• Sarasota - Travel throughout the downtown Sarasota area.

• Bottled water available
• Air-conditioned transport

Kathryn Chesley, an actress and tour guide, excels in wearing period costumes to portray Sarasota’s most influential women, including Mable Ringling, Marie Selby, and Bertha Palmer. She shares the captivating stories of Sarasota and how these remarkable women and their unique contributions shaped the city into what it is today.

Experience history coming to life in an engaging and informative manner on this 90-minute city trolley tour, led by the costumed guide Kathryn Chesley. She alternates between playing the roles of Mable Ringling (wife of John Ringling), Marie Selby (wife of William Selby and philanthropist), or Bertha Palmer (rancher and developer).

Discover what Sarasota was like a century ago through the perspectives of these influential women during their time in the city. Explore Sarasota’s historical sites and learn about its significant development.

Each week’s air-conditioned tour highlights a different pioneering woman and emphasizes her unique contributions to Sarasota.

• Guests must be 12+; no children under 12 allowed except on our family tours designed for children 3-11. No children under 3. Every guest must have a paid ticket in order to board.
• PLEASE NOTE: Video, audio and film recording of any performance by patrons is strictly prohibited.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.