Beach sights in Sarasota
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The area's excellent powdery, white-sand beaches are located on the barrier islands west of town. Parking is generally a snap; there are public lots, and public transport from the mainland. Lido Key, just west of St Armand's Circle, is divided into North and South Lido Beaches, the latter of which is huge and also shaded for picnicking. Siesta Key Beach, an absolutely deservedly famous strip of sand, accommodates 800 cars in its parking lot.
Head south on Midnight Pass Rd to the end of Siesta Key for the quieter Turtle Beach. Crescent Beach, perfectly fine, is wedged in between those two. Longboat Key, north of St Armand's Circle, also has lovely beaches with lots of acce…
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