Sarasota is a city just one hour south of Tampa and Tampa Bay on Florida’s Gulf Coast known for the Ringling Brothers, Italian inspired architecture and miles of fine sand and shallow waters. Sarasota has almost 15 square miles of land and 11 square miles of water within its city borders. Walkability around town and the variety of businesses available make your day; safe, healthy and convenient. With downtown providing the dynamic heartbeat, this is a community with an abundance of outdoor activities both on the water and on land. Residents and visitors enjoy fishing, sailing, swimming, kayaking, and boating, and the indoor activities range from museums and galleries, to shows and the opera. There is truly something for everyone of every age.