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Popular places to visit

Lido Beach showing general coastal views and a sandy beach

Lido Beach

4.5/5(1,225 reviews)

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.

Lido Beach
St. Armands Circle featuring a statue or sculpture

St. Armands Circle

4.5/5(1,234 reviews)

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.

St. Armands Circle
Mall at University Town Center

Mall at University Town Center

4.5/5(363 reviews)

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.

Mall at University Town Center
Ringling Museum Complex showing a park

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.

John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium featuring signage

Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

4.5/5(297 reviews)

See hungry sharks and delicate seahorses at this research aquarium that specializes in the sea life that flourishes on Florida’s central west coastline.

Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium
Nice pathway in front of Goldstein Hall. This IS an art school so you will always see a continuously changing landscape of public art displayed around campus. #localgem

Ringling College of Art and Design

5/5(21 reviews)

Walk around the campus at Ringling College of Art and Design as part of your travels around Sarasota. In the area, take in the fascinating museums and beautiful sunsets.

Ringling College of Art and Design

Things to do

Kayak Tour through Mangrove Tunnels

Mangroves, Manatees, and a Hidden Beach: Kayak Tour

￥7,956
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Mangroves, Manatees, and a Hidden Beach: Kayak Tour
Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour

Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour

￥9,402
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
HydroCats

HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour

￥21,077
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour
Anna Maria Island and Bradenton Beach: Parasailing Tour

Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour

￥14,320
per adult
Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour
Sarasota: Seabob Experience

Sarasota: Seabob Experience

￥26,024
per adult
Sarasota: Seabob Experience
Naples Florida: Downtown Electric Moped Tour

Naples Florida: Downtown Electric Moped Tour

￥9,109
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Naples Florida: Downtown Electric Moped Tour
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Lake Sarasota Hotel Deals

Kompose Boutique Hotel

Kompose Boutique Hotel

3 out of 5
965 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL
The price is ￥23,781 per night from Jul 19 to Jul 20
￥23,781
￥28,657 total
Jul 19 - Jul 20
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,147 reviews)
"Great place with lovely staff. Rooms were very clean. Pool area was nice and you can get wine and beer."

Reviewed on Jul 15, 2025

Kompose Boutique Hotel
Tropical Beach Resorts

Tropical Beach Resorts

3.5 out of 5
6717 Sara Sea Circle, Siesta Key, FL
The price is ￥27,718 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
￥27,718
￥34,687 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Siesta Key. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (4,766 reviews)
"Great location. Close to private beach and walking distance to awesome restaurants and nightlife. Very friendly staff."

Reviewed on Jul 13, 2025

Tropical Beach Resorts
Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL

Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL

3.5 out of 5
202 North Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL
The price is ￥21,230 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
￥21,230
￥28,128 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,509 reviews)
"Amazing very good service good customer service and nice weather, the view in the hotel spectacular. I love everything I will be back again."

Reviewed on Jul 13, 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL
Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway

Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway

3 out of 5
6600 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL
The price is ￥16,327 per night from Aug 11 to Aug 12
￥16,327
￥18,450 total
Aug 11 - Aug 12
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,450 reviews)
"Publix across the street and close to beach and restaurants. Staff is helpful and nice. Pool is clean and the grounds or pretty. The bed and pillows were very comfortable."

Reviewed on Jul 14, 2025

Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
DoubleTree by Hilton Sarasota Bradenton Airport

DoubleTree by Hilton Sarasota Bradenton Airport

4 out of 5
8009 15th Street E, Sarasota, FL
The price is ￥16,379 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
￥16,379
￥18,508 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,349 reviews)
"Emily at the front desk as a pleasure!"

Reviewed on Jul 14, 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Sarasota Bradenton Airport
The Westin Sarasota

The Westin Sarasota

4 out of 5
100 Marina View Drive, Sarasota, FL
The price is ￥22,486 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
￥22,486
￥29,083 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,029 reviews)
"Awesome hotel, perfect area!"

Reviewed on Jul 15, 2025

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Other neighborhoods around Lake Sarasota

Cheese Blintzes - Grilled crepes with cottage and ricotta cheeses, flavored with orange zest and served with homemade blueberry sour cream sauce and a side of cheesy potato casserole from the Broken Egg in Sarasota.

Bee Ridge

4.5/5(69 area reviews)

Bee Ridge is well-liked for many features, particularly its beaches, restaurants, and shopping. Though there might not be top sights in Bee Ridge, consider a stop by Siesta Key Beach or Siesta Key Marina, located nearby.

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Sarasota Springs

4/5(1 area review)

The beaches and restaurants are a few reasons travelers visit Sarasota Springs. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Ed Smith Stadium and Marie Selby Botanical Gardens are a few top sights nearby.

Sarasota Springs
We helped with the Grand Opening of the Time to Revive National Office in Sarasota. Time to Revive was started over 10 years ago in Dallas, Texas. In 2016 Time to Revive came to Sarasota for a week which turned into 4 weeks and 40 churches working together love and share the Gospel. The International leader and founder Kyle Martin shared a vision for attendees.

Fruitville

4.5/5(142 area reviews)

Restaurants, beaches, and shopping highlight some of the notable features of Fruitville. Make a stop by Nathan Benderson Park while you're exploring.

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South Gate Ridge

South Gate Ridge is well-liked for its churches. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Sarasota area, you might plan a trip to Siesta Key Beach or Siesta Key Marina.

South Gate Ridge
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Pinecraft

4.5/5(242 area reviews)

While Pinecraft isn't home to many top sights, Ed Smith Stadium and Marie Selby Botanical Gardens are some notable places to visit nearby.

Pinecraft
Legacy Trail

Palmer Ranch

When in Palmer Ranch, you can plan a visit to Stoneybrook Golf & Country Club and Turtle Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Palmer Ranch

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