Circus Secrets of Sarasota Tour (Discover Sarasota Tours): Prices & What to Expect
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The Short Answer
Circus Secrets of Sarasota is a 90-minute tour of “Circus City USA,” focused on the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey legacy. It starts around $54.99 with free parking, is for ages 10+, and Discover Sarasota Tours holds a 4.8 Google rating from about 1,600 reviews.
Sarasota became the circus’s winter home in 1927, and the town is still full of reminders. This tour stops at circus landmarks hiding in plain sight, from the St. Armands Ring of Fame to the Little People’s Houses.
What People Love
- Circus stories. Showmen, performers and the colorful characters who made Sarasota home.
- Hidden landmarks. Sites most visitors walk right past.
- Lunch option. Add lunch at the circus-themed Cirque Ringside with the tour + lunch package.
Heads Up
It’s ages 10+ and very history-focused, so it’s better for adults and older kids than young families.
What to Expect
- Length: about 90 minutes.
- Price: from about $54.99 (tour + lunch option available).
- Departs: 1826 4th St (free parking).
- Stops include: Indian Beach, Payne Park, Main Street and the St. Armands Ring of Fame.
Good to Know Before You Book
- Pair it with a visit to The Ringling museum.
- The same company runs the Sarasota City Sightseeing tour.
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Keep Planning
- Sarasota Vacation Guide
- Haunted Sarasota Trolley Tour
- Siesta Key Travel Guide
- Sarasota City Sightseeing Tour
This listing is based on the operator’s published details and Google reviews. Vacation Florida hasn’t done this in person yet. Prices were checked in October 2026 and can change.
Circus Secrets Tour FAQ
What is the Circus Secrets of Sarasota tour?
A 90-minute guided tour of Sarasota’s circus history and landmarks, focused on the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus.
How much is the Circus Secrets tour?
It starts at about $54.99, with a tour + lunch option.
Why is Sarasota called Circus City?
The Ringling circus made Sarasota its winter home in 1927, and many performers settled there.
Where does the tour start?
At Discover Sarasota Tours, 1826 4th St, with free parking.
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