This magnificent length of shoreline got its first road courtesy of circus magnate John Ringling in 1925. Originally, it extended only from New Pass at the southernmost tip to the Manatee County line, but Ringling envisioned a beautifully landscaped boulevard that would run the full length of the barrier island.
Longboat Key is refined island living. Locals spend mornings on the golf course, afternoons beachside, and evenings dining along the bay. Life here is unhurried and graceful — a blend of tropical beauty and resort-style amenities. With private communities, scenic bike paths, and world-class boating, Longboat is ideal for those who want to feel like they're always on vacation, but never far from home.
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7,512 people live in Longboat Key, where the median age is 71.5 and the average individual income is $138,251. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Longboat Key, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Penny's Ice Cream, Hugo II restaurant, and Ravi At St Regis.
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| Dining | 2.22 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Dining | 2.38 miles | 8 reviews | 4.6/5 stars | |
| Dining | 3.04 miles | 2 reviews | 3/5 stars | |
| Dining | 3.06 miles | 2 reviews | 4/5 stars | |
| Dining | 4.19 miles | 3 reviews | 4.3/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 1.87 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.31 miles | 8 reviews | 4.9/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.4 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.4 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.7 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.87 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 2.13 miles | 5 reviews | 4.6/5 stars | |
| Active | 3.32 miles | 1 review | 4/5 stars | |
| Active | 4.18 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Nightlife | 0.98 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.32 miles | 4 reviews | 4/5 stars | |
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Longboat Key has 4,172 households, with an average household size of 1.8. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Longboat Key do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 7,512 people call Longboat Key home. The population density is 1,842 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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