Things To Do
Anna Maria Island
The best beach in FL.
The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature
A natural history museum specializing in the history of Florida's gulf coast... just a few minutes away from our reception venue. And yes, you can see manatees here!
Gulf Islands Ferry
Highly recommend! The ferry is a great way to get to Anna Maria Island without fighting traffic. To and from the Island is about an hour, so plan to make this an all day affair!
Mote SEA Aquarium
A family favorite and a Sarasota classic!
Robinson Preserve
A great place to break a sweat and see some of Florida's wildlife! You can also spot St. Pete's iconic Sunshine Skyway Bridge from here. :)
Myakka Elephant Ranch
We don't just have manatees... we have elephants too! A little further inland, but definitely a place worth visiting.
Big Cat Habitat
You'll see lions, tigers, bears... oh my! ;)
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
Where Steve and I had our very first date. A must-see!
Ringling Museum
If you love art, look no further..
Sarasota Jungle Gardens
Ideal for little ones... Petting zoo, flamingos, gators.. Need we say more?
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
If you're a rollercoaster junkie and animal lover, this place is perfect for you!
Linger Lodge Restaurant & Bar
Do Y'ALL want to EAT sum GATOR? Do Y'ALL want to SEE a BUNCH of (probably too much honestly) STUFFED VARMINTS? Come on down to the linger lodge! Sincerely, the alligator they serve here is fantastic!
Swordfish Grill
A Cortez/AMI staple.... and the BEST place for bacon wrapped scallops!