Title: Things to Do in Longboat Key in 2026 | Expedia.com [Longboat Key Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Longboat-Key.dx8409)[Hotels in Longboat Key](https://expedia.com/Longboat-Key-Hotels.d8409.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Longboat Key](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Longboat-Key.d8409.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Longboat Key](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Longboat-Key.d8409.Car-Rental-Guide)[Longboat Key Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Longboat-Key.d8409.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Longboat Key ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Longboat Key Types of activities Where to stay [Longboat Key Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Longboat-Key.dx8409) ![1_140312352](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8409/5148e343-e0bb-499a-bdf6-afb169532e5b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![1_140312352](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8409/5148e343-e0bb-499a-bdf6-afb169532e5b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Jewfish Key is a private island that we kayaked around. We saw a couple dolphins playing nearby too, but the main attraction to the public is large sandbar nearby. We rented our kayaks from a place called Kayak Jack's. They were great! You pick a drop-off location and specify a time and your kayaks will be awaiting you, ready for launch! http://www.kayak-jacks.com “You choose the location, We bring the Fun!” ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8409/f871c26b-7aef-43c3-b56c-b58829540b19.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Mote is such an interesting aquarium and research center. Thank you to my fellow Trovers for posting pics. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602719/71ece76c-8b8c-4949-b5c8-b4f0ff43a617.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sunset over the beach on Longboat Key.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/319626657113572837/8e96a928-d210-413c-9124-42a6dee85b2d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and vacation rentals. [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.com/welcome-one-key) --- ## Recommended things to do in Longboat Key | Number of things to do | 92 | | ------------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Awesome Scavenger Hunt: Sarasota Spectacles](/things-to-do/self-guided-sarasota-scavenger-hunt-sarasota-spectacles.a2562580.activity-details): $13 | | Top 5 things to do | [Mangroves, Manatees, and a Hidden Beach: Kayak Tour](/things-to-do/mangroves-manatees-and-a-hidden-beach-kayak-tour.a2804370.activity-details)[Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour](/things-to-do/sarasota-clear-kayak-led-night-glass-bottom-tour.a45717106.activity-details)[Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour](/things-to-do/anna-maria-island-bradenton-beach-parasailing-tour.a48232968.activity-details)[Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour](/things-to-do/siesta-key-fl-clear-kayak-led-night-glass-bottom-tour.a46991341.activity-details)[Robinson Preserve Mangrove Tour](/things-to-do/robinson-preserve-mangrove-tour.a47720463.activity-details) | | Under $25 | [Awesome Scavenger Hunt: Sarasota Spectacles](/things-to-do/self-guided-sarasota-scavenger-hunt-sarasota-spectacles.a2562580.activity-details) | | With kids | [HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour](/things-to-do/hydrocats-2-hour-craigcat-sightseeing-tour.a48663184.activity-details)[Anna Maria Island: Dolphin Cruise](/things-to-do/anna-maria-island-dolphin-cruise.a50521897.activity-details)[Siesta Key Guided Eco Tour](/things-to-do/siesta-key-guided-eco-tour.a46062212.activity-details)[Anna Maria Island Dolphin Sightseeing Adventure](/things-to-do/anna-maria-island-dolphin-sightseeing-adventure.a50160530.activity-details)[Anna Maria Island: Sunset Dolphin Cruise](/things-to-do/anna-maria-island-sunset-dolphin-cruise.a50518288.activity-details) | ## What to do in Longboat Key --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Longboat Key? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Longboat Key ![Jewfish Key is a private island that we kayaked around. We saw a couple dolphins playing nearby too, but the main attraction to the public is large sandbar nearby. We rented our kayaks from a place called Kayak Jack's. They were great! You pick a drop-off location and specify a time and your kayaks will be awaiting you, ready for launch! http://www.kayak-jacks.com “You choose the location, We bring the Fun!” ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8409/f871c26b-7aef-43c3-b56c-b58829540b19.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Jewfish Key Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Jewfish Key during your travels in Longboat Key. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.com/Jewfish-Key-Longboat-Key.d553248635976197473.Vacation-Attraction) ![The Cannon near St. Thomas Island Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6295961/4efd36c0-d69d-4e81-bfca-59432d0dad6f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cannons Marina Explore the waterfront in Longboat Key with a trip to Cannons Marina. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Cannons-Marina-Longboat-Key.d6295961.Vacation-Attraction) ![Wildlife reserve](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621561884473/4eec36cc-a691-486e-826b-ca8976b9cb6a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Quick Point Nature Reserve 4/5(6 reviews) Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Quick Point Nature Reserve, a lovely green space in Longboat Key. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches. [](https://expedia.com/Quick-Point-Nature-Reserve-Longboat-Key.d553248621561884473.Vacation-Attraction) #### Islandside Golf Course at Longboat Key Club Enjoy a round of golf in Longboat Key at Islandside Golf Course at Longboat Key Club. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets. [](https://expedia.com/Islandside-Golf-Course-At-Longboat-Key-Club-Longboat-Key.d6295687.Vacation-Attraction) #### Harborside Golf Course at Longboat Key Club Enjoy a round of golf in Longboat Key at Harborside Golf Course at Longboat Key Club. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets. [](https://expedia.com/Harborside-Golf-Course-At-Longboat-Key-Club-Longboat-Key.d6295677.Vacation-Attraction) #### Longboat Key Public Tennis Center Catch an event at Longboat Key Public Tennis Center during your trip to Longboat Key. [](https://expedia.com/Longboat-Key-Public-Tennis-Center-Bay-Isles.d941623967115296768.Vacation-Attraction) ### Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Longboat Key ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Bay Isles Bay Isles might not have many top sights, but Longboat Key Beaches and St. Armands Circle are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.com/Sarasota-Bay-Isles.dx553248635976473218) ![Mar Vista Dockside Restaurant and Pub is the most perfect dining atmosphere I've ever encountered. Located on the Sarasota Bay on Longboat Key, you can dine just feet from the water under a canopy of live oaks entwined with subtle lighting. The restaurant resides in a building built in 1912. Surviving a hurricane in 1921, makes it one of the twelve oldest surviving structures on Longboat Key.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8409/af75ecc3-236a-446c-865f-66d85e1a1e6c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Longbeach Village Though Longbeach Village might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Jewfish Key and Coquina Beach. [](https://expedia.com/Sarasota-Longbeach-Village.dx553248635976481697) [See our Where To Stay guide](https://expedia.com/Longboat-Key.dx8409.Where-To-Stay?rfrr=TG.LP..Neighborhoods) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Longboat Key ![Boulders placed on beach to prevent erosion.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6020/66708d2e-40fe-46a9-b2d2-0afb2d4632bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Bradenton ![Inviting Hammock on Bradenton Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10159/83751852-bcde-4e15-9bc1-d49a1659a839.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Bradenton Beach ![Venice showing tropical scenes, general coastal views and a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10285/25c3abb6-05b7-4775-9eec-2b8c067c1360.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Sarasota ![whte recreational boats and yachts in Bradenton, Florida](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248623461959293/d210812b-8842-4882-a60a-8a81f65590c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Cortez ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Longboat Key worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Longboat Key? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Longboat Key? ### Is three days enough to stay in Longboat Key? ### What are some activities to do in Longboat Key with kids? > - [HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/hydrocats-2-hour-craigcat-sightseeing-tour.a48663184.activity-details) > - [Anna Maria Island: Dolphin Cruise](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/anna-maria-island-dolphin-cruise.a50521897.activity-details) > - [Siesta Key Guided Eco Tour](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/siesta-key-guided-eco-tour.a46062212.activity-details) > - [Anna Maria Island Dolphin Sightseeing Adventure](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/anna-maria-island-dolphin-sightseeing-adventure.a50160530.activity-details) > - [Anna Maria Island: Sunset Dolphin Cruise](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/anna-maria-island-sunset-dolphin-cruise.a50518288.activity-details) ### What to do in Longboat Key for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Longboat Key? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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