Turtle Beach is located on Midnight Pass Road near the south end of Siesta Key. It features a large picnic shelter and is very popular for family outings. In the center of the park is Blind Pass Lagoon which connects to Little Sarasota Bay.

Selby Gardens is a tropical urban oasis with something for everyone. A tropical, urban oasis featuring unparalleled horticulture displays and a Sarasota bay-front setting, Marie Selby Botanical Gardens is a living museum and world-class center for education, research and conservation.

Myakka River State Park consists of 37,000 acres (150 km2), making it one of the state's largest parks. It is also one of the oldest parks in the state.

Bayfront Park is a popular location to jog, enjoy the sunset, walk your leashed pet or have a picnic at the playground.

Sarasota, Florida, is a beautiful and vibrant city located on the Gulf Coast of Florida. Known for its stunning beaches, cultural attractions, and natural beauty, Sarasota is a popular destination for both tourists and residents. According to the 2020 U.S. census, Sarasota had a population of 54,842.