Bayou Oaks

Sarasota

Popular places to visit

Lido Beach

Lido Beach

4.5/5(31 reviews)

Nothing says holiday 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 which includes a statue or sculpture

St. Armands Circle

4.5/5(23 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(10 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Mall at University Town Center during your trip to Sarasota. Attend a sporting event or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.

Mall at University Town Center
Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

4.5/5(4 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
John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art

John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art

You can spend time exploring the galleries in John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art in Sarasota. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
Ed Smith Stadium

Ed Smith Stadium

Catch an event at Ed Smith Stadium during your trip to Sarasota. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

Ed Smith Stadium

Things to do

Kayak Tour through Mangrove Tunnels

Mangroves, Manatees, and a Hidden Beach: Kayak Tour

€55
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Mangroves, Manatees, and a Hidden Beach: Kayak Tour
HydroCats

HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour

€135
per adult
HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour
Anna Maria Island and Bradenton Beach: Parasailing Tour

Cortez: Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour

€84
per adult
Cortez: Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour
Naples Florida: Downtown Electric Moped Tour

Naples Florida: Downtown Electric Moped Tour

€65
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Naples Florida: Downtown Electric Moped Tour
Sarasota Guided Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Tour

Sarasota Guided Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Tour

€54
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Sarasota Guided Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Tour
Having fun on our City Tour

City Sightseeing Trolley Tour of Sarasota

€64
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Trolley Tour of Sarasota
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Top hotels in Bayou Oaks

Hyatt Place Sarasota/Bradenton Airport
Hyatt Place Sarasota/Bradenton Airport
3 out of 5
950 University Parkway, Sarasota, FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €175 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
€175
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
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 helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Good room lotsa space very little seating for breakfast"

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2025

Hyatt Place Sarasota/Bradenton Airport
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
3 out of 5
4675 N Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL
The price is €105 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
€105
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,799 reviews)
"Excellent staff, nice clean hotel in a location that feels like is a little separated from most of Sarasota's best and most popular destinations (with Ringing Museum being the obvious exception). I do wish their tiki bar would have food at night, especially if I'm trying to not have to go out again ..."

Reviewed on 27 Mar 2025

Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
Kompose Boutique Hotel
Kompose Boutique Hotel
3 out of 5
965 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL
The price is €122 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
€122
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,657 reviews)
"Excellent!"

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2025

Kompose Boutique Hotel
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 €168 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
€168
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
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! (1,198 reviews)
"Super."

Reviewed on 28 Mar 2025

Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
Tropical Beach Resorts
Tropical Beach Resorts
3.5 out of 5
6717 Sara Sea Circle, Siesta Key, FL
The price is €295 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
€295
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
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! (4,600 reviews)
"Place was great. Friendly staff and rooms were clean and newly remodeled. Easy 100 yard walk to the beach at most along a path. Can’t wait to see the rest of the remodels taking place."

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2025

Tropical Beach Resorts
Palmetto Marriott Resort & Spa
Palmetto Marriott Resort & Spa
4.5 out of 5
600 US HIGHWAY 41, Palmetto, FL
The price is €137 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
€137
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Palmetto. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Palmetto Historical Park and Manatee ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (147 reviews)
"Pools very nice"

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2025

Palmetto Marriott Resort & Spa
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Other neighbourhoods around Bayou Oaks

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
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North Sarasota

While North Sarasota isn't home to many top sights, Ed Smith Stadium and Sarasota Jungle Gardens are some notable places to visit nearby.

North Sarasota
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Central Sarasota

4.5/5(21 area reviews)

Gardens, art galleries and theatres highlight some of the noteworthy features of Central Sarasota. Make a stop by Sarasota Opera House or Marina Jack while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Central Sarasota
Sarasota showing a beach as well as children

Downtown Sarasota

While visiting Downtown Sarasota, you might make a stop by sights like Sarasota Opera House and Artisans' World Marketplace.

Downtown Sarasota
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Whitfield Estates

While there might not be top attractions in Whitfield Estates, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Powel Crosley Estate and Ca’ d’Zan.

Whitfield Estates
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Bird Key

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bird Key and surrounding area, you can visit St. Armands Circle and Lido Beach.

Bird Key

Bayou Oaks

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