🏖️ Siesta Key (Sarasota)

Siesta Beach has been ranked the #1 beach in the U.S. and #4 in the world in 2025 by Tripadvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Awards. Its nearly 100% quartz-crystal sand is cool to the touch, even under the Gulf Coast sun, and is often described as “the finest white-sand beach in the world.”

Amenities:

• Lifeguards:
  • On duty seven days a week.
• Facilities:
  • Restrooms, outdoor showers, and two concession stands.
• Recreation:
  • Volleyball courts and a new playground.
• Accessibility:
  • Beach wheelchairs and access mats available.
• Transportation:
  • Free Siesta Key Breeze Trolley connects the beach to Siesta Key Village.​

🌊 Other Beaches on Siesta Key

• Crescent Beach:
  • A quieter spot known for its tranquility and the nearby Point of Rocks, ideal for snorkeling.
• Turtle Beach:
  • Offers a more rugged experience with picnic areas, a playground, a boat launch, and opportunities for shell collecting. ​

🚣 Outdoor Activities

• Water Sports:
  • Parasailing, kayaking, paddleboarding, and snorkeling are popular.
• Eco-Tours:
  • Explore the Jim Neville Marine Preserve to encounter local wildlife.
• Fishing & Boating:
  • Rentals and charters are available for various water activities.

🛍️ Siesta Key Village

This charming area is filled with boutiques, cafes, and bars. Highlights include the Siesta Key Oyster Bar and the Siesta Key Farmers Market, held every Sunday. ​

🌅 Unique Experiences

• Drum Circle:
  • Join the community drum circle every Sunday evening at Siesta Beach.
• Sunset Cruises:
  • Enjoy breathtaking sunsets from the water.
• Sand Sculpting Festival:
  • Attend the annual Siesta Key Crystal Classic to see international sand artists at work.