Feel the sunshine on your skin at Shell Beach. After you've topped up your tan, stick around and watch the sky turn kaleidoscopic as the sun starts to set.

This stretch of coastline in Siesta Key comes recommended by fellow travelers, so put it on your schedule. Don't think that's all there is to do here, though. There are plenty more places waiting for you to check out after Shell Beach. Siesta Key Beach, St. Armands Circle, and Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium are close by.

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New York (NYC) to Sarasota (SRQ)

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Boston (BOS) to Tampa (TPA)

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18.8/10 Exceptional! (481 reviews)

Excellent staff. Very clean, spacious, great location

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Tours & day trips

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HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour

Free cancellation available

Water activities

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Mangroves, Manatees, and a Hidden Beach: Kayak Tour

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Private & custom tours

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Private Luxury Boat Charter

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Adventure & outdoor

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Private Siesta Funship Adventure/Dolphin Cruise Sandbar Stops

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Classes & workshops

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Siesta Key Resin Coaster Workshop

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Popular places to visit

Lido Beach

4.5/5(1,225 reviews)

Visit a beach not far from an upscale shopping area. The warm waters are as inviting as the white sand.

St. Armands Circle

4.5/5(1,234 reviews)

Consider this area as a circular outdoor mall. Like any mall, you can shop, dine, browse or just people-watch. Unlike most malls, this one never closes to walkers.

Southwest Florida featuring general coastal views and a beach as well as a large group of people

Siesta Key Beach

4.5/5(1,425 reviews)

The soft, white sand on Siesta Key’s award-winning family-friendly beach is perfect for relaxing under a sun umbrella and taking part in a game of volleyball.

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens

4.5/5(169 reviews)

See a world-class collection of orchids and tropical bromeliads and walk through peaceful mangrove and palm gardens in this botanical park.

Causeway Park

The park is easily accessible on a bridge from downtown, and the span provides shade on hot days. Venture over to the park for great views by the water.