If you can't wait to get to the beach, you might enjoy a trip to Crescent Beach located 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from central Siesta Key. Enjoy the sunset by the shore at Siesta Key Beach, Lido Beach, and Turtle Beach.
You can do some window-shopping at Sarasota Square during your visit to Sarasota. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.