South Sarasota

Sarasota

Photo by Emma De Fry
Photo by Emma De Fry

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

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

€92
per adult
Cortez: Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour
Naples Florida: Downtown Electric Moped Tour

Naples Florida: Downtown Electric Moped Tour

€58
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Naples Florida: Downtown Electric Moped Tour
Sarasota Guided Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Tour

Sarasota Guided Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Tour

€55
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Sarasota Guided Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Tour
Having fun on our City Tour

City Sightseeing Trolley Tour of Sarasota

€79
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Trolley Tour of Sarasota
Sarasota Florida Sport Fishing: Skyway Fishing Tours

Sarasota Florida: Skyway Fishing Tours

€510
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Sarasota Florida: Skyway Fishing Tours
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Top hotels in South Sarasota

Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
3 out of 5
4675 N Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL
Fully refundable
The price is €105 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
€105
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
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 31 Mar to 1 Apr
€122
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
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 28 Apr to 29 Apr
€168
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 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 6 Apr to 7 Apr
€137
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 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! (154 reviews)
"Love that there are six pickelball courts here and two great restaurants. We arrived late but no need to leave here"

Reviewed on 29 Mar 2025

Palmetto Marriott Resort & Spa
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
4 out of 5
12324 Manatee Avenue West, Bradenton, FL
The price is €226 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
€226
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Bradenton. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,312 reviews)
"Nice modern super clean hotel. Stayed there 4 nights. The staff was amazing. Easy to get to the beaches, shopping."

Reviewed on 27 Mar 2025

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
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Other neighbourhoods around South Sarasota

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Ridge Wood Heights

Ridge Wood Heights is well liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Sarasota area, you might plan a trip to The Landings or Gulf Gate Mall.

Ridge Wood Heights
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Southgate

While there might not be top attractions in Southgate, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Siesta Key Beach and Lido Beach.

Southgate
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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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Arlington Park

Though Arlington Park may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Marie Selby Botanical Gardens and Marina Jack.

Arlington Park
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Gulf Gate Estates

4/5(2 area reviews)

Pristine beaches and ample dining options are well-reviewed features of Gulf Gate Estates. Make a stop by top sights like Gulf Gate Golf Club while you're exploring the area.

Gulf Gate 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

South Sarasota

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