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Explore Sarasota Like a Local
Ca' d’Zan is one of Explore Sarasota Like a Local.

1. Ca' d’Zan

8.8
5401 Bay Shore Rd, Sarasota, FL
Museum · 13 tips and reviews

Hotel I.Hotel Indigo: Sarasota is inextricably entwined with the circus and the legacy of John and Mable Ringling is still shared with the city and its visitors today. You’ll love visiting Ca’ d’Zan.

Circus Museum is one of Explore Sarasota Like a Local.

2. Circus Museum

8.5
5401 Bay Shore Rd, Sarasota, FL
Museum · 7 tips and reviews

Hotel I.Hotel Indigo: You’ll love visiting the Venetian Gothic mansion, the Circus Museum with its eye-popping exhibits or the venerable Museum of Art,

Asolo Repertory Theatre is one of Explore Sarasota Like a Local.

3. Asolo Repertory Theatre

9.1
5555 N Tamiami Trl (at University Pkwy), Sarasota, FL
Performing Arts Venue · 14 tips and reviews

Hotel I.Hotel Indigo: The most unexpected part of the Ca' d'Zen complex is the Historic Asolo Theatre, an 18th-century playhouse created in Asolo, Italy in 1798.

Sarasota Farmers Market is one of Explore Sarasota Like a Local.

4. Sarasota Farmers Market

9.2
Main & Lemon, Sarasota, FL
Farmers Market · Main Street Merchants · 24 tips and reviews

Hotel I.Hotel Indigo: Lemon and Main streets anchor the weekly Downtown Farmers' Market, and there's no better venue for watching people—and their dogs—from all corners of the city.

Derek's Culinary Casual is one of Explore Sarasota Like a Local.

5. Derek's Culinary Casual

514 Central Ave, Sarasota, FL
American Restaurant · Rosemary District · 7 tips and reviews

Hotel I.Hotel Indigo: The chef is winning kudos for progressive American cuisine and a wine list that is both extensive and global. It’s no wonder Derek Barnes was a semi-finalist for the prestigious James Beard Awards.

Ceviche Tapas Bar and Restaurant is one of Explore Sarasota Like a Local.

6. Ceviche Tapas Bar and Restaurant

1216 1st St (btw Tamiami & Coconut), Sarasota, FL
Tapas Restaurant · Downtown Sarasota · 30 tips and reviews

Hotel I.Hotel Indigo: Head up four flights to their Luna Loca rooftop bar for the incredible water views and unparalleled local sunsets while you savor a glass of wine from the extensive list.

Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall is one of Explore Sarasota Like a Local.

7. Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall

8.6
777 N Tamiami Trl (btw 6th & 10th), Sarasota, FL
Performing Arts Venue · 22 tips and reviews

Hotel I.Hotel Indigo: From lyrical Broadway musicals to showstopping orchestral concerts, this cultural landmark offers a state-of-the-art facility that showcases the finest performing artists.