Browse local boutiques, enjoy light bites, and uncover Sarasota stories
3.5 hours
History guide, light bites
Pair local boutique browsing with light bites and Sarasota stories on a relaxed afternoon walking tour. Beverages at food stops are available for purchase separately.
All ticket sales are final and non-refundable. Date or tour-type changes may be accommodated based on availability.
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Plan for transportation and parking fees, any merchandise you buy at boutiques, and any beverages you purchase at the food stops (water is included). A gratuity for your guide is not included; 15%–20% of the ticket price is recommended.
Bring a water bottle. Wear weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable walking shoes, plus sun protection and an umbrella or rain jacket for pop-up showers. Bring cash or money for guide gratuity, optional boutique purchases, beverage purchases, and parking fees.
Tours do operate in the rain and extreme heat, but they may be cancelled if dangerous weather is imminent.
Mermaid Fountain, 135 S Pineapple St, Sarasota, FL 34236
Christine leads most of these Sarasota food tours, and she clearly knows her city inside and out. Guests consistently rave about her storytelling, local knowledge, and genuine enthusiasm for Sarasota's history, art scene, and architecture. The tours cover three restaurant stops over about three hours of walking, and most guests leave full and happy, with the Italian restaurant being a particular crowd favorite. A handful of reviewers felt the restaurant selection could be more adventurous, and one noted that larger group sizes made the experience feel less intimate. These are worth keeping in mind, though the majority of guests had no such complaints and many said they were pleasantly surprised by how much food was included. If you're visiting Sarasota and want a fun introduction to the city that goes beyond typical sightseeing, this tour delivers on both food and local flavor. The combination of history, neighborhood highlights, and curated dining spots makes it a genuinely useful experience, not just a meal.
Christine is quite knowledgable. Enjoyed this tour very much.
Linda Gould
July 27, 2026
Christine is quite knowledgable. Enjoyed this tour very much.
Linda Gould
July 27, 2026
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