Central Sarasota Travel Guide
Sarasota
Visit Central Sarasota
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
HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour
Experience Parasailing in Sarasota
Clear Kayak Glass Bottom Day Tour - Sarasota
Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
City Sightseeing Trolley Tour of Sarasota
Murder Mystery Trolley: Who Killed The Circus Queen?
Top hotels in Central Sarasota
Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection
Same as always……..EXCEPTIONAL AND AWESOME!! THe nice touches you all do really stand out. Warm cookies, sangria at sign in and ALL the goodies in the room make for an awesome stay. It’s our go to in Sarasota and has awesome bar and restraunt.
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
The Westin Sarasota
Great place to stay! Close to everything downtown! Only thing I didn’t like is anyone off the street could get on elevators and access rooftop pool and bar.
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota
Excellent property and staff
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL
Just perfect
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
voco Sarasota by IHG
Nice staff, room was great
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Aloft Sarasota
Everything was excellent
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
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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.
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.
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 Lido Beach and Siesta Key Beach.
