Gillespie Park, FL
Sarasota
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Popular places to visit
Lido Beach
Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Lido Beach, a popular beach in Sarasota. Wander the picturesque gardens or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
St. Armands Circle
Consider this area as a circular outdoor mall. Like any mall, you can shop, dine, browse or just people-watch. Unlike most malls, this one never closes to walkers.
Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium
See hungry sharks and delicate seahorses at this research aquarium that specializes in the sea life that flourishes on Florida’s central west coastline.
Mall at University Town Center
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Mall at University Town Center during your visit to Sarasota. Attend a sporting event or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.
Nathan Benderson Park
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Nathan Benderson Park, a lovely green space in Sarasota. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
You can spend time studying the exhibits at John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art during your trip to Sarasota. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Things to do
Mangrove Tunnel & Manatee Kayak Eco-Tour
Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour
Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
Siesta Key Electric Bike Sunset Tour
Signature Service at the Spa- Refreshment Bar, Access to Serenity Lounge
Gillespie Park Hotel Deals
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
Fun retro
Reviewed on Apr 9, 2026
Kompose Boutique Hotel
Have stayed here twice. Enjoy staying here. Will be back again.
Reviewed on Apr 9, 2026
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
Four of my girlfriends had a visit and enjoyed two of the rooms here. The breakfast which was complementary was nice. The staff here was more than pleasant. The room was clean and plenty of space.
Reviewed on Apr 9, 2026
Tropical Beach Resorts
Very clean, Staff was very friendly and helpful
Reviewed on Apr 8, 2026
Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
Not much of a breakfast. Cheap and not cheerful. The coffee is awful. I love a coffee in the morning but this was hot water, well warm, with a few sprinkles of coffee. They run out of hot water to make tea and Swiss Miss hit chocolate mix. Don’t make your decision on their fake breakfast. Pool bar ...
Reviewed on Apr 8, 2026
Lido Beach Resort
The good: staff was over the top friendly, cheerful, helpful, couldn’t do enough for you. The restaurant Drift is amazing. Bar is great, food is excellent, service above and beyond. The not so good: Beach chairs are reserved at 7am when they open but aren’t physically sat in until 10:30-11:00. We ...
Reviewed on Apr 6, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Gillespie Park
Central Sarasota
Gardens, art galleries, and theaters are some highlights of Central Sarasota. Make a stop by Sarasota Opera House or Marina Jack while you're exploring.
Downtown Sarasota
If you're spending some time in Downtown Sarasota, Sarasota Opera House and Regal Hollywood - Sarasota are top sights worth seeing.
Arlington Park
Arlington Park might not have many top sights, but Marie Selby Botanical Gardens and Marina Jack are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Bird Key
While Bird Key isn't home to many top sights, Lido Beach and South Lido Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
Indian Beach Sapphire Shores
While visiting Indian Beach Sapphire Shores, you might make a stop by sights like Sarasota Jungle Gardens and John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art.
North Sarasota
While North Sarasota might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ed Smith Stadium and Sarasota Jungle Gardens.
