Sarasota

Welcome to Sarasota

Sarasota is the definition of vibrant beach-front living and is consistently a top-rated place to the retire in the US. Home to the #1 beach in the US at Siesta Key, plus numerous other tropical, white-sand beaches like Longboat Key and Lido Key, Sarasota is truly a Floridian paradise. Nearly 480,000 people call Sarasota home, with renowned restaurants, boutique shopping, award-winning restaurants, water sports and boating, golf and country clubs, and a variety of communities to choose from. Plus, our international airport and I-75 will keep you well connected.

Around Sarasota, FL

There's plenty to do around Sarasota, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

97

Walker's Paradise

Walking Score

71

Very Bikeable

Bike Score

47

Some Transit

Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including For Love of the Cookie, Cinde Carroll, and Aqua-Tots Swim School.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the For Love of the Cookie page on Yelp	Dining	0.78 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Cinde Carroll page on Yelp Search 2886 Ringling Blvd on Google Maps	Active	1.92 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Aqua-Tots Swim School page on Yelp Search 3750 S Tuttle Ave on Google Maps	Active	3.14 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Sarasota Saltwater Adventures page on Yelp Search 1780 Phillippi Shores Dr on Google Maps	Active	4.5 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the The Bay Park Conservancy page on Yelp Search 655 N Tamiami Trl on Google Maps	Active	0.34 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Viage Group page on Yelp Search 7981 N Tamiami Trl on Google Maps	Active	4.3 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Skin Care SRQ page on Yelp Search 2914 Bee Ridge Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	3.38 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Arumdaum Aesthetics page on Yelp Search 1716 4th St on Google Maps	Beauty	0.49 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Kristy's Massage Studio page on Yelp Search 3932 Swift Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	3.32 miles	10 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Jenny's Skin Care page on Yelp Search 777 S Palm Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	0.71 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Ricc's Barber Styling page on Yelp Search 4237 Bee Ridge Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	4.62 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the She & I Hair Design page on Yelp Search 4910 Fruitville Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	4.53 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Viziato By, Jana Marie's Esthetics page on Yelp Search 47 S Palm Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	0.24 miles	12 reviews	5/5 stars

Schools in Sarasota, FL

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The following schools are within or nearby Sarasota. School ratings are based on a third-party utilized by the US Census Bureau and do not reflect the grade rating received by the Florida Department of Education. The US Census Bureau data source also does not display all schools in the area and may be missing some public, charter, and private schools in the below list. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

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Name

Neighborhoods

The Founders Club
Country Club East
Lakewood Ranch Country Club
Waterside
The Concession
The Lake Club
Bradenton
Sarasota
Lakewood Ranch

Explore The Founders Club

Exclusive gated enclave with golf, dining, and wellness set on 762 scenic acres near Sarasota and I-75.
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Explore Country Club East

Gated living with resort pools, trails, and optional access to elite golf, fitness, and dining amenities.
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Explore Lakewood Ranch Country Club

Gated golf community with diverse homes, lush amenities, and access to premier club facilities.
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Explore Waterside

Vibrant lakeside living with shopping, dining, and events in a community of 10 unique neighborhoods.
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Explore The Concession

Prestigious golf-side living with custom homes and access to one of Florida’s top-ranked courses.
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Explore The Lake Club

Luxury living with Tuscan charm, resort amenities, and lakeside serenity in a prestigious community.
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Explore Bradenton

Arts, islands, and waterfront charm—Bradenton offers a laid-back lifestyle on Florida’s Gulf Coast.
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Explore Sarasota

Sun, sand, and style—Sarasota offers top-rated beaches, vibrant living, and unmatched coastal charm.
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Explore Lakewood Ranch

Live, play, and thrive in Lakewood Ranch—the nation’s top multigenerational community since 2018.
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