Things to Do On Siesta Key
The Beach!
The Farmers Market
The Beach!
The quartz white sand of Siesta Beach has remarkable quality - it never gets hot to the touch, no matter the temperature.
The Bay!
The Farmers Market
The Beach!
Of course everyone comes to Siesta Key for the beach. But not to missed is the Bay (and intercoastal) where dolphin, birds of all kinds, and even manatee can be seen.
The Farmers Market
The Farmers Market
The Farmers Market
Every Sunday morning in Siesta Village.
Things to Do On Siesta Key
Get Out on the Water
Visit the #1 Beach in America
Get Out on the Water
Gulf or Bayside, the opportunities to get on the water are nearly limitless
Rent a Boat
Visit the #1 Beach in America
Get Out on the Water
Siesta Key is blessed with 3 different marinas to rent a boat from. This includes, Siesta Marina, CB's Salt Outfitters and Bayfront Marina.
Visit the #1 Beach in America
Visit the #1 Beach in America
Visit the #1 Beach in America
Siesta Public Beach is a wide open area of quartz white sand. Amenities include chair rentals, beach retail shops, food and drink.
Things to Do On Siesta Key
Catch the Sunset
Enjoy the Nightlife
Enjoy the Nightlife
Tradition on Siesta Key is to catch the breathtaking sunsets over the Gulf of Mexico. Bring a beach chair and a cocktail to enjoy.
Enjoy the Nightlife
Enjoy the Nightlife
Enjoy the Nightlife
Whether in Siesta Village, in the Southside Area or near Turtle Beach, there are plenty of places to dine, drink and dance and enjoy live music
Go Fishing
Enjoy the Nightlife
Go Fishing
Off a pier, on a boat or from the beach, the fishing opportunities abound. CB's Salt Outfitters is an excellent place to buy bait and any gear you need. Fishing charters go from CB's as well as the other 2 marinas on the Island.
Things to Do On Siesta Key
Take a Kayak Tour
Stock up on Groceries
Stock up on Groceries
Arrange a Kayak tour from one of a few operators on the island. You can arrange everything, including location, time and choice of Kayak. The many estuaries in the Bay/Intercoastal provide endless amazement at the natural beauty of this region.
Stock up on Groceries
Stock up on Groceries
Stock up on Groceries
There are two main grocery markets on Siesta Key - one in Siesta Village and the other in the South Bridge area. While small, they each have it all.
Ride a Scooter
Stock up on Groceries
Ride a Scooter
Scooters are available for rent from locations in Siesta Village and Southside. Riding up and down the central thoroughfare of Siesta Key is a great way to learn the island. Take a left or right into the neighborhoods and see a Siesta Key you didn't know existed.
Things to Do On Siesta Key
Spot a Dolphin
Bike Ride Beach and Road
Watch the Birds
Sighting a dolphin is quite common on Siesta Key. Year round, they can be seen both Bay and Gulf side. Manatee are also in the area. They can be seen in the Bay nearly year round and quite common in the Gulf during Summer months. Manatee, while large mammals, are tougher to spot. They stay underwater longer and are less active than dolphi
Sighting a dolphin is quite common on Siesta Key. Year round, they can be seen both Bay and Gulf side. Manatee are also in the area. They can be seen in the Bay nearly year round and quite common in the Gulf during Summer months. Manatee, while large mammals, are tougher to spot. They stay underwater longer and are less active than dolphins. But they are here, if you are lucky and know what to look for.
Watch the Birds
Bike Ride Beach and Road
Watch the Birds
They are everywhere on Siesta Key. Magnificent variety of birds make this island their home. Some, like the stunning white pelicans, are migratory and are only seen twice a year. The, like the majestic osprey, are here with us year round. The Gulf side has its share of special fowl, including the protected snowy plover. It is the Bay side
They are everywhere on Siesta Key. Magnificent variety of birds make this island their home. Some, like the stunning white pelicans, are migratory and are only seen twice a year. The, like the majestic osprey, are here with us year round. The Gulf side has its share of special fowl, including the protected snowy plover. It is the Bay side that has the most interesting and varied species of birds. Both sides are worth checking out.