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

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
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
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

￥21,643
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour
Private Professional Vacation Photoshoot in Sarasota

Private Professional Vacation Photoshoot in Sarasota

￥29,198
per adult
Private Professional Vacation Photoshoot in Sarasota
4 Hour Inshore Fishing Charter Sarasota Siesta Key Bradenton

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#1 Top Rated - Calm Water Inshore Fishing Charter In Your Area
Picture 1 for Activity Fly Above Water, eFoil Adventure in Sarasota

Fly Above Water, eFoil Adventure in Sarasota

￥37,115
per adult
Fly Above Water, eFoil Adventure in Sarasota
Downtown Sarasota Dinner Tour

Downtown Sarasota Dinner Tour

￥22,640
per adult
Downtown Sarasota Dinner Tour
Half Day Eco and Dolphin Boat Tour in Siesta Key

Half Day Eco and Dolphin Boat Tour in Siesta Key

￥100,211
per traveler
Half Day Eco and Dolphin Boat Tour in Siesta Key
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Central Sarasota Hotel Deals

The Westin Sarasota

The Westin Sarasota

4 out of 5
100 Marina View Drive, Sarasota, FL
The price is ￥21,253 per night from Sep 28 to Sep 29
￥21,253
￥27,694 total
Sep 28 - Sep 29
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,083 reviews)
"Had a wonderful stay I will definitely recommend to others"

Reviewed on Sep 17, 2025

The Westin 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 ￥21,253 per night from Sep 28 to Sep 29
￥21,253
￥28,160 total
Sep 28 - Sep 29
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! (1,615 reviews)
"Good breakfast, especially the made to order omelette, and the $28 resort fee can be used at the restaurant or bar on site. Highly recommend the jalapeño margarita at the bar! The manager’s special happy hour is nice for socializing by the pool (M-F), but the snacks are minimal. Overall, a nice stay ..."

Reviewed on Sep 18, 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL
Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection

Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
1255 North Palm Avenue, Sarasota, FL
The price is ￥24,708 per night from Oct 5 to Oct 6
￥24,708
￥32,601 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on Sep 19, 2025

Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection
voco Sarasota by IHG

voco Sarasota by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1223 Boulevard Of The Arts, Sarasota, FL
Fully refundable
The price is ￥19,677 per night from Sep 29 to Sep 30
￥19,677
￥25,934 total
Sep 29 - Sep 30
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay at the property. It was very clean and safe. Staff extremely helpful and friendly."

Reviewed on Sep 16, 2025

voco Sarasota by IHG
Aloft Sarasota

Aloft Sarasota

3.5 out of 5
1401 Ringling Boulevard, Sarasota, FL
The price is ￥19,973 per night from Sep 28 to Sep 29
￥19,973
￥22,570 total
Sep 28 - Sep 29
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star 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! (1,004 reviews)
"Near most of points of interest We did not like that they do not have a restaurant on site where we could buy a decent breakfast or dinner"

Reviewed on Sep 17, 2025

Aloft Sarasota
The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota

The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota

5 out of 5
1111 Ritz Carlton Dr, Sarasota, FL
The price is ￥81,225 per night from Sep 24 to Sep 25
￥81,225
￥101,402 total
Sep 24 - Sep 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star 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! (1,004 reviews)
"Love"

Reviewed on Sep 7, 2025

The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota
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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
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 Sarasota Art Museum and Siesta Key Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Southgate
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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.

North Sarasota

Central Sarasota, FL