Taste of Downtown Sarasota: History and Tasting Walking Tour

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What You’ll Experience
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3 hours
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Number of Guests
1 - 12 guests
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English
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Discover Downtown Sarasota with a local expert, exploring history, culture, and culinary delights. Perfect for all occasions from birthdays to bachelorette parties. Book your adventure now!

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Our most popular tour and it often sells out! Guided by a local expert, you will walk and learn fascinating facts, folklore, culture, famous founders and current residents, the food scene and current events.


The emphasis of this tour is on the unique history, culture and lifestyle of Sarasota! Light bites are experienced along the route for quick introductions to some of the popular spots.


This is a group activity that requires a minimum of 4 guests to operate! For corporate groups, please inquire-those require advanced planning and more detailed information.

What You Get

History of the city, landmarks, popular spots & art/culture
Personal Tour Guide
Scenic Walk
Gratuities for your tour guide (recommend 15%-25% of purchase price). Will be added to private tours
Beverages not included (water IS)
Parking fees or transportation-pls arrange for a ride if drinking alcohol

Good To Know

  • No smoking or vaping is allowed during a tour-some guests may have allergies, asthma, autoimmune conditions
  • Please consult with your medical advisor-this is a walking tour
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

What You’ll Experience

Sarasota, Florida Relocation (Pass By)

This tour is for you if you are looking for a unique culinary experience, a romantic night out, or to just have fun socializing with friends and family. Our 3.5-hour walking tour of Downtown Sarasota is a combination of food, fun and folklore that intertwines local history, art, and culture, along with a few diverse sampler plates, creating a culinary journey to remember! Some treasures along the way: Miramar, 1st train depot, speakeasys, Orange Blossom Hotel, 1st skyscraper, and more!

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

State Street Parking Garage, State Street, Sarasota County Florida, United States, US, 34236

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Meet at the State Street Garage entrance next to A Sprig of Thyme.
End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund.

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