City Sightseeing Trolley Tour of Sarasota

Overview

Sarasota's BEST City Sightseeing Tour, a wonderful way to learn where to eat, shop and visit, and about Sarasota's interesting past, whether you are a longtime resident, a newcomer, or a visitor.

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

City: Sarasota

Sat 16 Nov

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Starting at $61.64

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Sat 16 Nov

Starting at $61.64

Make a reservation

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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
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

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.

The Ringling

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (422)

ddecre

Feb 2020

Very interesting trip. Numerous items were presented that were new to us. the guide and the driver were very cordial and informative. It was a relaxed atmosphere but very informative. The temps on the trolley were regulated well and we were always comfortable during the tour. I will definitely consider other tours offered by this company.

TaunaD

Feb 2020

I have lived in Sarasota for 17 years, but this tour showed me some of Sarasota I had never seen before and taught me many new things about the history of this area. I am looking forward to going on some of the other tours offered. There were two reasons I did not give this tour a 5. The bus's air condition did not work that day and while I realize that sometimes happens, it made the 90 minutes a bit warmer than we had expected. The other thing was we were not able to go St. Armand's circle due to lots of traffic. While I have been there many times, I had hoped to learn more about its history. And I felt badly for the majority of the people on the bus who were not local Sarasotans and missed a highlight of this city. Given that "in season" there is always lots of traffic on that bridge, it might be better to start the tour there earlier in the afternoon instead of leaving it at the end when there is always more traffic. Or, just eliminate if from this tour during season. With all that said, I highly recommend anyone taking this tour. Our guide, Jon MacDonald, was excellent. He shared so much during our 90 minutes and was enthusiastic the whole time. A very special part he shared was his own personal story about the Van Wezel. Sarasota has a lot to offer (locals or visitors) and this tour was a great way to show that.

Nancy_B

Feb 2020

Fabulous! A must-do! Knowledgeable guide and driver who love their city and are happy to share with others! Second time I have taken it with different guests each time and everybody loved it!😁