Gulf Tides of Longboat Key offers a number of recreational opportunities and a superb location near the cities of Tampa, Sarasota, and Fort Myers. At the resort's beach, you can enjoy all types of water activities. The resort features a lighted tennis court, heated outdoor pool, bikes, shuffleboard, and barbecue grills. Close by, both Sarasota and Bradenton offer golf, fishing, and horseback riding. Sight-seeing attractions include Asolo State Theater, Sarasota Jungle Gardens, art galleries, the Ringling Museum Complex, shopping, and dining around famous St. Armand's circle.