Road trip from Sarasota to Tallahassee
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ITINERARY
6h 1m325 miles25 stops
1
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.
2
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.
3
Gulf Gate Public Library
4
The Ale and the Witch
5
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.
6
Gizella Kopsick Arboretum
7
Bayshore Boulevard
Home of the world's longest sidewalk.
8
WestShore Plaza
9
Florida Museum of Photographic Arts
10
Al Lopez Park
Two popular flat loops, .8 and 1.2-miles, through the woods.
11
University of South Florida Botanical Gardens, Tampa
12
Jungle Friends Primate Sanctuary
Jungle Friends offers a Magical Monkey Experience through Airbnb Experiences to meet our monkey friends up-close and personal! We have amazing volunteer opportunities -- come for a few hours, a few days or a few months! We have on-site accommodations for our guests in our guest house! Jungle Friends Primate Sanctuary provides permanent high-quality sanctuary care for over 200 New World monkeys being released from laboratory research, former "pets" needing homes, or monkeys who have been confiscated by the authorities due to abuse/neglect charges, as well as those found running loose. Jungle Friends is also committed to advocacy and education on behalf of all captive non-human primates, and to provide assistance to improve the circumstances of captive primates wherever possible.
13
St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge
The trail-runner's dream.
14
Regal Cinemas Governor's Square 12
15
Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park
Urban Air Adventure Park is much more than a trampoline park. If you're looking for the best year-round indoor attractions in the Tallahassee area, Urban Air is the perfect place. With new adventures behind every corner, we are the ultimate indoor playg
16
Proof Brewing Company
Founded by Byron & Angela Burroughs in 2012, Proof Brewing Company prides itself on being an industry leader of innovative beers. Proof Brewing Co. produces big, bold, flavorful beers and remains committed to true artisanal brewing methods in an evolving industry. The brewery has received numerous awards and recognition from the world renowned Hunaphu’s Day, World Beer Cup, Best Florida Beer, and Paste Magazine. Proof Brewing Company is a proud member of the Florida Brewers Guild.
17
Chens Massage Clinic
18
Black Archives Research Center and Museum
19
Tallahassee Museum
Nestled within 52 acres of flora and fauna, the Tallahassee Museum is an oasis close to the heart of downtown. The Tallahassee Museum features a working 1880s pioneer farmstead, native Florida wildlife habitat (including panthers and red wolves), cypress swamp, Jim Gary's 20th Century Dinosaurs, and the all new Tallahassee Tree to Tree Adventures (an outdoor zip line and adventure course for kids and adults). Come enjoy the great outdoors with us at the Tallahassee Museum- where nature, history, science, and fun come together!
20
Capital City Pedicabs
Founded in early 2013, we are the first pedicab company in the Tallahassee metropolitan area. We strive to reduce our carbon footprint one pedicab at a time. Our service area includes Downtown,Gaines Street,All Saints, Railroad Square, College Town, and FSU. Each one of our pedicabs is powered by a well trained, certified and licensed driver. They serve as "Ambassadors" for the City of Tallahassee and Leon County and are more than happy to provide information about the city's restaurants, nightlife and family friendly venues. The Capital City Pedicab fleet is brought to you by Main Street Pedicabs, one of the largest and most distinguished pedicab manufacturers in North America. Every one of our pedicabs has 21 speeds, utilizes hydraulic brakes for safe stopping, electric running lights and rear axle differentials for tight turning. Our pedicabs strive to provide that "central park" carriage ride nostalgic feeling.
21
Florida State University
22
Tally Cat Cafe
23
Rabbit Creek Market
24
Lake Tribe Brewing Company
Tallahassee based craft brewery, brewing beers that celebrate the great outdoors through their tastes, aromas, and pairings. Offering weekly brewery tours and tastings of their ruggedly robust locally crafted ales.
25
Bradley's Country Store
Since 1927, Bradley's has made the best, old fashioned, country smoked and fresh sausage that money can buy. Using a secret family recipe, our sausage is made weekly and does not contain gluten, sugar, artificial ingredients or preservatives. It is also compliant with a variety of diet programs, such as Whole 30, Keto and Paleo! Sausage isn't all we have to offer! Take a drive out into the country on the beautiful canopy roads where you'll feel as if time has slowed down. Spend hours out on the picnic tables listening to birds sing and the wind blow through the canopy of Oak Trees and Spanish moss. Some may even get the chance to witness how we make our grits the old fashioned way, using an old Ford tractor and a Grist Mill dating back to the early 1930's. Join us for lunch where you can sit in a rocking chair on the front porch and savor a Bradley's sausage dog, RC Cola and a Moon Pie!
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OVERVIEW
1
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.
2
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.
3
Start:Gulf Gate Public Library
Sarasota, Florida·
5.0
(92) review
7112 Curtiss Ave, Sarasota, FL 34231-8013
4
Start:The Ale and the Witch
St. Petersburg, Florida·
4.0
(91) review
111 2nd Ave NE, St. Petersburg, FL 33701-3434
5
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.
6
Start:Gizella Kopsick Arboretum
St. Petersburg, Florida·
4.5
(97) review
901 N Shore Dr NE, St. Petersburg, FL 33701-2052
7
Start:Bayshore Boulevard
Tampa, Florida·
4.5
(972) review
Home of the world's longest sidewalk.
8
Start:WestShore Plaza
Tampa, Florida·
4.0
(99) review
250 WestShore Plaza, Tampa, FL 33609-1918
9
Start:Florida Museum of Photographic Arts
Tampa, Florida·
3.5
(96) review
1630 E. 7th Avenue, Tampa, FL 33605
10
Start:Al Lopez Park
Tampa, Florida·
4.0
(97) review
Two popular flat loops, .8 and 1.2-miles, through the woods.
11
Start:University of South Florida Botanical Gardens, Tampa
Tampa, Florida·
3.5
(98) review
4202 E Fowler Ave, Tampa, FL 33620-5150
12
Start:Jungle Friends Primate Sanctuary
Gainesville, Florida·
5.0
(7) review
Jungle Friends offers a Magical Monkey Experience through Airbnb Experiences to meet our monkey friends up-close and personal! We have amazing volunteer opportunities -- come for a few hours, a few days or a few months! We have on-site accommodations for our guests in our guest house! Jungle Friends Primate Sanctuary provides permanent high-quality sanctuary care for over 200 New World monkeys being released from laboratory research, former "pets" needing homes, or monkeys who have been confiscated by the authorities due to abuse/neglect charges, as well as those found running loose. Jungle Friends is also committed to advocacy and education on behalf of all captive non-human primates, and to provide assistance to improve the circumstances of captive primates wherever possible.
13
Start:St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge
Tallahassee, Florida·
4.5
(697) review
The trail-runner's dream.
14
Start:Regal Cinemas Governor's Square 12
Tallahassee, Florida·
3.5
(8) review
1501 Governors Square Blvd, Tallahassee, FL 32301-3020
15
Start:Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park
Tallahassee, Florida·
3.5
(7) review
Urban Air Adventure Park is much more than a trampoline park. If you're looking for the best year-round indoor attractions in the Tallahassee area, Urban Air is the perfect place. With new adventures behind every corner, we are the ultimate indoor playg
16
Start:Proof Brewing Company
Tallahassee, Florida·
4.5
(72) review
Founded by Byron & Angela Burroughs in 2012, Proof Brewing Company prides itself on being an industry leader of innovative beers. Proof Brewing Co. produces big, bold, flavorful beers and remains committed to true artisanal brewing methods in an evolving industry. The brewery has received numerous awards and recognition from the world renowned Hunaphu’s Day, World Beer Cup, Best Florida Beer, and Paste Magazine. Proof Brewing Company is a proud member of the Florida Brewers Guild.
17
Start:Chens Massage Clinic
Tallahassee, Florida·
4.0
(8) review
3111 Mahan Dr, Tallahassee, FL 32308-5548
18
Start:Black Archives Research Center and Museum
Tallahassee, Florida·
4.5
(7) review
219 Apalachee Pkwy Union Bank, Tallahassee, FL 32307-0001
19
Start:Tallahassee Museum
Tallahassee, Florida·
4.5
(717) review
Nestled within 52 acres of flora and fauna, the Tallahassee Museum is an oasis close to the heart of downtown. The Tallahassee Museum features a working 1880s pioneer farmstead, native Florida wildlife habitat (including panthers and red wolves), cypress swamp, Jim Gary's 20th Century Dinosaurs, and the all new Tallahassee Tree to Tree Adventures (an outdoor zip line and adventure course for kids and adults). Come enjoy the great outdoors with us at the Tallahassee Museum- where nature, history, science, and fun come together!
20
Start:Capital City Pedicabs
Tallahassee, Florida·
5.0
(7) review
Founded in early 2013, we are the first pedicab company in the Tallahassee metropolitan area. We strive to reduce our carbon footprint one pedicab at a time. Our service area includes Downtown,Gaines Street,All Saints, Railroad Square, College Town, and FSU. Each one of our pedicabs is powered by a well trained, certified and licensed driver. They serve as "Ambassadors" for the City of Tallahassee and Leon County and are more than happy to provide information about the city's restaurants, nightlife and family friendly venues. The Capital City Pedicab fleet is brought to you by Main Street Pedicabs, one of the largest and most distinguished pedicab manufacturers in North America. Every one of our pedicabs has 21 speeds, utilizes hydraulic brakes for safe stopping, electric running lights and rear axle differentials for tight turning. Our pedicabs strive to provide that "central park" carriage ride nostalgic feeling.
21
Start:Florida State University
Tallahassee, Florida·
4.5
(814) review
600 W College Ave, Tallahassee, FL 32306
22
Start:Tally Cat Cafe
Tallahassee, Florida·
5.0
(7) review
2218 N Monroe St, Tallahassee, FL 32303-4732
23
Start:Rabbit Creek Market
Tallahassee, Florida·
5.0
(8) review
2811 Capital Cir NE Ste 2, Tallahassee, FL 32308-3878
24
Start:Lake Tribe Brewing Company
Tallahassee, Florida·
4.5
(7) review
Tallahassee based craft brewery, brewing beers that celebrate the great outdoors through their tastes, aromas, and pairings. Offering weekly brewery tours and tastings of their ruggedly robust locally crafted ales.
25
Start:Bradley's Country Store
Tallahassee, Florida·
4.5
(75) review
Since 1927, Bradley's has made the best, old fashioned, country smoked and fresh sausage that money can buy. Using a secret family recipe, our sausage is made weekly and does not contain gluten, sugar, artificial ingredients or preservatives. It is also compliant with a variety of diet programs, such as Whole 30, Keto and Paleo! Sausage isn't all we have to offer! Take a drive out into the country on the beautiful canopy roads where you'll feel as if time has slowed down. Spend hours out on the picnic tables listening to birds sing and the wind blow through the canopy of Oak Trees and Spanish moss. Some may even get the chance to witness how we make our grits the old fashioned way, using an old Ford tractor and a Grist Mill dating back to the early 1930's. Join us for lunch where you can sit in a rocking chair on the front porch and savor a Bradley's sausage dog, RC Cola and a Moon Pie!
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The distance is 325 miles
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