Must See Sights and Landmarks in Siesta Key Area

"Ca' d'Zan, (Venetian for "House of John"), is the waterfront residence built for Mable and John Ringling. The mansion was designed by architect Dwight James Baum with assistance from the Ringlings, built by Owen Burns, and was completed in 1926. It is designed in Venetian Gothic style."

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"1600 Harbor Drive S., Venice, (941) 999-3467, finsatsharkys.com. The views alone justify making a reservation at this Venice landmark, an upscale dining room connected to the more laid-back Jimmy Buffett vibe of its sister restaurant Sharky’s. As its fishy name implies, Fins is known for its seafood, particularly for its quality sushi."

"1600 Harbor Drive S. Venice; 941-488-1456; sharkysonthepier.com. Routinely voted best beach bar in Florida, Sharky's is a Venice landmark dating back to 1987 that places diners right on the sand at the base of the Venice Fishing Pier overlooking the Gulf of Mexico. Open for lunch and dinner and as late as 11 p.m."

"UPDATE: As of June 2019, the Anna Maria Oyster Bar is no longer serving brunch. However, they open at 11 a.m. every day, so it’s still a great location for lunch and bubbles!"

"It’s only an acre, but it has the benefit of being within close proximity of Siesta Village in an overall quieter area. The park has a fun little playing and picnicking area, but it’s the combination of the sensational sandy beach line that puts it at the top. Playgrounds are free and a perfect way to spend some time on sunny Siesta Key for families."

"This park is complete with a beautiful, palm-lined beach, a covered playground, and public facilities. This Siesta Key playground is quieter than places like Siesta Beach Park, but still close to the Village. Only an acre big, the small park is wedged at the juncture of Midnight Pass Road and Higel Avenue on the island’s north end."

"Dedicated to Clarence L. Love, Sr., a Bradenton City Councilman from 1976-80, Love Park sits in the heart of central Bradenton just a block west of First Street/U.S."

"Located right off Tamiami Trail on Dona Bay, Nokomo’s Sunset Hut provided two floors of open-air seating in a tropical tiki setting. Serving lunch and dinner daily and staying open until 11 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, Nokomo’s popular menu items include all things ahi tuna: the “Sunset” appetizer, the wrap, salad, and the seared ahi tuna tacos with sweet chili slaw, lettuce, fried onions and orange mandarin ginger dressing."

"Located right off Tamiami Trail on Dona Bay, Nokomo’s Sunset Hut provided two floors of open-air seating in a tropical tiki setting. Serving lunch and dinner often until 11 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, Nokomo’s popular menu items include all things ahi tuna: the “Sunset” appetizer, the wrap, salad, and the seared ahi tuna tacos with sweet chili slaw, lettuce, fried onions and orange mandarin ginger dressing."

"Upscale, contemporary restaurant offering sophisticated steak & seafood dishes, cocktails & wine. Open for lunch and dinnerDress code: CasualPhone: +1 941-724-8585"

"This theatre is the main place for performing arts in the city and is also known to be the largest repertory theatre in the whole South Western part of the continent. This theatre not only hosts shows performed by local artists but also invites guest artists from other places. The functioning and maintenance of this theatre is in the hands of the Florida State University and its department of p...Read more"