Sarasota Springs Travel Guide

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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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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
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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

Things to do

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Mangroves, Manatees, and a Hidden Beach: Kayak Tour

Rp773.150
Per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Mangroves, Manatees, and a Hidden Beach: Kayak Tour
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City Sightseeing Trolley Tour of Sarasota

Rp1.066.947
Per adult
98% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Trolley Tour of Sarasota
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Seabob Snorkel in Sarasota Florida

Rp3.865.750
Per adult
Seabob Snorkel in Sarasota Florida
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Downtown Walking Food Tour in Sarasota

Rp1.700.930
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Downtown Walking Food Tour in Sarasota
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Sarasota Guided Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Tour

Rp912.317
Per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Sarasota Guided Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Tour
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Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour - Sarasota

Rp1.005.095
Per adult
Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour - Sarasota
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Top hotels in Sarasota Springs

Kompose Boutique Hotel
Kompose Boutique Hotel
3 out of 5
965 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL
The price is Rp1.230.196 per night from 20 May to 21 May
Rp1.230.196
per night
20 May - 21 May
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews.
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,376 reviews)
"Property was clean, modern and very well priced. As for the bathroom situation, I feel is lacking privacy within the room. I was with friends and felt like I had nowhere to dress or undress before a shower, other than in the shower. With all that said I would still stay here again as the price and ..."

Reviewed on 11 May 2024

Kompose Boutique Hotel
Hyatt Regency Sarasota
Hyatt Regency Sarasota
4 out of 5
1000 Blvd Of The Arts, Sarasota, FL
The price is Rp2.173.347 per night from 27 May to 28 May
Rp2.173.347
per night
27 May - 28 May
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a marina and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews.
8/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"The hotel's condition feels a little old, and some places need to be upgraded, but the hotel staff are very friendly, and especially the breakfast was very satisfying"

Reviewed on 4 May 2024

Hyatt Regency Sarasota
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
4 out of 5
12324 Manatee Avenue West, Bradenton, FL
Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,222 reviews)
Quick stay near Bradenton
"Quick one night stay while visiting friends in Bradenton. Clean cute hotel that was convenient to the ocean, beaches and other nearby attractions. Room was nice. Had a big bathroom and a balcony with a view of the marina. Only one complaint- the elevator. The first day there only one was working ..."

Reviewed on 12 May 2024

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Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
Carlisle Inn
Carlisle Inn
3.5 out of 5
3727 Bahia Vista, Sarasota, FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.183.034 per night from 22 May to 23 May
Rp2.183.034
per night
22 May - 23 May
Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,434 reviews)
"Area around the hotel was not very touristy. It was primarily family housing."

Reviewed on 11 May 2024

Carlisle Inn
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
3 out of 5
4675 N Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL
Fully refundable
The price is Rp1.616.703 per night from 22 May to 23 May
Rp1.616.703
per night
22 May - 23 May
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! (1,527 reviews)
"Liked it all!"

Reviewed on 9 May 2024

Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
Siesta Key Beach Resort and Suites
Siesta Key Beach Resort and Suites
2.5 out of 5
5311 Ocean Blvd, Siesta Key, FL
The price is Rp3.168.118 per night from 27 May to 28 May
Rp3.168.118
per night
27 May - 28 May
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free bicycles on-site and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews.
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"Beautiful, clean and convenient"

Reviewed on 10 May 2024

Siesta Key Beach Resort and Suites
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Other neighbourhoods around Sarasota Springs

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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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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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South Gate Ridge

South Gate Ridge is well liked for its churches. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Sarasota area, you might plan a trip to Siesta Key Beach or Siesta Key Marina.

South Gate Ridge
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Fruitville

5/5(2 area reviews)

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

Fruitville
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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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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.

Arlington Park

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