SARASOTA JUNGLE GARDENS

This immersive tropical garden is a must do when in this SARASOTA area. Feed flamingos in a walk through experience, learn about macaws and other exotic birds plus see many other animals, or stop by the petting zoo. For more details visit their website at https://sarasotajunglegardens.com/

RINGLING MUSEUM OF ART

Visit the Florida home of John and Mable Ringling. The grounds are filled with beautiful plants, a playground for the kids, a circus museum an entire building filled with art, and you can even explore their waterfront mansion. For more info and upcoming events visit their website at https://www.ringling.org/

North Port Aquatic Center

Ready for a fun filled day in the sun? North Port Aquatic Center has it all a Olympic size pool with lanes and a diving board, three full-size water slides, a lazy river, huge splash pad, snack shack, even a playground right outside! Hours vary upon time of year for more information visit https://www.northportfl.gov/Community-Recreation/North-Port-Aquatic-Center

Venice Parks

Venice is filled with beautiful parks and playgrounds! Some of our favorites include: Shamrock Nature Center a beautiful park with walking trails (including a walk along intercostal, tennis courts, basketball courts, a kids playground, and an awesome nature center(hours vary), and gardens with local plants labeled. Brohard Paw Park this beautiful beach park allows dogs which is heaven on earth for any of my fellow dog lovers. Centennial Park located in historic downtown Venice this park includes a splash pad and large gathering area where local events are frequently hosted. For more info on these and other Venice park please visit  https://www.venicegov.com/visit/parks

Snook Haven

Located on the Myakka River Snook Haven is more then just a yummy bbq restaurant. You can walk up order and dine anywhere in the gardens! There is boat rides and kayak rentals as well. A nice place to dine and unwind or simply walk and take the nature in.