| As its name implies, Siesta Key is a Florida | | | | However, when night falls, the village certainly has |
| vacation destination that focuses on the simple | | | | your entertainment needs covered with various |
| pleasures in life as it leaves behind the stress and | | | | live music and the "Drum Circle" theatrical |
| anxiety of overwhelming attractions. While you | | | | performance on Sunday nights. |
| could theoretically spend your entire getaway | | | | In contrast to the vibrant atmosphere that |
| relaxing on its pristine sands, melting away your | | | | abounds on and around Siesta Key Public Beach, |
| worries under the warm Florida sun, the countless | | | | Crescent Beach offers seclusion and privacy for |
| opportunities for adventure are simply too much | | | | those who truly want to getaway from it all. |
| to pass up on this little island paradise. | | | | While it would seem that its radiant white sands |
| Located just off the coast of mainland Florida | | | | and stunning blue waters would draw visitors en |
| near Sarasota, Siesta Key is surrounded by | | | | masse, its tucked away location just south of |
| sparkling azure water that is just begging to be | | | | Siesta Key Public Beach and its single public access |
| enjoyed. While you may want to jump right into | | | | road lead most vacationers to choose |
| the Gulf of Mexico the second you step foot on | | | | convenience over serenity. If you need more |
| the island, it is usually best to begin your | | | | excitement off this quiet strip of sand, take |
| water-bound excursions from any of the three | | | | advantage of the spectacular snorkeling and scuba |
| beautiful beaches that Siesta Key has to offer. | | | | diving that abounds on the southern tip in an area |
| Gently brushing the water's edge with their | | | | known as Point of Rocks. |
| stunning white sands, Siesta Key Public Beach, | | | | When aren't escaping on Crescent Beach or |
| Crescent Beach, and Turtle Beach feature distinct | | | | playing on Siesta Key Beach, don't miss the water |
| environments that are sure to meet all your | | | | sports of the narrower Turtle Beach, which is |
| vacation needs. | | | | located on the southern end of the key. Boasting |
| The most popular beach not only on Siesta Key | | | | a volleyball court, horseshoe pit, boat launch, and |
| but also in the greater Sarasota area, Siesta Key | | | | fishing in the nearby Blind Pass Lagoon, you can |
| Public Beach is a haven for beach bums who want | | | | relax or play to heart's content directly off of its |
| to sink their toes into the cool, quartz sand and | | | | fine white sands. Be sure to keep your eyes |
| kick back near the water's edge. While walking | | | | peeled for the petrified sharks' teeth and excellent |
| along the shore and swimming in the Gulf are | | | | shell collecting opportunities in its sands, particularly |
| carefree ways to spend an afternoon, the | | | | after storms. |
| amenities of this public beach, including a | | | | As the beaches take center stage and offer |
| playground area, tennis courts, volleyball courts, | | | | endless swimming, shelling, fishing, parasailing, |
| and concessions, make it the perfect destination | | | | snorkeling, and boating opportunities, it can be |
| for a well-rounded day on the island. | | | | easy to overlook the splendor of your |
| If you tire of wading in the shallow water near | | | | surroundings. Rather than running from one |
| the shore or want to cool off out of the sun's | | | | activity to the next, take the time to enjoy the |
| reach, Siesta Key Public Beach is just a short | | | | dolphins frolicking in the open water or the boats |
| stroll away from the quaint shops and restaurants | | | | sailing out to sea by selecting warm and inviting |
| in Siesta Village. Ocean Boulevard is the place to | | | | Siesta Key vacation rentals for your |
| go for a variety of restaurants and pubs that | | | | accommodations needs. Located just a stone's |
| offer outdoor seating and exceptional views to go | | | | throw away from the water but offering all of |
| along with your refreshing ale or beer. Losing | | | | the amenities and comforts of home, every |
| track of time is never a problem here as the | | | | moment of your vacation can be more exciting |
| conversation and scenery are conducive to a | | | | and enjoyable than you ever imagined when you |
| carefree rather than itinerary-oriented day. | | | | stay in a Siesta Key rental. |