Rainy Day? 10 Things to Do in Sarasota When It Pours

Florida showers usually pass quickly, but when they do not, here are our favorite indoor plans.

"Things to do in Sarasota when it rains" is a search almost every visitor makes at some point. Summer storms usually blow through in an hour, but some days call for a plan B.

Culture first: The Ringling's art museum and circus museum, the Sarasota Art Museum, Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium and The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature in Bradenton can each fill a morning. Catch a matinee at one of Sarasota's theaters, or browse the galleries on Palm Avenue.

For something low-key, wander the shops at the Mall at University Town Center or St. Armands Circle (bring an umbrella), take a cooking-from-the-farmers-market day at home, or settle in with board games and a movie.

And remember: a heated pool is still a heated pool in a light drizzle. Just come inside if you hear thunder.

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