Shell Beach
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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.
Siesta Key Beach
The soft, white sand on Siesta Key’s award-winning family-friendly beach is perfect for relaxing under a sun umbrella and taking part in a game of volleyball.
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.
Causeway Park
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Causeway Park, a lovely green space in Sarasota. Wander the beautiful beaches and marina in the area.
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.
Best Lodging Options Near Shell Beach
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![Hyatt Regency Sarasota](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/27300/27206/bd597624_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
![Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21000/20959/d734514b_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
![Siesta Key Beach Resort and Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/9600/9560/a07b24a7_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
![Stunning Siesta Key,, .close to Shell Beach HEATED POOL low Fees](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46160000/46152800/46152750/99b6179b_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
![Lido Beach Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/40000/34600/34597/f1585d3e_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
![Tropical Breeze Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/880000/879700/879629/feca1249_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
![The Westin Sarasota](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16820000/16819000/16818933/03c1f9e9_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
![Vacation delight! Cozy condo just steps from the beach and St. Armands circle.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33950000/33940900/33940859/8decc4cb_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
![Siesta Key Beachside Villas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9690000/9681100/9681036/01022449_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)