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1. Venice Beach ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Relaxing Beaches
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2. Turtle Beach ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Relaxing Beaches
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3. Caspersen Beach

Category: Relaxing Beaches
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4. Longboat Key

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5. Lido Beach

Category: Relaxing Beaches
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • There are a lot of great beaches in and around Sarasota, with several dozen miles of coastline to be enjoyed in this area.
  • Every beach is different, with some being better-suited to certain activities.
  • So if you’re planning a trip to Sarasota and want to visit the right beaches for you, read on for some key details and overviews of the area’s best beaches.

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