Sara & Jeff
Sara & Jeff
Things to Do
St. Armands Circle
Home to more than 140 boutiques, award-winning restaurants, posh art galleries, and more in an open-air European-inspired setting, St. Armands Circle is said to be the jewel of Sarasota.
Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium
See more than 100 marine species – most found in Florida waters – including sharks, manatees, sea turtles and fish of all shapes and sizes.
The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
Spend the afternoon exploring the 66 acre estate of John and Mable Ringling which also includes the Circus Museum, Ca' d'Zan, The Historic Asolo Theater, Bayfront Gardens and more.
Restaurants
We recommend eating at the Beach House in Bradenton Beach for a grouper sandwich and great sunset beach views! Go early to grab a prime spot. Dry Dock Waterfront Grill and The Sandbar are also great choices.
The Columbia Restaurant in St. Armand’s is a must stop for lunch or dinner. Family owned since 1905, it’s the oldest restaurant in Florida and serves up delicious Spanish and Cuban food.
The Beaches
If you want to spend time at the beach, we love the Anna Maria Island/Bradenton Beach/Longboat Key stretch. Lido Key and Siesta Key are also close and great beach options!