Experience otherworldly theme parks or enjoy the down to earth vibes in this Central Florida city that’s the perfect steppingstone for once in a lifetime day trips.
When you deplane at Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport, it’ll be easy to see why Southwest Florida is a favorite destination for art- and beach-lovers alike. As you start to explore, keep an eye out for the influence of Italian architectural styles—many of the buildings around town reflect this aesthetic, especially Ca d’Zan, a historic estate open for public tours. This Venetian-style mansion underwent a full restoration in 2002 that restored it to its former Roaring-20s glory.
The influence of John Ringling, one of five brothers who founded one of the U.S.’s most beloved traveling circuses, can be thanked for the extensive collection at the John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art—also known as the State Art Museum of Florida. Housed in a blush pink Renaissance-style palace, the museum has 21 galleries and a sculpture garden. If fine art isn’t to your liking, head to the Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, which bills itself as a living museum. Here, visitors can experience local flora at one of two garden campuses. Sarasota/Bradenton is also home to a number of places where you can see a show. Ballet, orchestra, opera, and theatre are all available—see what’s playing during your visit and take in a show.
Of course, a visit to the Suncoast of the Sunshine State wouldn’t be complete if you didn’t take advantage of the beach. Off the coast of Sarasota/Bradenton sits six islands, multiplying the number of beaches for sunbathing and seaside fun. Not every beach is the same, though, so explore a few to find the one that speaks to you. Families find fun at Casey Key, which offers plenty of picnic areas; Manasota Key is a favorite of nature explorers who want mangrove trees and sand dunes mixed into their beach day.
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Details about Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport.
Airport code:SRQ
City:Sarasota/Bradenton
State:Florida
Main Terminal
Gate B10
Airport-provided WiFi
Cities with weekly flights to SRQ
110*
Cities with daily nonstop flights Monday through Friday to SRQ
10†
Cities with daily nonstop flights Saturday through Sunday to SRQ
11‡
*Weekly flights based on DOT published scheduled average flights Monday through Sunday between 4/1/2025 and 4/30/2025. Note: route may not operate every day of the week.
†Nonstop flights based on DOT published scheduled average flights Monday through Friday between 4/1/2025 and 4/30/2025.
‡Nonstop flights based on DOT published scheduled average flights Saturday through Sunday between 4/1/2025 and 4/30/2025.
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