Learn about the origins of Sarasota as a circus town. Visit exciting historical landmarks that harken back to the fanciful days of the Barnum & Bailey circus. Glide through town in style in a retro tramcar.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- Covid-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 2 minutes
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English
- Wheelchair accessible
Experience
Highlights
- Pick up local insight into the early days of Sarasota
- See the original train cars used to transport the circus
- Visit the Circus Walk of Fame on St. Armands Key
Full description
Learn about the vibrant history of Saratoga as a circus hotspot on a vintage, air-conditioned trolley. As you visit key city landmarks, you’ll hear stories of the colorful cast of circus characters, showmen, and performers who called Sarasota home during the heyday of “the greater show on earth.”
See where a family of little people lived, as well as the former enclosure of M’Toto the gorilla. Learn about John Ringling, Charles Ringling and Ida Ringling North and how they build Sarasota to be what it is today. Visit Bob’s Train, the St. Armands Key, and many other circus city stops as you traipse through beautiful Sarasota.
Includes
- 90-minute trolley tour
- Bottled water
- Gratuities — it is recommended to tip the guide/driver 15-20% at end of the tour
Covid-19 precautions
Customers must book this activity online because the ticket office is closed
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- Customers must keep distance in vehicles
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
- Customers will get a mandatory temperature check
Select participants and date
Participants
Date
Prepare for the activity
Meeting point
Important information
Not allowed
- Pets
Know before you go
- This tour is nonrefundable