Siesta Key travel guide
Siesta Key Tourism | Siesta Key Guide
You're Going to Love Siesta Key
With a population of 6,565, Siesta Key is a must-see destination in Florida, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 7 days in order to fully appreciate everything Siesta Key has to offer.
Where to Eat in Siesta Key
If you’re looking for affordable options, Summer House (149 Avenida Messina) and Gilligans Island Bar & Grill (5253 Ocean Blvd) are great picks.
When to visit Siesta Key
How to Get to Siesta Key
Plane
When flying to Siesta Key, you’ll arrive at Sarasota Bradenton Intl (SRQ), which is located 9 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Siesta Key from the United Arab Emirates departs from Dubai and takes around 34h 07m.
Car
Another option to get to Siesta Key is to pick up a car hire from Miami, which is about 178 miles from Siesta Key. You’ll find branches of Budget and Sixt, among others, in Miami.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Siesta Key, including RedCoach, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Tampa, the bus ride to Siesta Key takes 70 miles and will cost you around AED 235. From Fort Myers, the ticket costs about AED 147 for a journey of 70 miles.
Airlines serving Siesta Key
Where to stay in Siesta Key
Average rates range from around AED 1,211 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to AED 1,989 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Siesta Key
Most booked hotels in Siesta Key
Hiring a car in Siesta Key
Expect to pay AED 3.60 per litre in Siesta Key (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between AED 43.19 and AED 57.59. The most frequently booked car type in Siesta Key is Standard (Ford Edge or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Chevrolet Spark or similar) is, on average, 57% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.