Susan's Guidebook
Adventure
Air boat tours, swamp buggy rides, horseback riding & private tours offered.
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Peace River Charters
4192 SW Adventure WayAir boat tours, swamp buggy rides, horseback riding & private tours offered.
Experienced captains take you out in the Gulf of Mexico to see the wildlife and know the winds & the sea.
Sail Venice
1968 Tarpon Center DrExperienced captains take you out in the Gulf of Mexico to see the wildlife and know the winds & the sea.
Florida West Scuba and Charters
465 N Tamiami TrailThis is a full service dive shop, dive boat & rental boat company.
With over 20 years of experience chartering in Sarasota Bay and the Gulf of Mexico, this company says they are the best at finding Grouper, Snapper, Amber Jack, Wahoo, Tuna, Tarpon, Snook, Redfish & Speckled Trout. Their crew cleans your catches so you just take them home!
Bad Habit Sport Fishing Charters
115 Morse CtWith over 20 years of experience chartering in Sarasota Bay and the Gulf of Mexico, this company says they are the best at finding Grouper, Snapper, Amber Jack, Wahoo, Tuna, Tarpon, Snook, Redfish & Speckled Trout. Their crew cleans your catches so you just take them home!
This is a fishing charter business based out of Venice, Florida that provides deep sea fishing trips 4,6,8, and 10 hr trips. They also charter sun set cruises, dolphin cruises and boat rentals.
Venice island fishing charters
1485 S Tamiami TrailThis is a fishing charter business based out of Venice, Florida that provides deep sea fishing trips 4,6,8, and 10 hr trips. They also charter sun set cruises, dolphin cruises and boat rentals.
A True Old Florida style restaurant that offers boat tours along the Mayakka River.
60 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Snook Haven
5000 E Venice AveA True Old Florida style restaurant that offers boat tours along the Mayakka River.
Aquariums
Always so informative and educational A great place for families. Manatees, sharks, sea turtles and otters are ready to meet you 365 days a year at Mote Aquarium, located just minutes from downtown Sarasota and Lido Beach. Visitors can explore touch pools, hands-on exhibits and windows into the science and conservation of Mote Marine Laboratory.
Open daily 9:30-5pm
532 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Laboratorio y Acuario Mote Marine
1600 Ken Thompson PkwyAlways so informative and educational A great place for families. Manatees, sharks, sea turtles and otters are ready to meet you 365 days a year at Mote Aquarium, located just minutes from downtown Sarasota and Lido Beach. Visitors can explore touch pools, hands-on exhibits and windows into the science and conservation of Mote Marine Laboratory.
Open daily 9:30-5pm
Beaches
Vast open beaches, shark tooth hunting and restaurants. Venice pier.
232 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Playa Venice
101 The Esplanade SVast open beaches, shark tooth hunting and restaurants. Venice pier.
Small, quiet, unspoiled, serene.
11 miles away.
151 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Parque Estatal de la Playa de Stump Pass
900 Gulf BlvdSmall, quiet, unspoiled, serene.
11 miles away.
Not too far, not too crowded
7.5 miles away.
88 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Playa de Manasota Key
8570 Manasota Key RdNot too far, not too crowded
7.5 miles away.
One of the many beautiful beaches nearby, you can bike from end to end, shopping and eating along the way. Pack a picnic to enjoy a sunset on the beach.
798 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Siesta Beach
One of the many beautiful beaches nearby, you can bike from end to end, shopping and eating along the way. Pack a picnic to enjoy a sunset on the beach.
Playa North Jetty
1000 S Casey Key RdA great place to spot dolphins!
Caspersen Beach
Harbor DrBest place to find sharks teeth!
Biking or Hiking trails
Bike or walk this trail by the canal See the historic train depot, connects with the Legacy trail to Sarasota.
8 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Waterway Park
200 N Tamiami TrailBike or walk this trail by the canal See the historic train depot, connects with the Legacy trail to Sarasota.
This 12 mile bike trail from Venice to South Sarasota run right through Oscar Scherer State Park.
61 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Legacy Trail
Central Sarasota ParkwayThis 12 mile bike trail from Venice to South Sarasota run right through Oscar Scherer State Park.
Distilleries & Breweries
Local family owned & run, rum distillery offers tastings & tours
wickeddolphin.com
75 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Wicked Dolphin Rum Distillery - Cape Spirits Inc.
131 SW 3rd PlLocal family owned & run, rum distillery offers tastings & tours
wickeddolphin.com
Gastro pub & brewery that offers live entertainment. This place has won many awards for their beers.
Sunday12–9PMMonday12–10PMTuesday12–10PMWednesday12–10PMThursday12–10PMFriday12PM–1AMSaturday12PM–1AM
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Off The Wagon Brewery & Kitchen
2107 S Tamiami TrailGastro pub & brewery that offers live entertainment. This place has won many awards for their beers.
Sunday12–9PMMonday12–10PMTuesday12–10PMWednesday12–10PMThursday12–10PMFriday12PM–1AMSaturday12PM–1AM
Alligator Bay Distillers is a family owned & operated small batch craft distillery located in beautiful Punta Gorda, Florida.
Open 11-5. closed Sunday. Free tours.
10 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Alligator Bay Distillers
25522 Marion AveAlligator Bay Distillers is a family owned & operated small batch craft distillery located in beautiful Punta Gorda, Florida.
Open 11-5. closed Sunday. Free tours.
Farmers Markets
A great way to enjoy downtown Venice! Saturdays 8-1.
22 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The Venice Farmer's Market
401 W Venice AveA great way to enjoy downtown Venice! Saturdays 8-1.
Every Sunday, year-round, 9 am–1pm, the best local food and artisans in our region gather at the History Park Farmers Market, located in the heart of historic Punta Gorda, Florida. It's the event of the week, where you can shop for local fresh Florida produce directly from local farmers, find wild caught Florida seafood from local fisherman, select from gourmet bakers including gluten free, taste and sample from our food vendors, discover the amazing selection of flowers and plants, and of course, enjoy the artisan products, music, and ambiance of a historic setting and farmer’s market experience. It's a great destination to meet your friends and neighbors, shop, and enjoy our fantastic Florida weather!
Visithistoryparkmarket.com to check out our vendor directory for descriptions of their products!
14 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Punta Gorda Farmer's Market
318 Tamiami TrailEvery Sunday, year-round, 9 am–1pm, the best local food and artisans in our region gather at the History Park Farmers Market, located in the heart of historic Punta Gorda, Florida. It's the event of the week, where you can shop for local fresh Florida produce directly from local farmers, find wild caught Florida seafood from local fisherman, select from gourmet bakers including gluten free, taste and sample from our food vendors, discover the amazing selection of flowers and plants, and of course, enjoy the artisan products, music, and ambiance of a historic setting and farmer’s market experience. It's a great destination to meet your friends and neighbors, shop, and enjoy our fantastic Florida weather!
Visithistoryparkmarket.com to check out our vendor directory for descriptions of their products!
Sarasota Farmers' Market has been a downtown tradition since 1979, and attendees cross county lines to take part in it.
From 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. all year long, about 85 vendors gather along Lemon Avenue, between First Street and South Pineapple Avenue. They sell homemade pastas, apparel, jewelry, herbs and produce from local farms, as shoppers fill their canvas totes and wheelbarrows with fresh ingredients for weekend meals.
136 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Sarasota Farmers Market
North Lemon AvenueSarasota Farmers' Market has been a downtown tradition since 1979, and attendees cross county lines to take part in it.
From 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. all year long, about 85 vendors gather along Lemon Avenue, between First Street and South Pineapple Avenue. They sell homemade pastas, apparel, jewelry, herbs and produce from local farms, as shoppers fill their canvas totes and wheelbarrows with fresh ingredients for weekend meals.
On the sandier side is the Siesta Key Farmers' Market, which is held in Siesta Village Plaza just steps from the shoreline of the award-winning Siesta Beach. Thirty-plus vendors display tropical artwork, body products, specialty cheeses and bright bouquets from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays, year-round.
12 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Siesta Key Farmers Market
5211 Ocean BlvdOn the sandier side is the Siesta Key Farmers' Market, which is held in Siesta Village Plaza just steps from the shoreline of the award-winning Siesta Beach. Thirty-plus vendors display tropical artwork, body products, specialty cheeses and bright bouquets from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays, year-round.
Besides finding fresh produce, they have an assortment of meats & fresh seafood. pick up an ice cream cone on your way out. And don'tforget the home decor shop right next door.
23 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Detwiler's Farm Market
1800 US-301Besides finding fresh produce, they have an assortment of meats & fresh seafood. pick up an ice cream cone on your way out. And don'tforget the home decor shop right next door.
Dine in for Breakfast Lunch or Dinner- or just buy a pre-made meal in the deli market. Fresh whole foods available in the produce market. Theres a gift shop as well.
Restaurant Hours
(Dine In and Carry Out)
Breakfast: Mon - Sat: 7AM - 10:30AM
Lunch & Dinner: Mon - Sat: 11AM to 8PM
941-955-7771
Gift Shop Hours
Tue - Sat | 11AM - 5PM
941-366-3208
Deli & Produce Markets
Mon - Sat | 8AM to 8PM
Deli: 941-556-7684
Produce: 941-308-4448
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Yoder's Restaurant & Amish Village
3434 Bahia Vista StDine in for Breakfast Lunch or Dinner- or just buy a pre-made meal in the deli market. Fresh whole foods available in the produce market. Theres a gift shop as well.
Restaurant Hours
(Dine In and Carry Out)
Breakfast: Mon - Sat: 7AM - 10:30AM
Lunch & Dinner: Mon - Sat: 11AM to 8PM
941-955-7771
Gift Shop Hours
Tue - Sat | 11AM - 5PM
941-366-3208
Deli & Produce Markets
Mon - Sat | 8AM to 8PM
Deli: 941-556-7684
Produce: 941-308-4448
Owned and operated by the same family since 1981, the Red Barn in Bradenton, FL, combines a traditional flea market, plaza shops, food courts and open-air farmers markets in a 145,000 sq.ft area. Enjoy 80,000 sq. ft. of air-conditioned indoor shopping, fresh produce, entertainment and a variety of prepared foods. Embark on a treasure hunt through more than 600 flea market booths and shops. You’ll always find something new at the Red Barn!
1707 First Street East Bradenton, FL 34208
941-747-3794
46 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Red Barn Flea Market
1707 1st StOwned and operated by the same family since 1981, the Red Barn in Bradenton, FL, combines a traditional flea market, plaza shops, food courts and open-air farmers markets in a 145,000 sq.ft area. Enjoy 80,000 sq. ft. of air-conditioned indoor shopping, fresh produce, entertainment and a variety of prepared foods. Embark on a treasure hunt through more than 600 flea market booths and shops. You’ll always find something new at the Red Barn!
1707 First Street East Bradenton, FL 34208
941-747-3794
Shop in person, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, or online.
7 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Jessica's Organic Farmstand
4180 47th StShop in person, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, or online.
Golf
Designed by Roy Albert Anderson this course caters to both beginners who want standard play and advanced golfers looking for a challenging course. The driving range is right next to the course.
7 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Venice East Golf Course
107 Venice E BlvdDesigned by Roy Albert Anderson this course caters to both beginners who want standard play and advanced golfers looking for a challenging course. The driving range is right next to the course.
Designed by Ted McAnlis, this course dates back to 1989.
Booking: Online booking or get in touch with the office through 941-484-6621
www.golfinvenice.com/golf/waterford/course.
Hours: 7:00AM to 6:00PM.
Waterford Golf Club
1454 Gleneagles DrDesigned by Ted McAnlis, this course dates back to 1989.
Booking: Online booking or get in touch with the office through 941-484-6621
www.golfinvenice.com/golf/waterford/course.
Hours: 7:00AM to 6:00PM.
This is an award-winning 27 holes course with three unique 18-holes courses.
The course was crafted by Ted McAnlis and dates back to 1995.
There is a practice bunker to help you raise your level of bunker shots and if you want to practice, there is a turfgrass station for hitting, putting green, and pitching/chipping green.
www.pelicanpointeclub.com
Hours: 7:00AM to 6:00PM
9 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Pelican Pointe Golf and Country Club
499 Derbyshire DrThis is an award-winning 27 holes course with three unique 18-holes courses.
The course was crafted by Ted McAnlis and dates back to 1995.
There is a practice bunker to help you raise your level of bunker shots and if you want to practice, there is a turfgrass station for hitting, putting green, and pitching/chipping green.
www.pelicanpointeclub.com
Hours: 7:00AM to 6:00PM
Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf courses feature 18 holes of adventure style golf in which you will navigate through caves, pirate ships, waterfalls and live alligators! Smugglers Cove has an Educational American Alligator Exhibit which are home to 25 American Alligators. At Smugglers Cove you can feed our alligators using cane fishing poles for a unique and fun experience. Second location at 2000 Cortez Rd. W., Bradenton, 941-756-0043.
35 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf
3815 N Tamiami TrailSmugglers Cove Adventure Golf courses feature 18 holes of adventure style golf in which you will navigate through caves, pirate ships, waterfalls and live alligators! Smugglers Cove has an Educational American Alligator Exhibit which are home to 25 American Alligators. At Smugglers Cove you can feed our alligators using cane fishing poles for a unique and fun experience. Second location at 2000 Cortez Rd. W., Bradenton, 941-756-0043.
941-377-9300
Address
4725 Bee Ridge Road,
Sarasota, FL 34233
Get Directions »
Hours
Sunday – Thursday 8 AM - 10 PM
Friday - Saturday 8 AM – 11 PM
Last round 1 hour before closing.
Evie’s Miniature Golf
Evie’s Miniature Golf beautifully landscaped par 40 course is not only fun but challenging for all ages and abilities.
18 hole waterfall adventure
Par 40 makes it fun for all ages
Beautifully landscaped
Handicap accessible
16 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Evie's Family Golf Center
4735 Bee Ridge Rd941-377-9300
Address
4725 Bee Ridge Road,
Sarasota, FL 34233
Get Directions »
Hours
Sunday – Thursday 8 AM - 10 PM
Friday - Saturday 8 AM – 11 PM
Last round 1 hour before closing.
Evie’s Miniature Golf
Evie’s Miniature Golf beautifully landscaped par 40 course is not only fun but challenging for all ages and abilities.
18 hole waterfall adventure
Par 40 makes it fun for all ages
Beautifully landscaped
Handicap accessible