City Sightseeing Trolley Tour of Sarasota
Overview
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1 hour 30 minutes
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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. Guests will travel in our air-conditioned trolley.
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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
The Ringling
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.
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
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.
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Options
City Sightseeing Tour
Reviews
994 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Sarasota city tour
Terry J,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was such an interesting tour with so much great history of Sarasota! We have been here 8 yrs and still learned so much. I highly recommend it!
Fun and Informative - SRQ.
Patricia O 11 11,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a great opportunity to learn more about our beautiful City of Sarasota. As a resident for the past 11 years. I was familiar with many of the locations on the route, but I learned so much additional information at each stop. Our tour guide, Steve, is extremely knowledgeable and very entertaining. His good humor and interesting stories keeps the tour very lively. The trolley is comfortable with good visibility and audibility. Definitely worth your time whether you're a tourist or a native.
Terrific tour
mikerM7198GX,Apr 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The john and john crew were great! Very informative and entertaining! They keep this Nebraska couple thinking and laughing. Thanks to both of you !
Enjoyed every moment.
Peggy H,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Thank you for an entertaining and historical tour of Sarasota. It was very informative and enjoyable.
Good Basic Tour
ronaldmN6786NF,Mar 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00The tour seemed rushed. Lots of twists and turns. Hard to tell where you were on the map. Guide Pat was good but rambled a bit. Disappointed that there wasn’t more about the Calusa history. It was just brushed over It was a good basic tour for people unfamiliar with Florida history.
Great tour of Sarasota!
Jim C,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Steve was very informative and entertaining, one of the better tour guides we have had. We would recommend this tour to anyone.
Trolley love
819candys,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience, our guide was superb! Loved every minute!
Trolley fun !
Candy,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The trolley and guide were the best ! I love all the recommendations! How down to earth and friendly our guide was ! Excellent
Great
andreagZ7033WY,Mar 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00All was fantastic as Steve was very knowledgeable about all the stops. Only bad thing was that that particular trolley broke down so my husband and I decided to walk back… but we stopped for an ice cream on the way.
Lots of fun!
jeffreyd590,Mar 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour was great! Entertaining and informative. We would highly recommend it. A great orientation to the city.
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