Central Sarasota, FL

Sarasota

Causeway Park featuring general coastal views
Central Sarasota which includes a garden
Central Sarasota showing food and dining out
Central Sarasota featuring interior views and heritage elements
Central Sarasota showing outdoor eating as well as a small group of people

Popular places to visit

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens featuring a park

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens

See a world-class collection of orchids and tropical bromeliads and walk through peaceful mangrove and palm gardens in this botanical park.

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall

Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall

See a diverse range of exciting musical, dance and comedy shows at this architectural landmark inspired by the jagged shape of seashells.

Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
Central Sarasota featuring interior views and heritage elements

Sarasota Opera House

Here, 1920s style meets 21st-century luxury in a fully restored Mediterranean Revival opera house and cultural institution, complete with its own opera company.

Sarasota Opera House
Nice park in Sarasota Florida, including water jets and playground, kids had a blast! There's also a tiki bar next door for a cheeky cocktail. #kidsfun

Bayfront Park

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Bayfront Park, a lovely green space in Sarasota. Wander the beautiful beaches and marina in the area.

Bayfront Park
Florida Studio Theatre featuring signage

Florida Studio Theatre

You can make plans for a show at Florida Studio Theatre on your trip to Sarasota. Wander the beautiful beaches and marina in the area.

Florida Studio Theatre
Causeway Park which includes a bridge and a river or creek as well as a couple

Causeway Park

Causeway Park is just one of the places to see in Sarasota, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

Causeway Park

Things to do

HydroCats

HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour

￥22,714
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour
Kayak Tour through Mangrove Tunnels

Mangroves, Manatees, and a Hidden Beach: Kayak Tour

￥8,274
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Mangroves, Manatees, and a Hidden Beach: Kayak Tour
Signature Service at the Spa- Refreshment Bar, Access to Serenity Lounge

Signature Service at the Spa- Refreshment Bar, Access to Serenity Lounge

￥15,425
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Signature Service at the Spa- Refreshment Bar, Access to Serenity Lounge
Sarasota Guided Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Tour

Sarasota Guided Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Tour

￥8,248
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Sarasota Guided Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Tour
Clear Kayak Glass Bottom Day Tour - Sarasota

Clear Kayak Glass Bottom Day Tour - Sarasota

￥10,128
per adult
Clear Kayak Glass Bottom Day Tour - Sarasota
Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour

Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour

￥9,087
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
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Central Sarasota Hotel Deals

Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection

Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
1255 North Palm Avenue Sarasota FL
The price is ￥34,989 per night from Jan 5 to Jan 6
￥34,989
￥44,501 total
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Same as always……..EXCEPTIONAL AND AWESOME!! THe nice touches you all do really stand out. Warm cookies, sangria at sign in and ALL the goodies in the room make for an awesome stay. It’s our go to in Sarasota and has awesome bar and restraunt.

Reviewed on Dec 16, 2025

Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection
The Westin Sarasota

The Westin Sarasota

4 out of 5
100 Marina View Drive Sarasota FL
The price is ￥40,857 per night from Dec 24 to Dec 25
￥40,857
￥50,090 total
Dec 24 - Dec 25
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this 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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,152 reviews)
Very clean and nice staff. Loved the location. The rooftop bar and pool area was a great view. True prices were really good and the Cuban was very large and delicious!

Reviewed on Dec 17, 2025

The Westin Sarasota
The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota

The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota

5 out of 5
1111 Ritz Carlton Dr Sarasota FL
The price is ￥103,113 per night from Jan 21 to Jan 22
￥103,113
￥126,771 total
Jan 21 - Jan 22, 2026
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Excellent property and staff

Reviewed on Dec 14, 2025

The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota
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 ￥32,036 per night from Jan 6 to Jan 7
￥32,036
￥40,594 total
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,657 reviews)
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Reviewed on Dec 17, 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL
voco Sarasota by IHG

voco Sarasota by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1223 Boulevard Of The Arts Sarasota FL
The price is ￥34,832 per night from Jan 6 to Jan 7
￥34,832
￥45,636 total
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
Nice staff, room was great

Reviewed on Dec 16, 2025

voco Sarasota by IHG
Aloft Sarasota

Aloft Sarasota

3.5 out of 5
1401 Ringling Boulevard Sarasota FL
The price is ￥29,183 per night from Jan 5 to Jan 6
￥29,183
￥32,977 total
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Everything was excellent

Reviewed on Dec 12, 2025

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Other neighborhoods around Central Sarasota

Sarasota which includes a sandy beach as well as children

Downtown Sarasota

If you're spending some time in Downtown Sarasota, Sarasota Opera House and Regal Hollywood - Sarasota are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Sarasota
This place is Fantastic ! The sidecar was yummy. Great place for a special dinner and one of Sarasota's finest restaurants. If I was going to tell a visitor to the area to visit our city's best dining experience... this is it! #localgem

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.

Arlington Park
We loved visiting The Donut Experiment on Anna Maria Island where you can create your own hot cake donut dipped in the icing of your choice and finished off with an amazing topping. From left to right - TOP: coconut flaked chocolate glazed, Reese's Piece chocolate glazed, salted caramel BOTTOM: Oreo crumble chocolate glazed, Fruity Pebbles strawberry glazed, Reese's Puff peanut butter drizzle chocolate glazed. #donut #donuts #florida #foodie #foodietravel #travelblog #foodblog #traveling #colorful #island #vacation #bestof5

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.

Bird Key
Sarasota Jungle Gardens showing bird life

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.

Indian Beach Sapphire Shores
St. Armands Circle featuring a statue or sculpture

Saint Armands Key

Beaches and restaurants are just a few things travelers like about Saint Armands Key. A stop by St. Armands Circle is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

Saint Armands Key
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Southgate

4/5(2 area reviews)

When in Southgate, you can plan a visit to Lido Beach and Siesta Key Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Southgate

Central Sarasota, FL