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Home/Destinations/Sarasota/Sarasota with kids
With kids · Sarasota itinerary

Sarasota with Kids: The Best Family Itinerary

Sarasota’s dolphins and beaches delight families. Here is how to visit with kids — with the best-rated family-friendly tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Dolphin cruise
  2. 2Siesta Key
  3. 3Kayak
  4. 4Beach

The dolphins

A fun dolphin sightseeing cruise.

The beach

Soft-sand Siesta Key.

The kayak

A clear kayak mangrove paddle.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Sarasota — prices per person.

Private boat tours for dolphin watching near treasure island
St Petersburg
Private boat tours for dolphin watching near treasure island
5.0(118)·2 hours
from$285/ person
via Viator
Private Siesta Funship Adventure/Dolphin Cruise Sandbar Stops
Sarasota
Private Siesta Funship Adventure/Dolphin Cruise Sandbar Stops
4.9(55)·4 hours
from$750/ person
via Viator
Shell Key Mangroves & Snorkel Kayak Tour Adventure - St. Pete
St Petersburg
Shell Key Mangroves & Snorkel Kayak Tour Adventure - St. Pete
5.0(80)·3 hours
from$71/ person
via Viator
Private Boat: Island Cruise and Dolphins
St Petersburg
Private Boat: Island Cruise and Dolphins
5.0(106)·2 hours
from$534/ person
via Viator
Siesta Key Electric Bike Sunset Tour
Sarasota
Siesta Key Electric Bike Sunset Tour
4.9(1,107)·2 hours
from$71/ person
via Viator
Kayak Adventure of Shell Key Preserve & Island with a Local
St Petersburg
Kayak Adventure of Shell Key Preserve & Island with a Local
5.0(186)·3 hours
from$59/ person
via Viator
90-Minute Private Dolphin Tour in Hilton Head Island
Hilton Head Island
90-Minute Private Dolphin Tour in Hilton Head Island
5.0(612)·1h 30min
from$289/ person
via Viator
Siesta Key Crushed Glass Workshop
Sarasota
Siesta Key Crushed Glass Workshop
4.9(19)·1h 30min
from$85/ person
via Viator

Sarasota with kids — FAQ

Is Sarasota good for kids?
Yes — the dolphins, beaches and kayaks delight children.
What are the best things to do in Sarasota with children?
Take a dolphin cruise, play at Siesta Key, and paddle a clear kayak.
Is a dolphin cruise good for families?
Yes — the sightseeing and dolphins are great for kids.

Explore more in Sarasota

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