Helpful Info
HOURS
| Monday | 10 AM – 5 PM |
| Tuesday | 10 AM – 5 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM – 5 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM – 8 PM* |
| Friday | 10 AM – 5 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM – 5 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM – 5 PM |
*Thursdays: after 5 PM only the Museum of Art and Bayfront Gardens are open.
Holiday Hours: Closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Day
Directions
The address for entrance to The Ringling is 5401 Bay Shore Rd, Sarasota FL 34243.
From Sarasota
Drive North on North Tamiami Trail (US 41) to University Parkway. Turn left onto the esplanade leading to the Museum. Turn right into the parking lot of the FSU Center for Performing Arts.
From Bradenton
Drive South on North Tamiami Trail (US 41) to University Parkway. Turn right onto the esplanade leading to the Museum. Turn Right into the parking lot of the FSU Center for Performing Arts.
From I-75, Exit 213
Drive West on University Parkway. At University Parkway and North Tamiami Trail (US 41) continue straight through the traffic light onto the esplanade leading to the Museum. Turn Right into the parking lot of the FSU Center for Performing Arts.
From Sarasota/Bradenton SRQ Airport
Upon exiting the airport turn right onto University Parkway. At University Parkway and North Tamiami Trail (US 41) continue straight through the traffic light onto the esplanade leading to the Museum. Turn Right into the parking lot of the FSU Center for Performing Arts.
Parking
All parking is free and is available on both sides of the drive approaching the Museum of Art. On the north side, you may park in the large FSU Center for the Performing Arts parking lot. An unpaved parking lot is also available on the south side on the drive.
Accessible Parking: Accessible parking spaces are located on the northern side of the parking area near the Visitors Pavilion. Visitors must traverse the distance from the parking lot to the Visitors Pavilion.
Public Transportation: For current Sarasota County Area Transit (SCAT) route information visit https://www.scgov.net/scat
Dining
The Ringling Grillroom
Located in the Visitors Pavilion, The Ringling Grillroom offers dine-in and take-away service. The Ringling Grillroom is open Sunday – Wednesday 11 AM to 5:30 PM; Thursday – Sunday 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM . For menus and reservations visit OpenTable.com.
Mable’s Coffee and Tea
Located upstairs in the Visitors Pavilion, Mable’s proudly serves Starbucks® hot and cold beverages and features a number of made-fresh daily salads, sandwiches, and parfaits along with baked goods to satisfy your sweet tooth. Mable’s is open daily from 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Ringling Concessions
Our newest dining concept offers a tempting array of big top favorites as well as fresh salads, sandwiches and more. Located near Ca’ d’Zan, Ringling Concessions is open daily from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Please note: posted hours are weather permitting and are subject to change.
Picnics
Yes! You may bring your picnic. Picnic coolers are allowed in designated picnic areas during regular business hours and picnic tables are located in the Dwarf Garden and the Playspace.
Please note: Coolers are not allowed at special events and programs.
Museum Store
It’s the ultimate gift shop! With books, jewelry, toys, home goods, and more, there is something for everyone. Located inside the Visitors Pavilion, the Museum Store is open during regular museum hours. The store is open to the public, and Museum Admission is not required to visit the store.
If you are a vendor and would like us to consider selling your products, submit your request here: Submit Your Product
Policies
Souvenir Photography, Video, and Audio Recording
Still and video photography is permitted for private, noncommercial use outdoors and in the museum’s galleries. Video and audio recording of guided tours is prohibited, as is the use of flash. Tripods and monopods are permitted on the grounds but are not allowed inside the venues. Photographs cannot be published, sold, reproduced, transferred, or commercially distributed. Learn more or book a photoshoot
Exit and Re-entry
Guests who choose to leave the museum on the date of their visit are allowed re-entry the same day, provided they are still wearing the wristband received upon arrival.
Sketching Policy
You are welcome to use The Ringling as an art-making space, respecting the following guidelines:
- Pencils, sketchbooks, and notebooks are permitted both indoors and outdoors.
- Pens, markers, paints, clay, and easels are permitted only outside on the grounds; they are not permitted in the Museum of Art courtyard, the galleries, or inside the venues.
- Please be respectful of other visitors and avoid blocking access to the exhibits or the flow of foot traffic.
Bicycles, Scooters, Skateboards & Roller Blades
Bicycles, scooters, skateboards & roller blades are not allowed on the estate. Bicycle racks are located across the street from the Visitors Pavilion.
Visiting the Playspace
For everyone’s safety please do not bring sand buckets, shovels, balls, or other toys to the playground.
Coolers
Coolers and outside food and beverages are not allowed at special events and programs.
