Longboat Key, Florida is the perfect spot for a relaxing beach getaway. Perfectly blending everything a calm coastal trip should have, such as quiet beaches, slow sunsets and friendly people, Longboat is the ideal key for those wanting the sun as their only sense of time.
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White Sandy Beaches
The allure of Longboat Key begins with its pristine beaches, calm atmosphere, and sense of island privacy, and evolves into the inevitable urge to relocate here. Longboat is known for its white sand, crystal clear water, and all of the wildlife that calls it home.
Beautiful scenery
The beautiful, scenic beaches are a big part of what puts Longboat on the map. The smooth, glassy water of the Gulf side makes for some of the most gorgeous sunsets you’ll ever see.
On-the-water activities
Looking is one thing, enjoying is another. You can enjoy a day, or days, on the water via boat clubs, kayak tours, paddleboards and more.
The still, unturbid water also makes beaches along Longboat Key ideal for snorkeling, while the beautiful reefs 10+ miles offshore make for a scuba diving paradise.
Aquatic wildlife
A vibrant ecosystem, the Gulf is a utopia for enamoring wildlife including sea turtles, grouper, rays, tropical fish, manatees and more!
*Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium is located in Lido, right next to Longboat. Mote is an independent, nonprofit institution whose mission is conservation and the sustainable use of the oceans!
Restaurants
The restaurants in Longboat Key are incredible, and have stunning views as well.
Dry Dock
4.7 ☆ $20-60
In south Longboat, Dry Dock Waterfront Grill is an exquisite seafood grill located on… you guessed it! The waterfront. Known especially for their high-end seafood (the grouper bites are a must-try), Dry Dock also prepares incredible pasta, steak, and chicken entrees.
Shore
4.6 ☆ $30-80
Located on the other end of the key, Shore Restaurant stands proudly over the water and welcomes all to enjoy their extensive food and cocktail menu. Shore is also known for delectable seafood, and has very upscale “on-shore” entrees as well!
The Old Salty Dog
4.4 ☆ $20-30
The Old Salty Dog is a beloved British pub, known for their casual bar + bar food (like their beer-battered hot dogs) and live music!
Proximity to other areas
Part of what makes Longboat Key so enticing is the feeling of privacy while really having so much around. A quick drive in any direction could have you in Lido, Leffis, or Sarasota! As if you could ever want to leave Longboat…
Sarasota
The main city near Longboat Key is Sarasota: a vast, classy city rich with art, culture, and its unique circus history. It is quickly becoming a top destination in Florida. Sarasota is an affluent area that easily combines big city services and outdoor recreation!
St. Armands Circle
Just south of Longboat, St. Armands Circle is an incredible outdoor mall, dining experience and public space. Armands has plenty to offer, including boutique shops, art galleries and amazing restaurants.
Coquina Beach
North of Longboat in Leffis Key is the mesmerizing Coquina Beach. The sand is white and powdery and the water is crisp and clear. It is generally not crowded either, making it that much more special. What more could you ask for?
When looking for a relaxing place to get away from it all, Longboat Key is the perfect destination. Home to exquisite beaches, sunsets, wildlife and culture, it can be your own slice of paradise!
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Brody Samson
Writer
About the Author
Brody, a recent Colorado State University undergrad, spent his time in Fort Collins studying Journalism & Media Communication. He interned at College Avenue Magazine and also received a minor in Global & Environmental Sustainability. His lifelong passion for writing drove him to pursue a career in journalism.
In his free time, he can be found hiking, biking or swimming outdoors. He fiercely enjoys competition in sports along with reading, and playing music on the guitar.
