Best 156 things to do in Sarasota, FL

Experience marine life up close on a comfortable pontoon cruise for all ages.

Cruise Sarasota Bay to Big Pass for Gulf sunset views

Paddle Jim Neville Marine Preserve to water-only Midnight Pass Beach

Launch from Turtle Beach and paddle to Midnight Pass

Paddle the mangrove tunnels of Ted Sperling Park with a local guide

Paddle Lido Key mangrove tunnels with a private guide

Paddle Lido Key’s mangrove tunnels from Ted Sperling Park

Paddle Midnight Pass on a private Siesta Key kayak or paddleboard tour

Learn to surf in Sarasota with a coach-led lesson

Watch playful dolphins and a vibrant Gulf sunset while enjoying complimentary beer and wine.

Enjoy a morning cruise with complimentary drinks while spotting dolphins in Siesta Key.

Soar above Siesta Key and spot dolphins on a safe, family-friendly 2.5-hour parasailing cruise

Spot playful dolphins and relax at a scenic sandbar while enjoying complimentary drinks

Ride new Yamaha jet skis across Florida's largest riding area at your own pace

Cruise Sarasota’s Gulf waters on a spacious pontoon with flexible 4- or 8-hour options.

Customize your day exploring sandbars, islands, and marine life on a private catamaran.

Explore pristine sandbars, collect shells, and relax on a fun 3-hour boat excursion

Cruise Sarasota Bay at sunset and look for dolphins

Cruise Anna Maria Island waterways and look for dolphins with drinks included

Cruise Sarasota Bay at sunset and look for dolphins

Cruise the bay with gourmet donuts and wildlife spotting

Cruise Sarasota Bay for dolphin sightings with donuts and coffee

Cruise the Intracoastal Waterway with dolphin and manatee spotting

Charter a private boat for your group from Anna Maria Island