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Give your family a vacation on the #1 beach in the U.S.A.
Many destinations cater only to one travel style, but you’ll find activities for the whole family in Sarasota and Her Islands. It starts with the beaches, of course, where families can dig in the white sand or splash in the clear surf of the Gulf of Mexico. The aqua waves also deliver plenty of water sports for adventurous folks. Outdoor activities don’t end with the shore, however, thanks to the area’s extensive parks and preserves that offer close encounters with Sarasota’s diverse natural beauty.
For educational fun, head to the many museums and wildlife centers that cater to kids of all ages, from hands-on science at G. Wiz to wild adventures at the Big Cat Habitat. Sarasota’s incredible arts community offers arts programming of all kinds that’s entertaining for young and old alike, while historical centers mix education and excitement into one seamless package.
Here, you’ll find more than just kid-friendly activities; you’ll find adventures the whole family will enjoy.
Family Activities Articles
Over the (Big) Top
At the age of three, Tito Gaona knew he wanted to perform in the circus. Born in Mexico as the fifth-generation son of circus owners and performers, Tito spent his school vacations traveling with his father and watching him perform. He made his professional flying...
Discovering Sarasota in 30 Days
Discover Sarasota this September during the 2011 30 Days of Discovery event, a monthlong promotion offering 2-for-1 admission to participating attractions throughout Sarasota County. Whether you're a visitor discovering Sarasota for the first time or a returning...
Pack Up and Camp Out
Get in touch with nature, have fun with the whole family and do it all on a budget. Camping is an exciting and economical adventure for both visitors and locals. While locals love getaways at Sarasota's big camping spots, visitors can also spend a vacation on...
The Greatest Show on Earth
Circus is a theater of mind-boggling feats, elephants thundering around rings, horses dancing, clowns cavorting and sequined costumes glittering under the bright lights. The circus calls out to the child in each of us. Sarasota evolved with the circus, ever since...
Don't Just See the Circus, BE the Circus!
I'm uncoordinated, non-athletic, and let's just say my muscles and cardiovascular system have been on vacation for about a year. Oh, and I just turned 50. But Tito Gaona's trapeze school boasts students of all ages and levels of fitness. It seemed like a fun idea for...
There's a New Circus Tour in Town
Sarasota is just as famous for its circus heritage as it is its beaches. There's plenty to see here, and there's also plenty to learn. If you ever thought it would be brilliant to combine a culture and history education and your Sarasota sightseeing, look no further....
Beach on a Budget
If your money tree is light on fruit, don't fret: "beaching" it in Sarasota doesn't have to cost a bundle. In fact, our little slice of heaven is just bursting with all sorts of things to do and see that are either entirely free or won't break the bank. Take a...
Sarasota Summer Festivals
Summer is a time for celebration. Schools let out, beautiful, sunny weather arrives (though it's the norm here) and art, music and food fests abound. Sarasota's summer festivals are free or cheap and sure to remind you why it's everyone's favorite season. The...
Penguins, Manatees and Fish, Oh My
If you liked Finding Nemo or Happy Feet, you'll love the discoveries you'll make at Mote Aquarium. It delivers all the drama and color that captured your imagination in the movies, but here, it's real. Colorful reef fish, toothy sharks and sensational sea turtles...
A Horse of a Different Color
They change color, twine their tails together and look more like mythical beasts than fish. Wondrous creatures, seahorses have enchanted children of all ages for centuries. Mote's Seahorse Conservation Laboratory provides the rare opportunity to get up close and...
What to see, what to do
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Wolfmouth Charters offers custom fishing adventures, eco-touring in local wild life habitats,...
With daily kayak tours through the exotic mangrove tunnels, kiteboarding, windsurfing, stand-up...
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Enjoy a narrated Sightseeing Cruise combining Sarasota's abundant wildlife, a bit of history and...
One-hour narrated tour aboard the "world's largest airboat" to see 'gators in the wild. The land...
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Play adventure miniature golf in caves, a shipwreck and near rushing waterfalls. Fun for all ages....

