Outdoors

Located south of the Payne Park Tennis Center. Local park with open space for events. Park is open 5 a.m. – 11 p.m., daily.

This park is great for kayak/canoeing. Fishing off the bridge is not prohibited, but not recommended.

Open neighborhood park. Dog friendly.

Open 7 a.m. – 11 p.m., daily. Pets are allowed outside the Steigerwaldt-Jockey Children’s Fountain area. Popular location to jog, enjoy the sunset, walk your leashed pet or have a picnic at the playground. There are also two bayfront restaurants. Please note: The Allen Play Area and the Steigerwaldt-Jockey Children’s Fountain at Bayfront Park are being replaced soon with an all new playground and splash pad combination. That construction project is expected to begin in February 2023. Both the Play Area and the Children's Fountain will be closed until further notice and will reopen upon project completion.

500 Bay Isles Rd

Home for the historical Granada Bonita Park Fountain, designated by the City of Sarasota in 1994. A circular park located at the intersection of Camino Real and Fortuna Street, in the Granada Subdivision.

Three double-lane boat ramps, picnic tables, leashed pets are allowed, perfect for canoe and kayak launching. Part of the community park complex: Includes the Lawn Bowling facility & the Bayfront John Chidsey Community Center. Public restrooms are available.

This park is a small area with shaded picnic benches. Home for the American Allegory sculpture, hammered out of bronze copper, created in 1976 by Jack Cartlidge. It was acquired into the City Public Art Collection in 1976.

This park has a beautiful walking trail and provides park benches. Allows leashed pets.

Associated with the Robert L. Taylor Community Complex. This unique park has a "Green" Eco-Friendly Environment! - Made From Everyday Household Recycled Items - 57,360 Recycled Milk Jugs - 12 Truck Loads Were Saved From the Landfill AMENITIES: Barbecue Dog Friendly Fitness Center Outside Horseshoes Pavilion Picnic Tables Playground Rental Venue Transportation Walking Path

2523 Cocoanut Ave

Located on the eastern base of the John Ringling Causeway Bridge adjacent to Hart’s Landing. Park includes a playground, walking trails, fabric shade structures, Hart’s Landing (bait shop), gazebo, Tony Saprito Fishing Pier, benches and allows leashed pets.

This park has a fun “Firefighter” inspired design. Come “rescue” the day! Playground, swing-set, picnic tables & grill and allows leashed pets.

This park is named after Fredd “Glossie” Atkins, the first African-American City Commissioner and first African-America Mayor. Enjoy the day under the fabric shaded picnic tables. Allows leashed pets. Dedication Wall: Fredd “Glossie” Atkins, Delores D. Dry, Carolyn J. Mason, Jerome Stevens, Neil Humphrey, Sr., Dorothye G Smith, Jerome Dupree, Mrs. Janie Jackson Poe, Professor Roland W. Rogers, Booker High School First Graduation Class 1935 - Annie Blue McElroy, Marthena Riley, A.L. Williams and Nacomi Williams; First BHS Principal - Professor James R. Dixon., Emma E. Booker, John Henry Floyd, Wright and Sarah Bush, Joe and Elizabeth Holton, Charlie Jones, Sam Morgan, Shep and Annie Albright, Neil Humphrey, and Charles N. Thompson.

Neighborhood park on Siesta Key. Great for sitting and enjoying nature.

Greenspace between Gulfstream Dr. and US 41 – excludes J.D. Hamel Park / War Memorial.

Home for the Sarasota War Memorial with historic the "Doughboy" statue. Open 6:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m., daily. Popular for downtown craft and art shows. Two electrical receptacles and a water spigot are available. Allows leashed pets. "In loving memory of the valiant of Sarasota County who gave their lives to preserve for their loved ones and you the priceless heritage of liberty obtained by our forefathers." The monument recognized all residents who have answered their country’s call, and honors those who died in World War I and subsequent conflicts.

Links Plaza Park, 1880 Main St

Fountain and historic marker. Also known as the Burns Court Herald Square. Dedicated to Owen Burns by the Sarasota City Commission in 2001. Owen Burns was a remarkable and distinguished entrepreneur. He devoted his civic and professional life to the City’s improvement. Allows leashed pets.

Fountain, historic marker & walking paths. Home to the Mable Ringling Memorial Fountain. Built in memory of Mable Ringling, John Ringling’s wife. She was the first president of the Sarasota Garden Club. Allows leashed dogs.

Great for walking the dog on a sunny day.

This beautiful park allows leashed pets, has fabric shaded picnic tables, grills to cook on, a basketball court, bike racks, and provides a swing-set.

Named after developers Katherine E. and Daisietta G. McClellan. The subdivision was described as Sarasota’s “Garden Spot” back in the 1900’s.

Beautiful views of Downtown Sarasota. Located under the North Bridge on Siesta Key. Park benches, picnic tables, fishing, and walking paths.

Trails, hiking, beach access, swimming, no lifeguards on duty, is perfect for canoe and kayak launching. Pets, except trained service animals, are prohibited in the park and on the public beaches. North Lido Beach Park, acquired as an undeveloped area to remain in its natural state, was purchased through a bond referendum by the City of Sarasota in 1977. The park contains an upland area with 49 acres of Australian pine woods, grassy savannahs and walking trails, plus 22.5 acres of beach and mangroves. Bird nesting areas on the beach are protected and visitors should be careful not to disturb the nests.

Enjoy the playground, drinking fountain, and views of the water tower. Restrooms* can be open upon request. Allows leashed pets. *Open for reservations only.

201 FL-789

Formally known as Pineapple Park. This park was recently dedicated and named in honor of “Mr. Downtown”, Paul Thorpe, Jr. in 2017. Home to Smithsonian-registered Mermaid Fountain. Provides bench seating. In recognition of the significant contribution to the beauty of the Sarasota area, Paul Thorpe, Jr. Park was awarded the 2018 Civic Beautification Award, for Outstanding Landscaping, by the Sarasota Garden Club in February 2019.

This park is home to the Payne Park Tennis Center, Skate Park, Circus Park, Café, and Amphitheater. Circus Park This playground is circus inspired! Featuring a small splash area, rock climbing, slides, music makers, swings, and so much more. Perfect for picnics and spending the day with your little ones. No pets allowed unless they are service trained. Skate Park 🛹 Open Daily 7 am - 10 pm 🛹 FREE Admission⠀ 🛹 Unsupervised⠀ 🛹 Enjoy at your own risk.* *For further information please reference Florida Statute #316.0085 Stadium & Field Tribute Payne Park was a professional baseball park from 1924 to 1989 in Sarasota, serving as the Spring Training home for the New York Giants, Boston Red Sox, and Chicago White Sox.

Passive park located on the corner of Ringling Boulevard and Links Avenue. Features a circular fountain.

1880 Main St

Nature trails, boardwalks, natural setting, beautiful bay views, perfect place to watch the sunset!

In the heart of downtown Sarasota. The Sarasota Opera House, Selby Public Library and several downtown shops and dining are nearby. Public Art, and picnic space with benches are available.

Neighborhood passive area, benches are available, allows leashed pets.

Home for many historic icons. Circling around the park is the Circus Ring of Fame, honoring outstanding circus performers, owners, and animal trainers. Many sculptures accentuate the park such as: “Discus Thrower” and “Mercury” (Borghese Warrior) by Gennaro Chiurazzi, and a bronze sculpture of John Ringling by Tony Lopez. Locals and visits enjoy shopping, eating and festivals inside the park.

Walk-through park that was developed with financial assistance by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection through the Recreational Trails Program.

A waterfront park providing many recreational opportunities, including boardwalks through mangroves and tidal marsh restoration areas. Boat access is by a concrete boat ramp with six lanes and four docks. The park has a restroom, playground, swing-set, picnic tables, and trails. Perfect place to watch the sunrise or sunset, fish, or walk a leashed pet.