A very cute a fun museum!…read more My group and I came here mostly to see the manatees but enjoyed the rest of the museum as well. We went through the exhibits on the two floors relatively quickly but they were interesting to look at. I liked the emphasis on Florida specific history. The planetarium was interesting and the seats were very comfortable. The manatees were obviously the highlight. We were able to see two babies, Sorbet and Juneau, right at feeding time. The top view of the water had a superior view. Overall, while I'm not from here so I'm not sure when I'd be back if I went, I really enjoyed my time here.

Had a wonderful time here. Lost track of time and spent nearly hours there. Well maintained…read moreexhibits. Friendly and knowledgeable staff. The planetarium was awesome. We went to two shows. Very informative.

We booked the Uncovering Ca' d'Zan Guided Tour ($40 per person) before flying to Florida. The tour…read morelasts about 60-70 minutes and includes the main rooms on the first floor, a peek into the Tap Room with stories about indulgence and Prohibition during the 1920s, as well as select spaces on the second, third, and fourth floors of the Ringlings' magnificent waterfront mansion. I'm so glad I booked this tour! it was the highlight of our Florida trip. Our tour guide, Susan, was professional, knowledgeable, and full of humor. She made the entire experience both informative and relaxing. Ca' d'Zan is simply breathtaking. This stunning Mediterranean Revival mansion sits on the shores of Sarasota Bay and was built in the mid-1920s as the winter retreat of American circus magnate, entrepreneur, and art collector John Ringling and his wife, Mable Burton Ringling. Although the mansion is over 100 years old, it still radiates the glamour, elegance, and artistic vision of the Ringlings. Every room is filled with exquisite craftsmanship and thoughtful details that reflect their passion for art and architecture. One of my favorite features was the magnificent ceiling paintings by the Hungarian artist Willy Pogany. Each one tells a story from another era, preserving its beauty for generations to admire. Standing on the terrace overlooking Sarasota Bay, I couldn't help but be reminded of the atmosphere from the movie Great Expectations. There was something incredibly romantic, mysterious, and timeless about the view. To me, Ca' d'Zan feels alive. If you slow down and listen carefully, the mansion tells its own story. There is glamour. There is longing. There is sadness. There is hope. And somehow, there is a place for you within it. I absolutely fell in love with this place. Without a doubt, this was the best attraction we visited during our trip to Sarasota. I would highly recommend the Uncovering Ca' d'Zan Guided Tour to anyone visiting the area, and I will definitely return to explore the Museum of Art next time.

The Ringling is absolutely beautiful and there's way more to see than I expected. You get…read moreeverything from circus history to ancient art and artifacts, contemporary pieces, gorgeous grounds, statues and the rose garden. The roses were supposedly in season, but honestly that part was a little underwhelming. My personal favorites were the ancient artifacts and the circus miniature. There are also some parts of circus history that definitely haven't aged well, including minstrel depictions, but history is history and I appreciated that it wasn't sanitized. My biggest issue was being asked THREE separate times to show our wristbands while walking the grounds. Normally, no big deal, but we watched larger groups walk right by without being questioned while our group of three kept getting stopped, despite our wristbands being just as visible. By the third time, it was hard not to feel like we were being profiled. That was disappointing, especially after driving an hour for a close friend's birthday. I usually don't spend my money where I feel unwanted, but I wasn't going to let it ruin her day. Beautiful museum and absolutely worth experiencing, but that part of our visit left a bad taste in my mouth.

Been wanting to check this museum out forever. It did not disappoint…read more I knew Dalí was famous, but really got to appreciate his story and style here. The architecture of the building had great lighting and spaces. Not huge, but also not small. I believe they are expanding too. Cafe downstairs and a gift shop. Took two turns at the art work. One solo and one on the free tour. The tour is absolutely a must. I learned so much and got to get a better understanding for the pieces and artist. Gift shop was fun, but I expected more unique things. Pricer side. I'd say overall visit absolutely worth it. Nice walkable area nearby. If you're lucky, you'll see some dolphins!

2nd time for the Dome exhibits…read more 1st one was Pink Floyd it was amazing the acoustics were good. 2nd was the Sounds of Nature is was cool. This time there was time to walk around the museum. A very cool place to learn about Dalí and his work

What a fun Museum type of place to go. We got in with our NARM membership so there wasn't any…read moreadditional fee. I loved how interactive the place is. There are so many videos and hands on activities. They have a rope tying station, They have stations where you lift the flaps and you can learn more. When they talk about the orange groves you walk into a little building front. Inside they have more information. When you learn about the shipping industry you walk into a shipping crate and there is a little interactive video. When you learn about the ships that carried cargo they have a room you go into and they have a video. You choose what route you take on the monitor and then it tells you a story with live action about where you go into a room and they have a video presentation. Spoiler alert, there are pirate ships involved. It has multiple screens and you feel like you're in a Hollywood live action movie. This place is a must see for those history buffs and those that like to be entertained and enjoy interactive exhibits.

I'm so glad my family and I decided to spend our afternoon at the Tampa Bay History Center…read morerecently. The staff working were all very friendly and helpful. Our admission was free so I wasn't expecting much, but this museum has a lot to see and experience. We started at the 4th floor to see the pirate ship and worked our way down through the galleries. I really enjoyed learning about Tampa history as someone who is not from here at all and didn't know much. There are several interactive exhibits on each floor which I loved. My 7 and 8 year old had a great time and wanted to stay longer, but after 2 hours we had other obligations later that day. If you enjoy museums, I highly recommend visiting. Plus, there are ways to get free admission like checking out a pass from the library.

I didn't get the best photos and videos- I always forget I can review locations, events and…read moreactivities not only restaurants- Overall this place was amazing- beautiful history and art work what else do you want! Highly recommend

I've visited twice now, and both times I enjoyed myself! There is a docent, I can not remember her…read morename but she's an MBA from Chicago, who opened my eyes to the untold stories of Black cowboys and turned my attention to a few of the pieces. There are a series of quilts in particular that are absolutely breath taking. One identifies the often forgotten York, and his role in navigating resulting in the known history of Lewis and Clark. I went on days when the museum entry was waived (Juneteenth and during the month of July it's free for educators). Western art is not so much my preferred style so I don't think I'd pay to visit, but if this is your jam, head on over! The galleries will take you two plus hours to check out, so it's a nice place to stop in when you're looking for something to do in St Petersburg.

I went to Sunken Gardens on a Sunday and honestly just had a really chill time. It's a good spot to…read morespend an hour or 2 just walking around without feeling rushed. The place has been around forever so there's a bit of history to it and a ton of different plants throughout, which keeps it interesting as you go. They had a scavenger hunt going on which made it more fun than I expected, and my favorite part was easily the huge koi fish. I didn't realize how big they get until seeing them up close. Also got a nice discount on Groupon so that was a win. Definitely worth checking out if you're in the area and want something low key.

I heard a lot of great things about this place! I can see why. It's a relaxing garden stroll with a…read morenumber of unique paths. You can find a number of unique plant and animal species along the way. They had some seating areas scattered about and a place where it seemed like they hosted educational events and weddings. Overall, they take good care of the grounds. It was a bit warm in the summer time. Price is maybe a little steep for the magnate of the place. However I could see if local, totally might be worth a membership... especially if they do events.

I thought I was joining to dance and enjoy Polynesian culture but I gained so much more. Until you…read moreexperience the Ohana (family) of this halau (hula school) you cannot imagine how welcome you will feel and how it will seem these people have known and loved you forever. It's so much fun, such great exercise, colorful costumes, cool performances, and joy. My husband says I glow and I feel hula has made me come alive. When I joined in 2012 I weighed almost 50 pounds more than I do today. I was welcomed with open arms and am so very grateful I found this hula group. Regardless of your size, shape, or age you will feel welcome and enjoy hula with our group! E Komo Mai - I hope you will come join us for fun, culture, crafts, dance, family, and friendship!

From the owner: Halau Hula 'O Kilakilapilialohaikapu'uwai…read more "Hula School of Majestic Love that Clings to the Heart" Our Mission Statement: " Your shape, age, or background does not matter; all that matters is your desire to learn and dance Hula. Join us in dancing hula, both `auna (modern hula) and kahiko (ancient hula), Tahitian, Samoan Siva, Maori, oli (chanting), pa'i (playing drum, ipu/ipuheke, history, language, and sharing our aloha spirit with the community." A Message From Kumu: "A'ohe pau ka 'ike ka Halau ho'okahi" "not all knowledge is learned in one house/Halau. All that we have and share is of the grace of our Father in Heaven. All that we do is in hopes that we are making our Kupuna's proud. My goals and mana'o for this Halau are, and always will be, to ho'oimua what Master Kumuhula Uncle Hank and Kumuhula Auntie Kau'i have set in place for Florida. I will continue to teach the art of hula, through our works in the community." ~Kumu Kapilipu'uwai Hilary Patricia Silva, Halau Hula 'O Kilakilapilialohaikapu'uwai

Amazing !!! amazing 2 gardens…read more perfect for family with kids friendly and always helpful staff

It's a relatively small museum but for the price it's definitely worth it. It has rooms that cover…read morethe different eras and each era has a small collection of paintings, sculptures, and artifacts. Unless you are a complete art lover, expect to spend 60-90 minutes in there.

The museum is small but so fun. Be sure to join the 11 am free group tour…read more The ticket is 20 dollars and worth every bit of it. The museum is a quick stop in or has a group led tour. The selections in the exhibition are beautiful. Each one is surprisingly more beautiful and different than the next one. The service in the gift shop where you purchase your ticket is especially great. You can ask questions and receive polite answers. I really enjoyed my visit. Don't forget to watch the live glass demonstration across the street at the Morean Arts center. Tips are appreciated.

What a great collection - very quick stop in activity if you are in the area. Admission comes with…read morea glass blowing demo across the street which we were lucky enough to make. To make the experience even BETTER - @DanAlexander , the featured artist was the artist at the demo. It was absolutely wonderful.

My kids go to Victory Martial Arts Academy - Ruskin well, not anymore. My son tells me today that…read morethe bus driver took them off route yesterday and took my kids to his home, mind you the only 2 kids on his bus are my kids. My kids did not go inside of his house, but the driver needed to see if he had a package. The driver got off the bus and left my kids unattended while he checked to see if his package came. This is the same driver who started to drive off when my kids stepped on The bus without even sitting down and putting seat belts on- so he had multiple complaints against him from me. I speak to the owner today and I tell him it's only right he makes this situation right with me. The owner tells me I should feel bad for the driver because he fired him... Are you kidding me?? This guy literally kidnapped my kids for a little while he went on a joy ride to his house and I should feel bad that he got fired?

Victory has great classes that make fitness fun. Each Sensei has a unique style that helps you find…read morewhat is best for you. With classes for all ages, intermediate classes, and adult only classes, it's a great family experience.