Siesta Beach
Siesta Beach
4.5
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As the name suggests, Siesta Beach is a great spot for a lazy and relaxing day in the sun. Lay on its cool, white, and powdery sand, or take a dip in the crystal clear waters. The kids will love collecting the beautifully shaped shells, too. And don't about the kids—there are lifeguards on duty. While there aren't many beachside food options, you can head to the nearby cafes and oyster bars.
Get a beachfront condo to make the most of your stay, or visit for the awesome sunset views on an e-bike tour of Siesta Key. There's even a Siesta Beach drum circle on some days.
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Carol S
1 contribution
Mar 2023 • Couples
Boucher Brothers at sieSta key were awesome!!! Service was excellent. Rafael & Edward couldn’t be nicer!!!
Written March 24, 2023
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Discover28892526457
3 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
We had a fantastic beach day @ Siesta Beach. We're actually staying in Tampa for vacay but drove down to experience America's #1 beach. Shout out to Boucher Bros. beach rentals for their excellent service as we didn't have any chairs/umbrella (right on the beach). If you are in Orlando or Tampa and want a really pretty beach to lounge around at, Siesta is the spot!
Written March 23, 2023
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Aunie M
1 contribution
Mar 2023 • Couples
Great service at a beautiful beach! We enjoyed the din snd shade! Would definitely recommend this beach and rental service.
Written March 23, 2023
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Rob P
Pittsburgh, PA271 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
This beach has the softest sand of any beach in the world and we have covered a lot of the world. The beach is hundreds of yards wide and 3 miles long. If you like shells there are lots of them either direction from the public beach. Surf is variable from none at all to some waves that people surf, but it is not a surfing beach. The concessions are good and pretty efficient. During peak spring break times the parking lot will fill up before noon. A great place to watch sunsets.
Written March 23, 2023
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Teresa O
8 contributions
Mar 2023 • Family
Boucher brothers rentals were awesome at hooking us up for our family! Rafael was super nice and timely, found a perfect spot on the beach!!! Thank you Rafael!
Written March 17, 2023
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Colleen R
1 contribution
Mar 2023 • Solo
Rafael and Edward were super friendly and helped set me up with a cabana. If you're not from FL and aren't used to the sun down here, you definitely need shade. Worth every penny to not get a sunburn. Highly recommend renting from Boucher Brothers.
Written March 17, 2023
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adamku9z2021
20 contributions
Mar 2023
I personally prefer this beach of Clearwater. It is smaller, quieter, and less chaotic. We brought our own chairs and had our pick of where to sit up and down the entirety of the beach. You REALLY need to pay attention to the weather for Red Tide reports. Even moderate Red Tide is enough to get you coughing and miserable. We heard many people mistaking the smell of dead fish of being the Red Tide. The Red Tide kills the fish. You're coughing from the Red Tide when the winds blow off the Gulf. Watch for winds blowing off-shore for the ideal conditions.
The Red Tide is all up and down the SunCoast. Pick your days and locations carefully. If you're looking for tons of bars and restaurants and crowds...go to Clearwater. If you're looking for nice beach to spend a peaceful day ( you're mileage may vary during Spring Break) then check out Siesta Key Beach.
The Red Tide is all up and down the SunCoast. Pick your days and locations carefully. If you're looking for tons of bars and restaurants and crowds...go to Clearwater. If you're looking for nice beach to spend a peaceful day ( you're mileage may vary during Spring Break) then check out Siesta Key Beach.
Written March 16, 2023
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Timothy R
Cleveland, OH68 contributions
May 2022
Warning .....check for "Red Tide" season. Plenty of things to do and lots of places to eat. Sunsets are wonderful.
Written March 16, 2023
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Luci G
1 contribution
Mar 2023 • Family
Angel was super helpful and fast! We got two chairs and an umbrella and they installed it very fast. Will use them again
Written March 16, 2023
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rebsplumbing
6 contributions
Jan 2023
All the lodging was over priced & hard 2 come by. The seafood restaurants were good & reasonable. Gas prices for the affordable car rental were great.
Written March 16, 2023
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We are a family with 2 kids ages 6 and 9 travelling from London. We are planning 6 nights in Disney world and 4 nights around Siesta beach. Any thoughts on the itinerary please? Anything you would suggest?
31CurtB
Chicago, Illinois41 contributions
Rent a boat at a Marina for a half a day or full day it is very easy to navigate the boat the kids will LOVE it, its near captain Curts restaurant, also if you want to try a great Rum its called Siesta Key Rum, its made in Siesta Key and you can do a quick tour of it and try some samples its located about 15 mins north of Siesta keys also you can use the free trolly during the day at night they have a shuttle van that you pay for you tip the driver as you're getting out, its cheap and easy to get around, the beach is 99% quartz which means its a beautiful white sand that never gets hot which means you can walk bare footed on the beach and your feet will NOT get hot Sunday evening before sundown on the local beach they have a bunch of people that get together and play the drums definitely worth checking out it sounds really cool and its right on the beach and its a beautiful sun set and its free
Silvana V
Rosario, Argentina15 contributions
Quisiera saber si hay sillas y sombrillas para alquilar en la playa!
guylagregory
North Lima, OH42 contributions
Si (Yes)
JulieSweers1966
2 contributions
where can you pickup on the free trolly. is there a map and pickup spots?
guylagregory
North Lima, OH42 contributions
Like others have stated, there are signs along the street letting you know that the Trolley stops there. You may have to wait a little bit. It is the best way to get around especially in the crowded areas.
Is parking still free at Siesta Beach lot
LYNDA T
Montreal, Canada196 contributions
Yes, just was there February 2023
Is parking at Siesta Beach still free in 2022?
Joanne C
Boston, MA4 contributions
Hi, so sorry I don't know the answer since we walked or took the free / or "give a tip" shuttle everywhere. Down town there seemed to be lots of parking in stores fronts / restaurants and there is a big lot near the public beach. I'm not sure if it is free or not.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Siesta Beach
- We recommend booking Siesta Beach tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 3 Siesta Beach tours on Tripadvisor
- Hotels near Siesta Beach:
- (0.02 mi) 2 Bed/1 bath Condo Steps to Siesta Key Beach!
- (0.02 mi) Unit 103- Paradise Awaits
- (0.02 mi) Siesta key Paradise unit 219
- (0.02 mi) "Newly renovated PENTHOUSE!"2 Bed/1 bath Condo Steps to Siesta Key Beach!
- (0.02 mi) Steps from Siesta Key Beach Condo #409
- Restaurants near Siesta Beach:
- (0.11 mi) Siesta Key Beach Pavilion
- (1.03 mi) Made in Rome Organic Gelato
- (1.03 mi) Meaney's Mini Donuts
- (1.06 mi) The Cottage
- (1.05 mi) Sun Garden Cafe
- Attractions near Siesta Beach:
- (0.01 mi) Zumba on the Key
- (0.02 mi) Zumba
- (0.03 mi) Siesta Key Drum Circle
- (0.14 mi) Endless Summer Eco Tours and Rentals
- (0.40 mi) Spa Experience Siesta Key