Bayfront Park Playground and Splash Pad
Free splash pad and playground at Sarasota's bayfront
Splash PadFree
Siesta Beach
Siesta Key, FL | active | 2 to 8 hours
Siesta Beach is one of the most celebrated beaches in the United States, known for its powdery white quartz sand that stays cool underfoot even on the hottest summer days. The beach stretches for miles along the Gulf of Mexico and features 950+ free parking spaces, lifeguards, volleyball courts, a playground, concession stands, picnic pavilions, and beach wheelchair access. A $20 million renovation in 2016 added a half-mile esplanade, additional shelters, and improved facilities throughout. A top choice for families, sunbathers, and photographers chasing the Siesta Key sunset.
Activity Level: active
Costs: FreeDuration: 2 to 8 hours
Open Hours
- Sunday6:00am - 10:00pm
- Monday6:00am - 10:00pm
- Tuesday6:00am - 10:00pm
- Wednesday6:00am - 10:00pm
- Thursday6:00am - 10:00pm
- Friday6:00am - 10:00pm
- Saturday6:00am - 10:00pm
*Hours subject to change.
Visit the company's website for current details.
Email: ParksOnline@scgov.net
Phone: (941) 861-5000
3940 N Shell Rd Sarasota, FL 34242
Overview
Activity Type: active
Costs: Free
Duration: 2 to 8 hours
Service Time:
Activity Level: active
Costs: FreeDuration: 2 to 8 hours
Open Hours
- Sunday6:00am - 10:00pm
- Monday6:00am - 10:00pm
- Tuesday6:00am - 10:00pm
- Wednesday6:00am - 10:00pm
- Thursday6:00am - 10:00pm
- Friday6:00am - 10:00pm
- Saturday6:00am - 10:00pm
*Hours subject to change.
Visit the company's website for current details.
Email: ParksOnline@scgov.net
Phone: (941) 861-5000
3940 N Shell Rd Sarasota, FL 34242
Overview
Activity Type: active
Costs: Free
Duration: 2 to 8 hours
Service Time:
Inhaven Insights
World-Famous White Sand
Pure quartz sand stays cool even in peak summer heat — Siesta Beach sand is unlike any other.
950 Free Parking Spaces
With 950+ free parking spaces, Siesta Beach is one of the most accessible major beaches in Florida.
Arrive Early on Weekends
Parking fills fast on weekends and holidays; arrive by 9am to secure a spot near the main pavilion.
Inhaven Insights
What's great
World-Famous White Sand
Pure quartz sand stays cool even in peak summer heat — Siesta Beach sand is unlike any other.
What's unique
950 Free Parking Spaces
With 950+ free parking spaces, Siesta Beach is one of the most accessible major beaches in Florida.
What's worth knowing
Arrive Early on Weekends
Parking fills fast on weekends and holidays; arrive by 9am to secure a spot near the main pavilion.
