Oyster Bay Travel Guide
Sarasota
Visit Oyster Bay
Popular places to visit
Lido Beach
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.
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.
Mall at University Town Center
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.
Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium
See hungry sharks and delicate seahorses at this research aquarium that specializes in the sea life that flourishes on Florida’s central west coastline.
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.
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.
Things to do
Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour
HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour
Parasailing Adventure above the Gulf of Mexico
Experience Parasailing in Sarasota
Clear Kayak Glass Bottom Day Tour - Anna Maria Island
Clear Kayak Glass Bottom Day Tour - Sarasota
Top hotels in Oyster Bay
Kompose Boutique Hotel
Overall, excellent experience the hallways on the floor is the lighting is so cool and modern. In the room is spacious, modern, very nice looking. I had an excellent experience.
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Tropical Beach Resorts
Updated, clean room. They thought of Everything one could possibly need. Amazing new tropical pool. Very friendly Staff. Close to the beach and great eating options within walking distance!
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
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Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Carlisle Inn
This was our second stay at the Carlisle Inn - always extremely clean, classy and the employees go out of their way to make for a pleasant stay.
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Hibiscus Suites - Gateway to Siesta Key
Enjoyed the 1-night business stay. Suite had great space and amenities within were a great find. Site fit my business travel and plan to return.
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Captiva Beach Resort
Very nicely updated room that was clean and spacious with everything needed in the kitchen and bathroom. Very quiet, relaxing, safe neighborhood just steps from a beautiful white sand beach. It's a down low retro Florida vibe that recharges you. The Frog Hop is a free trolley that takes you around ...
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Oyster Bay
South Sarasota
While visiting South Sarasota, you might make a stop by sights like The Landings and Coconuts Family Entertainment Center.
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.
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.
Southgate
While there might not be top attractions in Southgate, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lido Beach and Siesta Key Beach.
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.
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.
