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