things to do in Lakewood Ranch, FL

Sail past St. Pete shores and the Sunshine Skyway at sunset

Private 4-hour sandbar and island hop with morning or afternoon departures

Design your day around snorkeling, sandbars, paddling, and time on the water

Watch Gulf sunsets and waterfront Christmas lights from a private, captain-led boat

Meet and feed ranch animals on a private guided visit

A private ranch visit with every available hands-on animal encounter

Meet three distinctive sanctuary animals on a private guided visit

Private sanctuary tour with three included animal encounters

Meet sanctuary animals and help support their care

Walk downtown Venice through the stories of its pioneering women

Uncover Venice's sinister history on an after-dark walk with a spirit guide

Taste your way through Venice’s architecture and history on foot

Fish offshore with gear, bait, and a licensed captain included

Drive a 2-seat jet car for 45 minutes in St. Petersburg

Paddle after sunset, then share dinner, s'mores, and entertainment by the river

Rent a 20' center console for fishing or cruising, rated for up to 6

Trace St. Petersburg’s Prohibition-era spirits through stories and tastings

Learn hands-on mixology techniques and create tropical-inspired cocktails

Search Tampa Bay sandbars with marine scientists and snorkel in the shallows

Explore St. Petersburg's waterfront history, science, and changing shoreline by boat

Chart your ideal day on Venice waterways with a licensed captain

Savor downtown flavors with local drinks, waterfront views, and city stories

Relax on a 3-hour sail with a U.S. Coast Guard–licensed captain from downtown St. Pete

Start the day aboard a classic yacht with optional sailing instruction