Sarasota Sports History Tour

Sarasota Sports History Tour

Our guide Jon MacDonald will regale you with stories from the colorful history of sport in Sarasota, including baseball, golf, and water sports.

Itinerary
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Pass By: Payne Park, 2010 Adams Ln, Sarasota, FL 34237-7006

Hear about the baseball greats who played at Payne Park.

Pass By: Bobby Jones Golf Complex, 1000 Circus Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34232-1228

Learn about John Hamilton Gillespie, the Scotsman who brought golf to Florida.

Pass By: Sarasota Ski-A-Rees Water Ski Show, 1602 Ken Thompson Pkwy, Sarasota, FL 34236-1004

See where the Ski-A-Rees perform.

Pass By: Ed Smith Stadium, 2700 12th St, Sarasota, FL 34237-3000

Hear from local sports fan Jon MacDonald about the history of baseball, golf, & water sports in Sarasota. Meander through historic neighborhoods, visiting important places like Payne Park, Bobby Jones Golf Course and the Ed Smith Baseball Stadium.

During spring training (March), we're also offering a Tour + Spring Training Transport Ticket for $35: you can park at Ed Smith stadium, get picked up by our trolley for the tour before the game, and get dropped back at the stadium at the end of the tour to enjoy your ballgame.