St. Armands Stroll & Gourmet Tasting Tour

Savor Sarasota’s flavors and history in one unforgettable afternoon!

4.8 stars• 103 reviews

$118.60/ person

Duration

3 hours

Ideal For

1 or more people

Includes

Food, Drinks

Highlights

This 3-hour guided tour takes you through the heart of the iconic St. Armands Circle—home to tropical charm, high-end boutiques, and some of the finest dining in the area. You’ll stroll about a mile on flat, easy pathways, sampling signature dishes at multiple handpicked restaurants, while learning the rich backstory of this elegant island enclave.

With water provided at each stop and all restaurant gratuities covered, all you need to bring is your appetite. This is a must-do for food lovers and explorers alike!

What’s Included

• 3-hour guided tasting tour of St. Armands Circle

• Multiple food stops with curated tastings at top local restaurants

• Engaging stories about the history and culture of the area

• Water provided at each stop; guests may purchase other drinks

• All restaurant tips included (optional guide tips not included)

Perfect for couples, solo travelers, or friend groups wanting a laid-back, flavorful experience in one of Sarasota’s most iconic spots. Tours run rain or shine, so don’t forget your comfy shoes and appetite!

FAQs

Q: How much walking is involved?
You’ll walk about 1 mile on flat surfaces at a relaxed pace.

Q: What if it rains?
Tours run rain or shine! Bring weather-appropriate attire.

Q: Where do we meet the guide?
At the bronze John Ringling statue on the circle near Crab & Fin.

Q: Is there parking nearby?
Yes, free parking is available off N. Adams and S. Adams, just before the circle.

Review summary

4.8

Excellent

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The overwhelming majority of guests rave about their experiences with guides like Michelle, Rocky, Troy, and Taven, who clearly know how to make these tours entertaining and educational. Michelle gets particular praise for her restaurant selections and photography skills, with one guest even converted from hating guacamole to loving it after her recommendations. The variety is impressive too, from culinary walks through downtown Sarasota and Venice to shark tooth hunting adventures and spooky ghost tours. Guides consistently earn kudos for blending local history with food experiences, making the tours feel authentic rather than touristy. There have been occasional hiccups with communication and timing issues, though the company appears responsive when concerns are raised. A couple guests on specific tours felt the value didn't quite match their expectations, particularly regarding portion sizes or the guide spending too much time on personal stories. But these experiences seem to be outliers. Most groups, whether couples or parties of twelve, come away genuinely thrilled with what they discovered about the area and where they ate, often planning to book another tour before they've even finished the first one.

What people are saying

We had the MOST amazing culinary tour and cannot wait to do it again! Recently we used Maggie and her team for our When SHE Happens women's networking lunch event and had the pleasure of experiencing a 90 minute tour of downtown Sarasota. Every bit of the tour was excellent and we HIGHLY recommend them. Not only did we learn interesting history about Sarasota, but all of the food was absolutely delicious too.