Cultural Tourism

Sarasota Travel and Tourism

Each year, the Sarasota Film Festival draws audiences from local, national and international markets to Sarasota and her Islands. After enjoying Sarasota's glittering sunsets and white sandy beaches, these guests spread the word about a cultural community that includes museums, operas, ballets and theatres.

To promote this cultural tourism in our region, the Sarasota Film Festival receives funding from the Tourist Development Tax allocated by the Tourist Development Council and administered by the Sarasota Arts Council.

Our Travel and Accommodations sponsors are available to help our community's guests make the most of their stay on the Gulf Coast.

The Longboat Key Club and Resort, the Official Club and Resort of the Sarasota Film Festival, offers accommodations, service and amenities for our distinguished guests and filmmakers. While the Club and Resort is tucked away on a gorgeous barrier island, it is just off the coast of Sarasota, providing convenient access to the festival screenings and events. More information is available at www.longboatkeyclub.com or by calling 888.237.5545.

Gulliver's Travels Inc., the Official Travel Agency of the Sarasota Film Festival, provides travel and accommodations assistance for VIP's, filmmakers and guests traveling to Sarasota for the festival. Gulliver's Travels is happy to offer their high-quality and personalized service to assist in coordinating every detail of your travel plans. Information is also available online at www.gulliversfl.com or at (941) 365-5360.

Limousine and Town Car services are donated by Gold Star Limousines. All guests of the Sarasota Film Festival desiring luxury transportation are welcome to contact Gold Star at (941) 748-4466.

As always, we encourage all of our guests to enjoy our many events responsibly. Nite Ride has generously offered a 25% discount to any Festival patron needing a ride home from a Festival Event. Just call 355-3557.

With so much to do and to see during your stay in Sarasota, we urge you to relax and dine at one of Sarasota's host of eclectic and stylish restaurants. Between the inventive cuisine of Zoria and the time-tested elegance of Michael's On East, and Mattison's City Grille, there are options both within walking distance of the theater and further from the crowd.

This year's 10th annual Sarasota Film Festival will be filled with film, fun and special events. We encourage you to attend as many functions as possible, mingling with our visiting stars, filmmakers and industry guests to enjoy the Sun. Cinema. Celebration!