12 days in Sarasota Itinerary

Sarasota is a city in Sarasota County on the southwestern coast of the U.S. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Sarasota: Sanibel Island (J.N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge & Pond Apple Park), Tampa (Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, Fishing Charters & Tours, & more) and St. Petersburg (The Dali Museum, Mastry's Bait and Tackle, & more). Plan for a day of cool, family-friendly fun on the 23rd (Mon) at Legoland Florida Resort. There's lots more to do: admire the masterpieces at The Ringling, get up close and personal with brilliant marine life at Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium, don't miss a visit to St. Armands Circle, and find your balance on the water with some of the best stand-up paddleboarding in the area.

To find traveler tips and other tourist information, use the Sarasota sightseeing planner.

In December in Sarasota, expect temperatures between 78°F during the day and 59°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 27th (Fri) early enough to travel back home.