Central Sarasota Travel Guide
Sarasota
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
Florida Studio Theatre
You can get tickets for a performance at Florida Studio Theatre during your stay in Sarasota. Wander the beautiful beaches and marina in the area.
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.
Things to do
Mangroves, Manatees, and a Hidden Beach: Kayak Tour
Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour
Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
Experience Parasailing in Sarasota
Clear Kayak Glass Bottom Day Tour - Sarasota
Top hotels in Central Sarasota
The Westin Sarasota
Excellent hotel!! We will come back definitely!!!
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection
Wonderful hotel in downtown Sarasota. The entire experience was amazing with comfortable accomodations, beautiful atmosphere, great bar/restaurant and gracious staff. Thank you for such a memorable stay.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota
Everything and everyone was wonderful. The street was a bit loud sometimes at night.
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
voco Sarasota by IHG
Staff was great
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL
Easy and efficient check in. Food was very good at Bridges Restaurant. Friendly staff throughout property. Clean rooms.
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Aloft Sarasota
Clean , friendly staff , great location
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Central Sarasota
Downtown Sarasota
While visiting Downtown Sarasota, you might make a stop by sights like Sarasota Opera House and Regal Hollywood - Sarasota.
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.
Bird Key
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bird Key and surrounding area, you can visit Lido Beach and South Lido Park.
Saint Armands Key
Beaches and restaurants are just a few things travellers like about Saint Armands Key. A stop by St. Armands Circle is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
Southgate
While there might not be top attractions in Southgate, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Sarasota Art Museum and Siesta Key Beach.
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.
Central Sarasota Travel Guide
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Hotels Near Central Sarasota, Sarasota
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- North Sarasota Hotels
- Laurel Park Hotels
- Main Street Merchants Hotels
- North Trail Hotels
- Rosemary District Hotels
- Newtown Hotels
- Park East Hotels
- Hudson Bayou Hotels
- Gillespie Park Hotels
- Harbor Acres Hotels
- Burns Square Hotels
- Avondale Hotels
- Bungalow Hill Hotels
- Bayfront Hotels
