Road trip from Macon to Sarasota
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ITINERARY
7h 47m429 miles26 stops
1
Depot Park
Depot Park is a signature city park in downtown Gainesville providing a space for unique public outdoor enjoyment. Depot features a children's adventure play area with a custom splash pad of waterfalls, water soakers, and ground jets. A water's edge promenade hosts special events like food truck rallies, art festivals, and musical performances. The park is fully staffed and free of charge.
2
Ocala Palms Golf & Country Club
3
Marion Theatre
4
University of South Florida Botanical Gardens, Tampa
5
Al Lopez Park
Two popular flat loops, .8 and 1.2-miles, through the woods.
6
WestShore Plaza
7
Florida Museum of Photographic Arts
8
The Sail Pavilion on the Riverwalk
9
Bayshore Boulevard
Home of the world's longest sidewalk.
10
Dance Passion
Dance Passion makes Latin / Ballroom dancing accessible for everyone: adults, children, beginners, competitors and wheelchair users. Our relaxed and friendly atmosphere makes an ideal learning environment for singles and couples alike. Almost all of our wedding couples continue to dance even after they say "I do". Whether your goal is lose weight and feel great, expand your social circle or master a particular dance, we can help and inspire you. Our award-winning instructors teach American and International style Latin / Ballroom Dancing.
11
Gizella Kopsick Arboretum
12
The Palladium at St Petersburg College
13
Mermosa Winery & Boutique
MERMOSA is St. Pete's first Winery + Boutique specializing in refreshing sparkling wines inspired by real life mermaids AND we are swimwear fit experts. A must-visit along St. Petersburg’s beautiful downtown waterfront, Mermosa is a paradise party waiting to happen. Sip our Refreshing Sparkling Wines, Shop the best resort wear fashions and Suit Up with Tampa Bay's Swimwear Fit Experts. Check out our event page for the latest in live music, dance parties, tasting events, cooking classes, DIY classes and more. Cheers friends!
14
Museum of Fine Arts
From a legendary permanent collection, to compelling traveling exibitions, the MFA is ready to inspire with diverse and ever-changing opportunities to experience art. Discover over 4,500 years of civilization in thousands of objects ranging from antiquity to the present- the only comprehensive art collection of its kind on Florida's west coast.
15
The Ale and the Witch
16
Overflow Brewing Company
17
The Dali Museum
An unparalleled collection of Salvador Dali artworks, spanning his life and career, featuring works in many media. #TheDali
18
Bobby Jones Golf Club
Nature Trails only at this time. 5.23.2020 Bobby Jones Golf Club is the only golf facility located within the city limits of beautiful Sarasota - a golfing mecca nestled on the Gulf of Mexico coast just one hour south of Tampa, Florida. The facility sits on 325 contiguous acres of virgin meadowland adjacent to Fruitville Road (State Road 780), the gateway to downtown Sarasota and its world famous beaches. This historic gem, initially designed by Donald Ross in 1926, has grown to include two 18-hole championship courses and a 9-hole executive course. A particularly unique feature of this complex is the absence of any building development on all but one golf hole.
19
Pixie Dust
20
Inspirations Salon & Day Spa
A full service hair salon and day spa. Inspirations Salon offers a range of services for your personal care needs. We have the “upscale” salon without the “up” charges on your service needs. Our highly skilled stylists have years of outstanding excellence.
21
Pineapple Rocks
Amazing crystals, fossils, jewelry, dinosaur teeth, shark teeth, rock and roll memorabilia and other cool stuff you've never seen before. We have a great stock of minerals and rocks WHOLESALE TO THE PUBLIC by the flat and by the pound. We make our own wire wrapped jewelry and can turn your treasures into wearable art. You can design and make your own jewelry with a Sterling silver pendant, shark tooth, crystal or ceramic pendant. We have a fantastic collection of Rock and Roll memorabilia and posters from the 1960s and 1970.
22
Aquasandz
We welcome you to Aquasandz… a reflection of true attraction, we invite you to experience a nail and body spa haven. A tradition of personal well-being designed to nourish your body and soul from the inside out, naturally. Our mission day to day are to provide a comforting, yet stimulating, atmosphere in which clients will be able to relax both their mind and body, reconnecting their daily lives t
23
Arlington Park and Aquatic Complex
Conveniently located less than two miles from downtown Sarasota, Arlington Park was selected as one of the South Florida locations on the Great Florida Birding & Wildlife Trail. This city park offers residents and visitors a 50-meter lap pool, 25-yard instructional pool, outdoor and indoor basketball courts, tennis courts, playground, outdoor fitness gym, ½-mile walking trail, and dog park. This park is owned and operated by the City of Sarasota Parks & Recreation District. Many recreational, as well as aquatic programs, are offered.
24
Big Top Brewing Company
When we started Big Top Brewing Company, there were no craft breweries in the Sarasota area and we set out to fix that. We wanted to compliment Sarasota’s historical associations with The Ringling Circus, performing arts, great architecture, the best art and design schools and world renown tourism. The best way we could do that was to craft beer that our home town can be proud of. We plan to continue the tradition of the arts and help Sarasota add beer town to its identity. Come step under our big top and see for yourself. Big Top Brewing Company artistically crafts world class beers, inspired by our passion, integrity, and the history of our home town.
25
Village Bikes
26
Gulf Gate Public Library
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OVERVIEW
Macon to Sarasota
1
Start:Depot Park
Gainesville, Florida·
5.0
(94) review
Depot Park is a signature city park in downtown Gainesville providing a space for unique public outdoor enjoyment. Depot features a children's adventure play area with a custom splash pad of waterfalls, water soakers, and ground jets. A water's edge promenade hosts special events like food truck rallies, art festivals, and musical performances. The park is fully staffed and free of charge.
2
Start:Ocala Palms Golf & Country Club
Ocala, Florida·
4.5
(9) review
5174 NW 26th St, Ocala, FL 34482-3250
3
Start:Marion Theatre
Ocala, Florida·
4.5
(90) review
50 S Magnolia Ave, Ocala, FL 34471-1153
4
Start:University of South Florida Botanical Gardens, Tampa
Tampa, Florida·
3.5
(98) review
4202 E Fowler Ave, Tampa, FL 33620-5150
5
Start:Al Lopez Park
Tampa, Florida·
4.0
(97) review
Two popular flat loops, .8 and 1.2-miles, through the woods.
6
Start:WestShore Plaza
Tampa, Florida·
4.0
(99) review
250 WestShore Plaza, Tampa, FL 33609-1918
7
Start:Florida Museum of Photographic Arts
Tampa, Florida·
3.5
(96) review
1630 E. 7th Avenue, Tampa, FL 33605
8
Start:The Sail Pavilion on the Riverwalk
Tampa, Florida·
4.0
(91) review
333 S Franklin St, Tampa, FL 33602-5331
9
Start:Bayshore Boulevard
Tampa, Florida·
4.5
(972) review
Home of the world's longest sidewalk.
10
Start:Dance Passion
St. Petersburg, Florida·
5.0
(9) review
Dance Passion makes Latin / Ballroom dancing accessible for everyone: adults, children, beginners, competitors and wheelchair users. Our relaxed and friendly atmosphere makes an ideal learning environment for singles and couples alike. Almost all of our wedding couples continue to dance even after they say "I do". Whether your goal is lose weight and feel great, expand your social circle or master a particular dance, we can help and inspire you. Our award-winning instructors teach American and International style Latin / Ballroom Dancing.
11
Start:Gizella Kopsick Arboretum
St. Petersburg, Florida·
4.5
(97) review
901 N Shore Dr NE, St. Petersburg, FL 33701-2052
12
Start:The Palladium at St Petersburg College
St. Petersburg, Florida·
4.5
(87) review
253 5th Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL 33701-2915
13
Start:Mermosa Winery & Boutique
St. Petersburg, Florida·
5.0
(9) review
MERMOSA is St. Pete's first Winery + Boutique specializing in refreshing sparkling wines inspired by real life mermaids AND we are swimwear fit experts. A must-visit along St. Petersburg’s beautiful downtown waterfront, Mermosa is a paradise party waiting to happen. Sip our Refreshing Sparkling Wines, Shop the best resort wear fashions and Suit Up with Tampa Bay's Swimwear Fit Experts. Check out our event page for the latest in live music, dance parties, tasting events, cooking classes, DIY classes and more. Cheers friends!
14
Start:Museum of Fine Arts
St. Petersburg, Florida·
4.5
(964) review
From a legendary permanent collection, to compelling traveling exibitions, the MFA is ready to inspire with diverse and ever-changing opportunities to experience art. Discover over 4,500 years of civilization in thousands of objects ranging from antiquity to the present- the only comprehensive art collection of its kind on Florida's west coast.
15
Start:The Ale and the Witch
St. Petersburg, Florida·
4.0
(91) review
111 2nd Ave NE, St. Petersburg, FL 33701-3434
16
Start:Overflow Brewing Company
St. Petersburg, Florida·
4.0
(9) review
770 1st Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL 33701-3604
17
Start:The Dali Museum
St. Petersburg, Florida·
4.5
(8537) review
An unparalleled collection of Salvador Dali artworks, spanning his life and career, featuring works in many media. #TheDali
18
Start:Bobby Jones Golf Club
Sarasota, Florida·
3.0
(97) review
Nature Trails only at this time. 5.23.2020 Bobby Jones Golf Club is the only golf facility located within the city limits of beautiful Sarasota - a golfing mecca nestled on the Gulf of Mexico coast just one hour south of Tampa, Florida. The facility sits on 325 contiguous acres of virgin meadowland adjacent to Fruitville Road (State Road 780), the gateway to downtown Sarasota and its world famous beaches. This historic gem, initially designed by Donald Ross in 1926, has grown to include two 18-hole championship courses and a 9-hole executive course. A particularly unique feature of this complex is the absence of any building development on all but one golf hole.
19
Start:Pixie Dust
Sarasota, Florida·
3.5
(9) review
1476 Main St, Sarasota, FL 34236-5715
20
Start:Inspirations Salon & Day Spa
Sarasota, Florida·
4.5
(9) review
A full service hair salon and day spa. Inspirations Salon offers a range of services for your personal care needs. We have the “upscale” salon without the “up” charges on your service needs. Our highly skilled stylists have years of outstanding excellence.
21
Start:Pineapple Rocks
Sarasota, Florida·
5.0
(9) review
Amazing crystals, fossils, jewelry, dinosaur teeth, shark teeth, rock and roll memorabilia and other cool stuff you've never seen before. We have a great stock of minerals and rocks WHOLESALE TO THE PUBLIC by the flat and by the pound. We make our own wire wrapped jewelry and can turn your treasures into wearable art. You can design and make your own jewelry with a Sterling silver pendant, shark tooth, crystal or ceramic pendant. We have a fantastic collection of Rock and Roll memorabilia and posters from the 1960s and 1970.
22
Start:Aquasandz
Sarasota, Florida·
5.0
(9) review
We welcome you to Aquasandz… a reflection of true attraction, we invite you to experience a nail and body spa haven. A tradition of personal well-being designed to nourish your body and soul from the inside out, naturally. Our mission day to day are to provide a comforting, yet stimulating, atmosphere in which clients will be able to relax both their mind and body, reconnecting their daily lives t
23
Start:Arlington Park and Aquatic Complex
Sarasota, Florida·
4.5
(9) review
Conveniently located less than two miles from downtown Sarasota, Arlington Park was selected as one of the South Florida locations on the Great Florida Birding & Wildlife Trail. This city park offers residents and visitors a 50-meter lap pool, 25-yard instructional pool, outdoor and indoor basketball courts, tennis courts, playground, outdoor fitness gym, ½-mile walking trail, and dog park. This park is owned and operated by the City of Sarasota Parks & Recreation District. Many recreational, as well as aquatic programs, are offered.
24
Start:Big Top Brewing Company
Sarasota, Florida·
4.5
(91) review
When we started Big Top Brewing Company, there were no craft breweries in the Sarasota area and we set out to fix that. We wanted to compliment Sarasota’s historical associations with The Ringling Circus, performing arts, great architecture, the best art and design schools and world renown tourism. The best way we could do that was to craft beer that our home town can be proud of. We plan to continue the tradition of the arts and help Sarasota add beer town to its identity. Come step under our big top and see for yourself. Big Top Brewing Company artistically crafts world class beers, inspired by our passion, integrity, and the history of our home town.
25
Start:Village Bikes
Sarasota, Florida·
4.0
(9) review
3898 S Osprey Ave, Sarasota, FL 34239-6830
26
Start:Gulf Gate Public Library
Sarasota, Florida·
5.0
(92) review
7112 Curtiss Ave, Sarasota, FL 34231-8013
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What's the driving distance between Macon and Sarasota?
The distance is 429 miles
What's the travel time between Macon and Sarasota?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 7h 47m mins in normal traffic
What are some of the best cities to visit between Macon and Sarasota?
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Are there any cool sights or attractions I shouldn't miss on my drive to Sarasota?
There are plenty! Here are some stops you shouldn’t miss on your way to Sarasota
What’s the weather like in Sarasota?
The weather in Sarasota is generally mild year-round, with warm, dry summers and cool, wet winters. See the links below for more information
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