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City Sightseeing Trolley Tour of Sarasota

5 (796)
Sarasota, US
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City Sightseeing Trolley Tour of Sarasota

5 (796)
Sarasota, US
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Embark on the BEST City Sightseeing Tour of Sarasota and discover the hidden gems of this vibrant city. Whether you're a longtime resident, a newcomer, or a visitor, this tour is the perfect way to learn about Sarasota's interesting past and get insider tips on the best places to eat, shop, and visit. Journey through historic downtown neighborhoods, explore cultural organizations like The Ringling Museum and Sarasota Opera House, and marvel at unique architectural wonders such as the Blue Pagoda. Delve into the rich and colorful history of Sarasota's founders, from circus legends to Amish culture. With a total duration of 90 minutes, this air-conditioned trolley tour promises an unforgettable experience filled with fascinating stories and breathtaking sights. Book your adventure now and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Sarasota.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • 1 hours 30 minutes
  • Suitable for 1-4 Participants
  • Private Tour, Small Group Tour
  • Guided Experience
  • See the BEST places to eat, shop, and visit
  • Discover Sarasota's rich and amazing cultural history
  • Learn about the architects and developers of unique homes and buildings
  • Explore the world-class artistic and cultural organizations
  • Visit historic downtown neighborhoods and iconic landmarks
  • Bottled water
  • Air-conditioned vehicle

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Introduction

City Sightseeing Trolley Tour of Sarasota is an immersive journey that takes you through the vibrant history and culture of this enchanting city. Whether you're a long-time resident, a newcomer, or just visiting, this sightseeing tour is the perfect way to discover the best places to eat, shop, and visit in Sarasota.

What to expect?

During this 90-minute tour, you'll explore Sarasota's historic downtown neighborhoods, including Gillespie Park, Burns Court, Laurel Park, St. Armands Circle, and the Rosemary Design District. Get ready to be captivated by the breathtaking architectures and unique homes that grace these charming streets. You'll also have the opportunity to visit prominent cultural institutions like The Ringling Museum, Ringling College, and the Van Wezel Performing Arts Center.

Who is this for?

City Sightseeing Trolley Tour of Sarasota is perfect for anyone seeking an authentic experience of the city's rich cultural history. Whether you're a history enthusiast, an art lover, or simply curious about Sarasota's past, this tour has something for everyone. It welcomes both locals and tourists, offering valuable insights into the city's heritage and its most remarkable landmarks.

Why book this?

Embark on this tour and delve into the fascinating tales of Sarasota's founders, the real estate booms and busts, the captivating history of the circus, and even the Amish culture that influenced the area. With a knowledgeable guide leading the way, you'll gain a comprehensive understanding of Sarasota's past and present. Discover hidden gems, architectural marvels, and vibrant neighborhoods that make this city truly unique.

Good to know

This City Sightseeing Trolley Tour of Sarasota offers both comfort and convenience. With an air-conditioned vehicle, you can explore the city in comfort no matter the weather. The tour also highlights dining options, shopping destinations, and attractions that will undoubtedly enhance your experience of Sarasota. Don't miss out on this opportunity to uncover the city's hidden treasures and leave with a newfound appreciation for its rich cultural heritage.

Reviews

Travelers who have taken the City Sightseeing Trolley Tour of Sarasota rave about the insightful commentary provided by the guides. They commend the comprehensive overview of the city's neighborhoods, cultural institutions, and architectural wonders. Many visitors also praise the tour's ability to cater to both locals and tourists, making it an engaging experience for all. Overall, reviewers express their satisfaction and appreciation for this captivating journey through Sarasota.

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

Vouchers accepted in the following formats

  • Mobile

Is an adult required for the booking?

  • At least one adult or senior required per booking

Your Itinerary

The Ringling

(Pass by)

On this air-conditioned City Sightseeing Trolley Tour, see the BEST places to eat, shop, and visit through Sarasota's historic downtown neighborhoods of Gillespie Park, Burns Court, Laurel Park, St. Armands Circle, and the Rosemary Design District. Tour-goers will also see our world-class artistic and cultural organizations: The Ringling Museum, Ringling College, Asolo Theater, Selby Library, Van Wezel Performing Arts Center, Selby Gardens, Sarasota Opera House, Art Center Sarasota, Sarasota Symphony Orchestra. Guests will learn more about the architects and developers who designed some of our most unique homes and buildings like the Blue Pagoda, Crocker Memorial Church, and Splendida. Circus history, Amish culture, real estate development booms and busts, and colorful stories about Sarasota’s founders give visitors a true overview of Sarasota’s rich and amazing cultural history.

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens

(Pass by)

On this air-conditioned City Sightseeing Trolley Tour, see the BEST places to eat, shop, and visit through Sarasota's historic downtown neighborhoods of Gillespie Park, Burns Court, Laurel Park, St. Armands Circle, and the Rosemary Design District. Tour-goers will also see our world-class artistic and cultural organizations: The Ringling Museum, Ringling College, Asolo Theater, Selby Library, Van Wezel Performing Arts Center, Selby Gardens, Sarasota Opera House, Art Center Sarasota, Sarasota Symphony Orchestra. Guests will learn more about the architects and developers who designed some of our most unique homes and buildings like the Blue Pagoda, Crocker Memorial Church, and Splendida. Circus history, Amish culture, real estate development booms and busts, and colorful stories about Sarasota’s founders give visitors a true overview of Sarasota’s rich and amazing cultural history.

Gillespie Park

(Pass by)

Learn about John Hamilton Gillespie who introduced golf to Sarasota.

Sarasota Opera

(Pass by)

See the distinctive homes of many area cultural organizations, including the Sarasota Opera, which is supposed to be haunted!

Burns Court Neighborhood

(Pass by)

Visit the Burns Court neighborhood, featuring Mediterranean Revival style architecture.

Reviews

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5 (796)

robertrY1689SK

Excellent tour - really got the feel and history of Sarasota. Out host/tour guide, Steve McAllister. was outstanding... great entertainer and a wealth of information on the area. Would highly recommend. Steve even entertained us while we waited for the trolley - talented guitar player - FUN day.

SpaChick2

Fantastic 90 minute tour led by Steve that took us through multiple historic communities of Sarasota. He was both interesting and entertaining. We could have listened to this native’s stories for hours! Highly recommend doing the tour early on in your stay so you can go back and visit many of the sites later. There is a discount for AAA and AARP discount. Or you can use the discount code BLAST.

paulakK3906LS

Excellent tour of Sarasota. Very informative, interesting, and funny. The time went by so fast. Absolutely recommend!

Journey00565770003

Ed is a gem! He knew such detail about the different sarasota neighborhoods. He also kept to date on all the new happenings. After the tour, he did highly recommend the breakfast across the way. It did not disappoint!

J8963XNpatriciae

We are new to the area and wanted to learn a bit more of the history of Sarasota. Pat our Irish tour guide and Paul our driver were fantastic. Pat was so knowledgeable about Sarasota’s history sharing it with a mix of humor and fact, in addition to sharing tips on free areas to check out, restaurants suggestions and places to check out sunsets. Don’t miss this tour and make sure you ask when Pat is working.

cynthiag314

We did a group of 25 on this tour, it was great! Booking process was easy with Sue. Our tour guide Steve was knowledgeable, funny and shared so much history. If I had to add anything I would suggest to consider a restroom stop. Overall would highly recommend

Donald_S

Wonder experience! The guide was most informative with a good knowledge of history and discriptions of local landmarks. Great time would recommend the city tour to everyone

Happiness21799735411

What a great time we had with our tour guide , Ed and driver, Paul. Ed was so knowledgeable and gave us tons of information in a way that was entertaining and interesting. Paul navigated around all the traffic which was particularly busy due to the boat show and Saturday Farmer’s market. We had a blast and highly recommend this company and the city tour. Ed is so engaging and clearly loves Sarasota. It was one of the highlights of our trip.

U1407JTamandaf

The tour was so much fun and so interesting! Definitely recommend for anyone visiting, or even anyone who lives in Sarasota, as there is so much history to learn. Steve was an excellent and entertaining guide with so much knowledge.

MaryAnn_V

From beginning to end my friend and I were interested on the past and present of the city of Sarasota! The tour was put together really well!!!
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2024-05-13 16:04
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