Indian Beach Sapphire Shores Travel Guide
Sarasota
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Popular places to visit
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.
Sarasota Jungle Gardens
Chatter with a parrot, watch lemurs swing by, meet a flock of flamingos and explore a tropical oasis in this extensive botanical park.
Ca’ d’Zan
Circus magnate John Ringling left a legacy to Sarasota with this Venetian-Gothic mansion, complete with sprawling bayside gardens and an impressive art collection.
New College of Florida
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of New College of Florida during your travels in Sarasota. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
McCurdy's Comedy Theatre
You can make plans for a show at McCurdy's Comedy Theatre during your trip to Sarasota. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Sarasota Ballet
You can get tickets for a performance at Sarasota Ballet during your trip to Sarasota. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or experience its fascinating museums.
Things to do
Mangrove Tunnel & Manatee Kayak Eco-Tour
Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour
Sarasota Guided Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Tour
HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour
Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
Top hotels in Indian Beach Sapphire Shores
Kompose Boutique Hotel
"Minimalist design"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
"Very clean,staff and workers were very kind and helpful in every way possible"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
"The staff was very helpful. Tyler and Bryan the bartenders were great. They couldn't have been more fun and entertaining. The entire place had a fun retro vibe."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Tropical Beach Resorts
"Amazing service"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
"We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We had a few issues with hot water but that was resolved once we brought it up to the desk. My only downfall is that were a little further from the beach. But there is a ride service offered at the hotel so that helped tremendously. We loved the pool and the pizza ..."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Carlisle Inn
"I have stayed here a dozen times, it is the cleanest friendliest hotel I have ever stayed in. I can't say this enough, if you are in the area, there is no better hotel anywhere near this price point"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Indian Beach Sapphire Shores
Bayou Oaks
While there might not be top attractions in Bayou Oaks, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Sarasota Jungle Gardens and John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art.
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.
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.
Whitfield Estates
While there might not be top attractions in Whitfield Estates, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Powel Crosley Estate and Ca’ d’Zan.
Downtown Sarasota
While visiting Downtown Sarasota, you might make a stop by sights like Sarasota Opera House and Regal Hollywood - Sarasota.
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.
