Welcome to Sarasota, FL
Sarasota - Lido Beach - Siesta Key - Longboat Key

While known for our world famous soft, white sandy beaches and turquoise water, Sarasota also offers an assortment of restaurants, nightlife, shops, art galleries, parks and other area attractions. On this site you will find information on Sarasota area beaches, hotels, attractions, restaurants and more.

About the Sarasota Area:
Sarasota is located in Sarasota County, on the central west coast of Florida. Its also includes several barrier islands between the bay and the Gulf of Mexico. These islands (known as keys) are world known for the quality of their beaches. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Sarasota County had a estimated population of  396,962 in 2014. More area demographics and other information below.

Area Beaches:

Ringling Causeway
Lido Casino Beach
North Lido Beach
South Lido Beach
Siesta Key Public Beach
Longboat Key Access
Turtle Beach
Whitney Beach
Coquina Beach South
Coquina Beach North
Palma Sola South
Palma Sola North
Manatee Public Beach South
Manatee Public Beach North

North Jetty Park Beach
Venice Public Beach
Bay Front Park South
Bay Front Park North
Service Club Park
Venice Fishing Pier
Brohard Beach
Caspersen Public Beach
Manasota Beach
Fort Desoto North Beach
Bahia Beach
Blind Pass Beach
Pass-A-Grille Beach
Simmons Park
Englewood North

Area • 
City 25.93 sq mi (67.2 km2) 
• Land 14.89 
sq mi (38.6 km2) 
• Water 11.04 
sq mi (28.6 km2)  42.58%
Elevation: 
16 ft (7 m)

ZIP code: 
34230 - 34243
Area code: 
941