Fun things to do in Sarasota (US)

Visitors usually stay 1,5-2,5 hours here.

ABOUT SARASOTA JUNGLE GARDENS We are a family owned and operated attraction beloved by generations. We have big dreams and work hard to fulfill them for the good of our local community, national and international visitors and employees every day. We educate and delight children, and those young at heart, with the less hurried, non-manufactured, up close and personal interactions with nature. In fact, we are one of the oldest continuously operated attractions in Florida established in 1939.

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Marie Selby Botanical Gardens Downtown Sarasota campus is most popular around 1 PM on Saturdays. Visitors usually stay up to 2,5 hours here. It's most quiet on Mondays.

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens provides 45 acres of bayfront sanctuaries connecting people with air plants of the world, native nature, and our regional history. Established by forward thinking women of their time, Selby Gardens is composed of the 15-acre Downtown Sarasota campus and the 30-acre Historic Spanish Point campus in the Osprey area of Sarasota County, Florida.

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Open 7 a.m. – 11 p.m., daily. Pets are allowed outside the Steigerwaldt-Jockey Children’s Fountain area. Popular location to jog, enjoy the sunset, walk your leashed pet or have a picnic at the playground. There are also two bayfront restaurants. Please note: The Allen Play Area and the Steigerwaldt-Jockey Children’s Fountain at Bayfront Park are being replaced soon with an all new playground and splash pad combination. That construction project is expected to begin in February 2023.

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Dry Dock Waterfront Grill is most popular around 7 PM on Saturdays. Visitors usually stay 1-2 hours here. It's most quiet on Mondays.

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Owen's Fish Camp -Downtown SRQ is most popular around 6 PM on Saturdays. Visitors usually stay 1-2 hours here. It's most quiet on Mondays.

It wouldn't be called a fish camp if it weren't bringing in the Bay's local fish everyday. Not only do we have fresh seafood, but accompanying Southern Classics with a great Craft Beer and Wine selection. Our friendly staff strives to match the delicious food with exceptional service to assure your visit to Owen's Fish Camp is second to none. Located in the heart of Burns Court in Downtown Sarasota, Owen's Fish Camp is an ode to old Florida living.

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Arcade Monsters is most popular around 9 PM on Saturdays. It's most quiet on Wednesdays.

Arcade Monsters 3rd location located on St. Armands Circle in Sarasota Florida. Home to the greatest arcade game titles of all time, pinball, rhythm games, consoles, experiential games, and more. We serve authentic Cuban street food, all natural slushies, beer and wine, novelty candy and merchandise. This location features one of a kind artwork, photo ops, outdoor dining and an unmatched experience for all ages.

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