Downtown Sarasota Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Regal Hollywood - Sarasota
You can take time to visit Regal Hollywood - Sarasota during your travels to Sarasota. Experience the area's art scene and festivals.
Payne Park
After visiting Payne Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Sarasota. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Selby Library
Selby Library is just one of the places to see in Sarasota, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the marina or experience the area's art scene.
Artisans' World Marketplace
You can do some window-shopping at Artisans' World Marketplace during your visit to Sarasota. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Things to do
Mangroves, Manatees, and a Hidden Beach: Kayak 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
Amish Experience Trolley Tour: Bridges to Understanding
Top hotels in Downtown Sarasota
Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection
While the hotel offers satisfactory accommodations, the high pricing structure necessitates the inclusion of at least two complimentary bottles of water, as all amenities within the room are subject to additional charges.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Kompose Boutique Hotel
Very clean hotel! We will definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
I looked
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Tropical Beach Resorts
Great place to stay. Enjoyed the close beach access and place was clean.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
The pool was very enjoyable. The staff were excellent and very accommodating.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Azul Resort Siesta Key
Beautiful place. Check out is at 10 - a bit early. I asked to stay a couple hours in the parking spot so we could go to the beach. It was affirmative and we left 2 hours later, which is the time that was relayed. Then I was charged $11.25. That was not relayed that there would be a charge.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Sarasota
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.
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 St. Armands Circle and Lido Beach.
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.
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.
Pinecraft
While there might not be top attractions in Pinecraft, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Bobby Jones Golf Complex and Ed Smith Stadium.
