Siesta Key Vacation Rentals

Areas near Siesta Key:

• Fort Myers Beach (263)
• Anna Maria Island (251)
• Sanibel Island (235)
• Cape Coral (232)
• Sarasota (181)
• Fort Myers (181)
• North Captiva Island (100)
• Cape Haze (76)
• Longboat Key (70)
• Englewood (37)
• Captiva Island (23)
• Venice (23)
• Rotonda West (22)
• Port Charlotte (16)
• Matlacha (5)
• Punta Gorda (5)
• Casey Key (4)
• Palmetto (4)
• Nokomis (3)
• Placida (2)

Explore Siesta Key

The beaches of Siesta Key, near Sarasota, FL, are clean, pristine, and perfect for swimming. In fact, in 2004, Siesta Key Beach was voted the best sand beach in America. The beach overlooks the Gulf of Mexico and is particularly safe, since it has a shallow edge and frequent lifeguard protection. This aspect of the shoreline might have a special appeal to the parents of young children, but people of any age can appreciate the natural beauty of the beach and its relative seclusion, since it doesn't usually become terribly crowded even during the height of the summer. Restaurants here are exceptional, especially seafood restaurants, and schedules for shows and evening entertainment are always changing, so there's something new to see and do every night.

Here are a few additional suggestions of things to do in Siesta Key:

-The Siesta Key Beach: Five miles south of downtown Sarasota, you can find the best public-access beach in the area with wide swaths of soft white sand.

-Art galleries and studios: Members of Sarasota's visual arts community display their work in the galleries of the Towles Court Arts District on Adams Lane. After immersing yourself in art for the afternoon, take part in an independent film screening at the Burns Court Cinema.

-Shows: The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall offers an extraordinary showcase of talent and culture.

-The Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium: This aquarium features a shark habitat, touch pools, sea turtles, and even Hugh and Buffett, two beloved resident manatees in their own enclosure.

-Take a kayak adventure: Take a kayaking trip or eco tour around the coastline to see wildlife and rare plants in their natural habitats.

-Siesta Village: The engine of nightlife in Siesta Key is Siesta Village, a source of tropical wine tastings, live reggae music, open air pubs, and a relaxed vibe.

Sarasota is known for its laid back culture and artistic atmosphere. Whether you're planning a short stay or looking for a welcoming, warm, and endlessly inspiring place to spend the summer, you may want to consider Siesta Key and the Sarasota area. With easy access to downtown and vibrant oceanfront communities to the north and south, you may find yourself experiencing a unique surge of energy and creativity here. Almost any time of year, it's easy to find a vacation rental, such as a beachfront villa or condo, in Siesta Key.  See more...

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