Main Street Merchants Travel Guide
Sarasota
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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.
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.
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.
Nathan Benderson Park
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Nathan Benderson Park, a lovely green space in Sarasota. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
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.
Things to do
Mangrove Tunnel & Manatee Kayak Eco-Tour
Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour
Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
Experience Parasailing in Sarasota
Amish Experience Trolley Tour: Bridges to Understanding
Top hotels in Main Street Merchants
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
The staff was excellent- wish our room was a little more updated and clean. Overall though was a nice stay.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Kompose Boutique Hotel
If you want privacy when taking a shower or using the lavatory, forget it. The shower and toilet area has a barn door connecting the two. If someone is in the shower, no door for the toilet and its so hard to slide the door, you need another person helping. To make matters worse, there is NO shelves ...
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
Fabulous staff. So friendly and helpful. Breakfast had a variety of choices and everything we had was delicious. Our day by the pool was so much fun. Music, food and our “cabana girl” made the day even better. We will be back our next trip down
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Tropical Beach Resorts
Short walk to beach, can rent chairs, nice pool, clean and updated
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
The staff was very nice and accommodating, the pool and hottub were also nice
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Lido Beach Resort
Beautifuk facility.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Main Street Merchants
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.
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.
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.
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.
