Escape to Our Sarasota Beaches...and Escape Your Everyday Life!Sarasota Beaches are among the most beautiful in all of Florida and the United States. That's not just my opinion. Our Siesta Key Beach has been rated #1 in a national poll of the Top 10 beaches of the USA. Mmmm, what more could you ask for, except, perhaps, someone to rub some more lotion on your back or bring you a cold, refreshing drink or snack? Make sure you pack your big fluffy beach towel or blanket, a cooler and a picnic basket! With six keys, or barrier islands, a Sarasota,
Florida beach vacation will present you with so many options for beaches to choose from that you'll be kept busy deciding which of the Sarasota beaches to hit. All the beaches are perfect for exploring, beach combing and sea shell collecting or just lying out on. And there are some beaches that are great for shark tooth collecting. Included below are my reviews of our Sun Coast area's miles of Gulf of Mexico beaches. You'll read about #1 nationally rated Siesta Key Beach, Lido Beach and another nearby Sarasota, Florida beach: Nokomis Beach, which is my favorite beach for long walks, as well as many more reviews.
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Sarasota area beaches are nationally recognized and have been awarded the “Blue Wave” Certification for their cleanliness and environmental conservation; Siesta Key Beach on Siesta Key, Turtle Beach on Siesta Key, Lido Beach on Lido Key and on Venice Island, Venice Beach and Caspersen Beach.The beaches were judged on water quality, beach conditions, habitat conservation, public information and education and erosion management. All five of these beaches were also certified by Florida International University in their National Healthy Beaches Campaign. 
The 10 chairs feature large orange floaters on the sides and tip into a reclining position once in the water. They also have large wheels designed to power through the sand. The Mobi-Chairs, which cost Sarasota County about $2,400 each, are free to use and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Sarasota BeachesSiesta Key Beach / Siesta Key
Siesta Key Beach is the beach to come to for its fine white powdery sand. With lots to see and do you have your choice whether to participate or to do perfectly nothing at all. You can people-watch, sun bathe and take long walks along the shore. With lots of amenities and conveniences nearby you'll easily see why Siesta Key Beach is a favorite among locals and travelers and why it's the number one rated beach in the entire U.S.A.
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Crescent Beach / Siesta Key
Want to stay at one of the best Sarasota Beaches, with the sand just steps from your door? Check out Crescent Beach on Siesta Key. Lined with condos and hotels, this beach is a popular vacation spot for anyone who wants to feel as though they live right at the beach. Great sunset views, too.
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Turtle Beach / Siesta Key
Turtle Beach, on the south end of Siesta Key is the less crowded of the Siesta Key, Sarasota Beaches, especially during “low season.” Walk north or south along the shore or just lay back on this family friendly beach. There are nearby picnic shelters and playground areas, boat launches at Turtle Beach Lagoon and a beautiful, wide expanse of sandy beach.
Here's more about Turtle Beach on Siesta Key.
Lido Beach / Lido Key
Another one of our gorgeous Sarasota Beaches, “officially,” there are three beaches on Lido Key and it’s a difficult choice as to which beach to spend most of your day at. Each beach is special in its own way and there's a beautiful park also. Why not spend some time at each? Want to see?
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Caspersen Beach / Venice Island
Caspersen Beach is in a secluded area and its natural, unspoiled beauty has been left largely untouched. There are no distractions on this, the longest beach in Sarasota County, except for the occasional Pelican or frolicking Dolphin. This is a great place to lay back, watch the clouds go by and enjoy a warm breeze while taking in the turquoise clear water.
Here's more about the beautiful Caspersen Beach!
Venice Beach / Venice Island
At Venice Beach you can become a great hunter of shark's teeth, as this is the best place in the world to find them. Or, you can simply luxuriate on the beach, soaking up the sun on your chaise lounge, swim in the clear, warm Gulf of Mexico waters or walk the long stretch of beach. Another of our Sarasota Beaches, Venice Beach offers the serious sun-worshiper all he or she could ask for in a beach.
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Nokomis Beach / Casey Key
At Nokomis Beach you can take a short walk to the south or a long walk to the north, sunbathe, picnic, or just enjoy a beautiful day on this family-friendly beach, enjoying nature at its finest. If you’re one who enjoys sea shell hunting and collecting, Nokomis Beach is a great place to find them.
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 Manasota Beach / Manasota Key
Manasota Beach is an old Florida style beach tucked in along the Gulf of Mexico just south of Venice. In far south Sarasota County on north Manasota Key, this beach is not hard to get to. With a long, wide strand of sand, you can stretch out and be at peace and communing with nature on this fabulously picturesque sea shore, where you can find your fun in the sun.
Here's more about Manasota Beach in southern Sarasota County.
Blind Pass Beach / Manasota Key
Another of our Sarasota Beaches is at the far south end of Sarasota County: Blind Pass Beach. Far and away from the busy Sarasota area (a whole 15 - 20 miles on average), this off the beaten path beach is great for alone time or family time. The long and wide strand of sand provides plenty of places for you to stake out your own little personal place on the Gulf shore.
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Whitney Beach / Longboat Key
At the northwestern-most tip of Longboat Key you'll find the somewhat secluded Whitney Beach. With a white sandy beach and beautiful Gulf of Mexico blue and turquoise waters, Whitney Beach is ready for your discovery. There are no amenities here, like other Sarasota beaches, but it is well worth experiencing for it's clean waters, natural beauty and out of the way location. This is a one of a kind beach.
Here's more about the sparkling Whitney Beach.
Coquina Beach / Anna Maria Island
Coquina beach is full of tall, shady pine trees lining the shore of this, one of Florida's most beautiful old style beaches. There are of amenities to make for a comfortable beach side day under the sparkling Florida sunshine. Find a picnic table, set yourself up for your day and just kick back and relax on the beach or in the shade of the trees.
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Cortez Beach / Anna Maria Island
Close enough to Sarasota Beaches to take a scenic drive, Cortez Beach on Anna Maria Island Florida, just north of Coquina Beach, is another old style Florida beach worth experiencing. This beach is on the "main drag" of the south part of AMI, Gulf Drive South. Pull over and into roadside parking, walk down to the beach, spread out your beach blanket and enjoy!
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Now it's your turn...What's Your Favorite Sarasota Beach?
Our Sarasota beaches are like sparkling gems, shimmering in the sunlight, along the Gulf of Mexico. Each has it's own unique charm and special feel. Your Favorite Sarasota BeachClick on the links below to read about the favorite Sarasota Beaches of others.
Your Favorite Sarasota Beaches
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