Circus Secrets of Sarasota in Sarasota booking from $85.61

Circus Secrets of Sarasota

Overview

Discover Circus City USA’s secret places and charming stories on this unforgettable tour! It is a tour of the circus history in Sarasota and provides a wonderful historical perspective of the impact the circus has had in our area.

Stop by circus landmarks with your engaging tour guide, Bob Collins (former marketing executive for Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus), who tells stories about the colorful cast of circus characters, showmen, and performers who called Sarasota home.

Meander through historic neighborhoods such as Indian Beach, Payne Park, and Downtown’s Main Street to learn about the rich history of Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey, which moved its Winter Quarters to Sarasota in 1927.

Explore several remaining sites intimately involved in Sarasota’s circus history including John Ringling’s private rail car “Jomar,” the Little People’s Houses and many more circus “secrets” hidden in plain sight!

This 90-minute tour is a fun-filled adventure in Circus City USA!

City: Sarasota

Tue 10 Feb

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What's Included

Bottled water

Air-conditioned vehicle

Additional Info

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Guests must be 10+; no children under 10 allowed except on our family tours designed for children. Every guest must have a paid ticket in order to board.

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 (73)

Margaret B

Jul 2019

Excellent tour. Knowledgeable tour guide & driver. Very comfortable trolley with good air conditioning.

Response from Host

Jul 2019

Thank you so much for taking the time to write this review!

twstuebe

Jun 2019

We are residents of Sarasota and came on this tour with our neighbors. My family had a member who was a performer with the Ringling Brothers Circus, so I knew a lot of the history but wanted a refresher course of circus history. All of our group of four truly enjoyed the trolley tour. Mr. Bob Collins was most engaging and informative. We enjoyed his personal stories as a past employee of "The Greatest Show On Earth". We will personally tell our friends and neighbors about our fun experience on this tour. We are expecting visitors in the Fall and will bring them on this tour. We know they will like it and we will be able to enjoy it again. Thanks, again, for a great time!

Response from Host

Jul 2019

I really enjoyed reading your review and learning of your circus connection. Look forward to hosting you again in the fall!

Kevin C

Jun 2019

Learned a lot of new things about Sarasota and John Ringling family. Can't wait to try another tour.

Response from Host

Jul 2019

So glad you came on this tour and learned so much!

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Circus Secrets of Sarasota

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