You've made it to paradise. The bags are unpacked, the Gulf is sparkling, and then it hits you: your swimsuit is still sitting on your bed back home. Or maybe it's the sunglasses, sandals, sunscreen and more. Don't worry, it happens all the time, and it's an easy fix.
Swim City has stores close to some of the Sarasota area's most popular beaches, stocked with swimwear, cover-ups, sunglasses, sandals and more, so you can get back to vacation fast. And you'll be in good hands: Swim City was voted #1 Best Swimwear in Sarasota Magazine's Best of Sarasota 2026.
Staying on Siesta Key?
Swim City – Siesta Key (Stickney Point)
1960 Stickney Point Rd., Sarasota, FL 34231
(941) 922-4545 · 9am–6pm every day
Our flagship store sits on Stickney Point Road at the gateway to Siesta Key. Swim City has been at this spot since 1968, about a half mile from the Stickney Point bridge, so it's an easy stop on your way to or from the beach.
Staying on Longboat Key?
Swim City – Longboat Key
3170 Gulf of Mexico Dr., Longboat Key, FL 34228
(941) 383-2288 · 8:30am–5pm Mon–Sat; 9am–5pm Sun
Right on Gulf of Mexico Drive, our Longboat Key store means you don't even have to leave the island to replace a forgotten suit.
Staying on Lido Key or St. Armands?
Lido Key sits right between two of our stores, so you've got options. Head north to our Longboat Key store (above), or go east across the John Ringling Causeway to our Downtown Sarasota store:
Swim City – Downtown Sarasota
50 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34236
(941) 954-8800 · 9am–6pm every day
Your Grab-and-Go Beach Kit
Forgot more than the swimsuit? Here's the whole kit at a glance, and you can pick up all of it in one stop:
- A swimsuit (and maybe a backup)
- A cover-up or sarong
- Polarized sunglasses
- A hat and a UPF sun shirt or rash guard
- Sunscreen (mineral, if your suit is white; see below)
- Bug spray for sunset
- Sandals
- A beach towel and a sand-friendly tote
- A waterproof phone pouch
- After-sun care
- …and more
Here's what to look for in each:
Swimwear
Women's one-pieces, bikinis, tankinis and more in a wide range of sizes, plus men's volleys, boardshorts and more. Shop women's swimwear, one-pieces, men's volleys, boardshorts and more.
Cover-ups and sarongs
For the walk to lunch, the beach bar or the drive back to your rental. A sarong is the ultimate packable cover-up: one piece of fabric can be tied as a skirt, a dress and several other ways. Browse women's cover-ups from brands like J. Valdi, Jordan Taylor and more.
Polarized sunglasses
Gulf glare is no joke. Polarized lenses cut the reflected glare off the water and sand. See our sunglasses, from Costa and Maui Jim to budget-friendly Goodr and more.
Hats and sun protection
A wide brim or a cap, plus a UPF sun shirt or rash guard for long days in the sun. Shop hats, women's rash guards, men's rash guards, Free Fly sun shirts and more.
Sunscreen
Florida sun is strong year-round. Pick up sunscreen and after-sun care from brands like Sun Bum and more in our sun care collection.
Bug spray for sunset
The bugs come out when the sun goes down. We carry Body Guard, a DEET-free bug spray, for evenings on the sand.
Sandals
Sand gets hot! Grab a comfy pair from OluKai, Reef and more in our footwear collection.
Towels, bags and phone protection
Beach towels from Nomadix and more, plus beach bags to carry it all. The Nomadix AirMesh Tote is made of mesh, so sand falls right through and wet gear can dry. Add a Booe waterproof phone pouch for photos by the water, and a cooler from Kanga, ICE MULE and more for drinks and snacks.
After-sun care
End the day with after-sun care like Solar Recover, made right here in Florida in Fort Myers, and more.
For the kids
Little ones forget things too. We carry kids' swimwear and accessories and more.
Buying a White Swimsuit? Read This First
White and light-colored suits look amazing against a Gulf Coast tan, but some sunscreens can leave yellow or rust-colored stains on them. The usual culprit is avobenzone, a common chemical sunscreen filter that can react with minerals like iron in water and sweat.
- Check the label. Look for avobenzone in the Active Ingredients on the Drug Facts panel.
- Choose mineral sunscreen for white suits. Mineral formulas use zinc oxide or titanium dioxide instead of avobenzone, so they're the safer choice. Sun Bum Mineral sunscreens, made with zinc oxide, are one option we carry.
- Let it soak in. Apply sunscreen and let it absorb before you put on a light-colored suit.
- Wash your suit after every swim. A swimsuit cleaner like Summer Solutions helps: add two capfuls to a sink of water, swish your suit, wring it gently (no rinse needed) and lay it flat to dry. Find it in our Summer Solutions collection.
Visiting in the Cooler Months?
Winter on the Gulf Coast brings mild, sunny days and breezy evenings, and plenty of visitors still spend their afternoons on the sand. Pack a light layer for sunset: a Free Fly hoodie or something from our women's sweaters & hoodies, men's jackets & hoodies and more is perfect for dinner on the water.
Need It to Fit, Fast?
Vacation is not the time to fight with a fitting room. No appointment needed: stop in, and our team will be happy to help you find a suit that works for your body and your plans, whether that's floating in the Gulf, chasing kids on the sandbar or heading to dinner on the water. Quick tip: if a suit doesn't list a cup size, it's usually built for a B–C cup, so ask us about D/DD and bra-sized styles if you need more support.
Handy Services for Visitors
- Don't want to pack it? We can ship items to your home.
- Your size isn't in this store? We can transfer it from another Swim City location or special order it when the brand has it. It can take a few days or more, so ask early in your trip.
- Need to think it over? We can hold items for you while you finish your beach day.
- Shopping ahead of your trip? Order at swimcity.com and choose in-store pickup at the store closest to where you're staying.
Know Before You Go
- Bring your receipt: it makes exchanges easier on non-sale items. Swimwear can't be returned once worn, soiled or washed. See our Exchanges & Returns policy for details.
- Questions? Call our customer service team at 1-800-210-6221, or call the individual store using the numbers above.
See You at the Beach
Forgetting your swimsuit doesn't have to cost you a beach day. Stop by Swim City on Siesta Key, on Longboat Key or in downtown Sarasota, and we'll get you back on the sand in no time. Find all of our locations on our store locator.
