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SIESTA KEY, Fla. — When looking for one of the best beaches in the U.S. — the world, even — you don't have to go far. Siesta Beach, once again, ranks among the best of the best, according to Tripadvisor.
Reviews and opinions from users on the popular travel site' propelled the Sarasota-area beach to No. 2 in the U.S. and No. 9 worldwide — not a bad showing for the beach that consistently scores high marks year after year.
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Whether you want to relax or fill your day with activities, Siesta Beach delivers," Tripadvisor wrote. "Kick back on the white sand, go swimming in the clear water, play some outdoor sports, or simply admire the sunset—it's up to you."
Siesta Beach is praised for being family-friendly and easy to get to, with plenty of parking options. Its white quartz sand and outdoor activities make it highly favored among visitors, according to the Visit Florida tourism agency.
844-FROG-HOP is a free option for riders to get around the area, running daily from 9 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.
Smoking banned at public beaches and parks in Sarasota County
Coming in as the top beach in the U.S. is Ka'anapali Beach in Lahaina, Maui, Hawaii, according to Tripadvisor. With a 3-mile stretch of sand, "it's easy to see why" this beach is No. 1, reviewers wrote. Its clear waters were credited for being perfect for snorkeling and other water activities.
The 2024 recommendation follows years of accolades for Siesta Beach. It previously ranked No. 2 on Tripadvisor for 2023 and No. 1 in 2017 from Dr. Beach.
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Sarasota County has adopted Ordinance 2023-021, which prohibits smoking at all County-owned beaches and parks. This ban is effective starting Oct. 1, 2023. The prohibition includes all areas within the beaches and parks, including parking lots. There are no designated smoking areas.
The sand on Siesta and Crescent beaches consists of 99% pure quartz grains. Our award-winning sand is like flour and cool on your feet.
There’s free public parking in a large Sarasota County managed municipal lot at Siesta Beach, at a small municipal lot in Siesta Key Village, and a municipal parking lot for 207 vehicles (plus spaces for boat trailers) at Turtle Beach.
In addition to complimentary customer and guest parking at some retailers and restaurants, there are multiple self-pay parking lots in both Siesta Key Village and South Village. Read all signage carefully regarding payment details. Some paid parking lots are hourly, some lots are daily. All paid parking lots are privately owned and managed.
Public restrooms are available at Siesta Beach, Turtle Beach, Nora Patterson Park, and Glebe Park.
Visit our Explore the Key map to see locations.
Yes, at Siesta Beach. These are Sarasota County Park courts and require you bring your own Pickleball net. Courts available on a first-come, first-serve basis year-round.
No, but there are multiple dog parks nearby.
May 1 – October 31.
Yes, 844-FROG-HOP IS A FREE RIDE SERVICE ON SIESTA KEY. DOOR TO DOOR SERVICE OE FLAG US DOWN ON THE ROAD. WE ARE AT YOUR SERVICE. DRIVERS ACCEPT TIPS.844-FROG-HOP runs seven days a week between Siesta Key Village and Turtle Beach. 9 AM - 11:30 PM WEEKENDS TILL 2 AM. 844-FROG-HOP SERVES ALL OF SARASOTA. 844-FROG-HOP ALSO GOES TO THE AIRPORT.
Yes, golf carts with registered plates are permitted on roads with a speed limit at or below 35mph.
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