Circus Secrets of Sarasota

Overview

The Greatest Show on Wheels! Our tour guide, circus historian Bob Collins, has loads of great stories about how the Big Top helped to shape Sarasota's quirky arts and culture scene.

Tours with fewer than 10 guests will travel in our air-conditioned 9-passenger van.

City: Sarasota

Sun 23 Feb

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Starting at $61.64

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Sun 23 Feb

Starting at $61.64

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle

Additional Info

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Masks are optional aboard our vehicles. We encourage you to wear your mask if you feel more comfortable on our tours. All guides have been fully vaccinated. For guests who wish to wear them, masks are sold at the Vintage Sarasota Gift Shop.

What To Expect

St. Armands Circle

Learn about the Circus Side of Sarasota with tour guide Bob Collins, by visiting key city landmarks and hearing stories of the colorful cast of circus characters, showmen, and performers who called Sarasota home.

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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Reviews (41)

Julianne B

Dec 2022

I had the pleasure of taking a tour with Bob Collins for the Circus Secrets of Sarasota and I have to say I was not expecting such an amazing adventure. If you ever visited the circus as a child - Bob made it come back alive. I really enjoyed his history and knowledge and he even explained the mystery of how OLD FASHION PINK LEMONADE came to be! I can't tell you as it is a secret to find out on the tour but I will give you a hint it has to do with the circus:). Enjoyable experience and don't hesitate and sign up - you will enjoy the show. I did!

139tikig

Dec 2022

Hidden Gems and Circus secrets of Sarasota Florida “Circus City USA” revealed on a delightful tour with Bob Collins. Wow - he has some great photographs and stories! We discovered so many interesting places with wonderful historical circus references and legendary characters all around town.

twopheasants

Nov 2022

Our tour guide, Bob, has a decades long relationship with the circus; he is a wealth of knowledge. This tour is great for residents and visitors alike. Although I call Sarasota home, I quickly realized how many "secrets" the town beholds. Discover Sarasota Tours are first rate!