creamery
Best ice cream of all time!
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens Downtown Sarasota
Downtown Sarasota’s Marie Selby Botanical Gardens is a peaceful, vibrant urban oasis on Sarasota Bay, covering 15 acres of beautifully landscaped tropical gardens, greenhouses, and bayfront walkways. They also have an incredible restaurant next door called the Green Orchid by Michael’s on East.