Downtown Sarasota Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Regal Hollywood - Sarasota
You can take time to visit Regal Hollywood - Sarasota during your travels to Sarasota. Experience the area's art scene and festivals.
Payne Park
After visiting Payne Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Sarasota. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Artisans' World Marketplace
You can do some window-shopping at Artisans' World Marketplace during your visit to Sarasota. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Five Points Park
You can take time to visit Five Points Park during your travels to Sarasota. Stroll along the marina or experience the area's art scene.
Things to do
Mangrove Tunnel & Manatee Kayak Eco-Tour
Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
Sarasota Guided Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Tour
HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour
Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
Siesta Key Electric Bike Sunset Tour
Top hotels in Downtown Sarasota
Aloft Sarasota
Next offer that ice cream treat when checking in. We missed it both days. Fix that American Flag: get a much larger one for that big pole and higher quality so it won’t tear or wear out so fast.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection
The hotel was excellent. Food was good. Shuttle service to everywhere was fantastic! Great rooftop bar and pool area. Downtown location, which was perfect.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
I love the restored vintage look of the whole property and furnishings. I definitely would go back.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Kompose Boutique Hotel
The room was clean and some staff members were helpful. However the second floor had a strong smell (possibly mold)? Breakfast was ok. The floors in our room were not cleaned (dirty socks and feet) the day we got there. They also did not clean our room while we stayed even after we asked.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
Bed was extremely hard
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Tropical Beach Resorts
Convenient to dining. Beautiful new pool. Quick walk to beach.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Sarasota
Central Sarasota
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
