Glen Oaks Travel Guide
Sarasota
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

Mangroves, Manatees, and a Hidden Beach: Kayak Tour

Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour

Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour

City Sightseeing Trolley Tour of Sarasota

Anna Maria Island - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour

Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
Top hotels in Glen Oaks

Kompose Boutique Hotel
Excelente
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025

Tropical Beach Resorts
Room was clean. Location was perfect. Staff was very courteous. Walked to beach every day and restaurants also within walking distance.
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025

Carlisle Inn
All the above.
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
Everything was wonderful. Lodging staff food amenities. View. Couldn’t have been nicer.
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025

Hibiscus Suites - Gateway to Siesta Key
How close it is to Siesta Key. We can walk to the beach.
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025

Lido Beach Resort
Great experience
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Glen Oaks

The Meadows
The gardens and lake views are a few reasons travellers visit The Meadows. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Nathan Benderson Park and Mall at University Town Center are a few top sights nearby.

Pinecraft
While there might not be top attractions in Pinecraft, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Ed Smith Stadium and Marie Selby Botanical Gardens.

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.

Fruitville
Restaurants, beaches and shopping highlight some of the notable features of Fruitville. Make a stop by Nathan Benderson Park while you're exploring.

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.

Arlington Park
Though Arlington Park may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Sarasota Art Museum and Marie Selby Botanical Gardens.
