South Gate Ridge Travel Guide

Sarasota

Popular places to visit

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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
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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
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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
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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
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Sarasota Jungle Gardens

5/5(1 review)

Chatter with a parrot, watch lemurs swing by, meet a flock of flamingos and explore a tropical oasis in this extensive botanical park.

Sarasota Jungle Gardens
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John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art

You can enjoy some culture when you stop by 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

Things to do

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Mangroves, Manatees, and a Hidden Beach: Kayak Tour

Rp773.150
Per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Mangroves, Manatees, and a Hidden Beach: Kayak Tour
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Taste of Winter Park (Greater Orlando area)

Rp1.778.245
Per adult
Taste of Winter Park (Greater Orlando area)
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Inshore Fishing by Charter in Sarasota

Rp8.504.650
Per adult
Inshore Fishing by Charter in Sarasota
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Sarasota Bar Hunt: Sarasota Slammin'

Rp190.350
Per adult
Sarasota Bar Hunt: Sarasota Slammin'
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6 Hour Private Luxury Boat Charter

Rp34.420.640
Per adult
6 Hour Private Luxury Boat Charter
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Half Day Private Luxury Boat Charter

Rp24.245.984
Per adult
Half Day Private Luxury Boat Charter
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Top hotels in South Gate Ridge

Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
3 out of 5
4675 N Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL
The price is Rp1.398.733 per night from 4 Jun to 5 Jun
Rp1.398.733
per night
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,530 reviews)
"Definitely coming back! Had an amazing girls trip with my BFF, daughter and granddaughter."

Reviewed on 31 May 2024

Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
Kompose Boutique Hotel
Kompose Boutique Hotel
3 out of 5
965 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL
The price is Rp1.462.770 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
Rp1.462.770
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,443 reviews)
"Good location, great value for area!!"

Reviewed on 1 Jun 2024

Kompose Boutique Hotel
Hyatt Regency Sarasota
Hyatt Regency Sarasota
4 out of 5
1000 Blvd Of The Arts, Sarasota, FL
The price is Rp2.584.227 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
Rp2.584.227
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a marina and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
Wonderful hotel
"I enjoyed my stay at this hotel from the staff to the amenities, the pool, restaurant and the comfortable room. My only issue was the elevators. They were extremely slow and very small considering most people had luggage with them. Everything else was wonderful!"

Reviewed on 27 May 2024

Hyatt Regency Sarasota
The Westin Sarasota
The Westin Sarasota
4 out of 5
100 Marina View Drive, Sarasota, FL
The price is Rp3.396.877 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
Rp3.396.877
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (981 reviews)
"Very nic"

Reviewed on 30 May 2024

The Westin Sarasota
Carlisle Inn
Carlisle Inn
3.5 out of 5
3727 Bahia Vista, Sarasota, FL
The price is Rp2.211.058 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
Rp2.211.058
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,465 reviews)
"Property was well maintained and overall clean. However, upon check in to the room, there were skid marks in the toilet bowl and a blood stain on the first hand towel we took out to use when drying hands."

Reviewed on 31 May 2024

Carlisle Inn
Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach
Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach
3 out of 5
1540 Ben Franklin Dr, Sarasota, FL
The price is Rp2.909.287 per night from 4 Jun to 5 Jun
Rp2.909.287
per night
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Stay at this beach hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. Popular ...
7/10 Good! (1,313 reviews)
"We had a great time , getting the room was last minute due to my grandmother had a stroke. Staff was pleasant we had a ocean front room the veiw was beautiful and it most certainly helped me relax"

Reviewed on 30 May 2024

Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach
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Other neighbourhoods around South Gate Ridge

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Bee Ridge

5/5(1 area review)

Notable for its beaches, restaurants and shopping, Bee Ridge is a sought-after destination for many travellers visiting Sarasota. If you want to see some sights in the area, check out Siesta Key Beach or Siesta Key Marina.

Bee Ridge
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Ridge Wood Heights

Travellers like the parks in Ridge Wood Heights, and Bee Ridge Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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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Sarasota Springs

The beaches and restaurants are a few reasons travellers visit Sarasota Springs. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Ed Smith Stadium and Marie Selby Botanical Gardens are a few top sights nearby.

Sarasota Springs
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Gulf Gate Estates

4/5(2 area reviews)

The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Gulf Gate Estates. A stop by Gulf Gate Mall or Gulf Gate Golf Club might round out your trip.

Gulf Gate Estates
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South Sarasota

While visiting South Sarasota, you might make a stop by sights like The Landings and Coconuts Family Entertainment Center.

South Sarasota

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