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Siesta Key’s Struggles with Parking

Siesta Key: So Many Visitors…So Little Parking?

According to most recent statistics, nearly one million visitors flock each year to Siesta Key to enjoy a slice of paradise: white sand beaches, clean waters, spectacular sunsets and a wide range of activities and attractions, from beach fun to tours and unique shopping.

As you might expect, one million visitors mean a lot of vehicles are crowding this beautiful barrier island at any given time. Where do they all park?

Parking on Siesta Key can be an issue at times…but rest assured that, for the most part, the island is equipped to handle the traffic flow and you can find parking for beaches, stores and hotels. Is it always easy? No. But by planning it right, and depending on where you park, you should be okay.

Below we have provided an in-depth look at the ins and outs of parking on Siesta Key to give you some guidance as to where to find the best places to leave your car and an idea of how difficult it might be to find a spot to park your car before your park yourself on the beach, at a restaurant or at any attraction the island has to offer.

Beach Parking on Siesta Key

Beach parking is likely the most difficult when it comes to parking on Siesta Key. Would you expect any less in a place where beaches are the main attraction?

Each of the island’s beaches have parking, but they fill up fast despite having hundreds of spaces each (about 800 for Siesta Key Beach, 200-400 for other public beaches like Lido Beach and Turtle Beach); get there early is the general consensus. You can find smaller lots at various access points; for instance, Siesta Key Public Beach has more than a dozen accesses, and at many of these you’ll find some parking (typically 20-25 spaces).

It is not recommended to find parking on side streets near the beaches, as in most cases there are homes along these beaches and parking may not be allowed. You might find private homeowners who charge a bit to use their yards, but these might be few and far between.

Parking at a public lot away from the beach and using a free ride service or trolley service is certainly an option well worth exploring and taking advantage of!

Plan Your Visit

Looking for the perfect place to call home during your next beach escape? Look no further than Tropical Breeze Resort! Our Siesta Key resort has everything you need for the perfect stay. Book your stay today and prepare for the best vacation of your life!

Siesta Key Village Parking for Shops & Restaurants

If you’re hitting the unique shops or any one of the many fine or casual restaurants on Siesta Key, you’ll find parking on the premises for the most part.

The famous Siesta Key Village has a municipal parking lot where you can leave your car and walk the shops and eateries, though there are only 60 spots here. There are many more lots scattered about, but you’ll have to do a bit more walking (if the weather’s right–you’ll enjoy the walk!)

Perhaps one of the main problems with restaurant and store parking is that sometimes these spots are gobbled up by beachgoers, who can’t find parking once the beach lots have filled up and who don’t mind walking several blocks to the beach rather than giving up a beach day altogether.

Places to Stay Near Siesta Key Village

Tropical Breeze Resort, for instance, boasts FIVE beach access points; you’re just steps away from Siesta Public Beach! No worrying about the public parking spaces here, just leave your car where you parked it when you arrived and walk to the sand. The resort guests are within walking distance of Siesta Key Village where you can shop, eat and even enjoy the nightlife without ever starting your car!

Jump on the trolley in the heart of the Village and reach the rest of the island with the breeze blowing through your hair and a scenic drive to keep you occupied.

About the Tropical Breeze Resort

The Tropical Breeze Resort is a collection of rooms grouped around separate courtyards that may have tropical gardens, heated pools, tiki huts, and shared grills for guest use. All of our rooms are walking distance to both the Village and the beach, but some are closer than others. See our resort map.

If location is the most important item on your list of places to stay, you can’t do better than our boutique Siesta Key hotel. With luxury amenities and professionally decorated interiors, no two rooms are the same allowing you to customize your vacation experience. And the best part? All our beach resort rooms are pet-friendly, so you don’t have to leave your furry best friend behind!

Parking on Siesta Key doesn’t have to be a bother, as long as you plan ahead and stay in the right place! Check out our resort rooms here!

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