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.
Five Points Park
You can take time to visit Five Points Park during your travels to Sarasota. Stroll along the marina or experience the area's art scene.
Things to do
Mangrove Tunnel & Manatee Kayak Eco-Tour
Sarasota Guided Mangrove Tunnel 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
Top hotels in Downtown Sarasota
Aloft by Marriott Sarasota
"Enjoyed my stay."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection
"Well designed and maintained property with many artistic touches, attractive artwork, furnishings, etc. Convenient in-town location from which it is easy to walk to many shops and restaurants, farmers market, and marina. Wonderful views from the roof-top bar and swimming pool. We enjoyed most of ..."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Kompose Boutique Hotel
"This is a very quaint funky place/hence”boutique”. Clean, super comfortable beds, awesome breakfast, pool, hot tub….Wonderful One elevator was having issues, other was fine. Everything else was superb! Will come back for sure."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
"El lugar está espectacular muy lindo limpio y buena atención también tiene una buena ubicación recomendado 100%"
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Tropical Beach Resorts
"From checking in to check out, everything was great location was perfect not too crowded. No partier restaurants within walking distance."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
"This is an old hotel with little amenities. Daily housekeeping was not available. Pool is small and dirty, hut tub was not working, sink in room was clogged. This was not what I expected with the Hilton"
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Downtown Sarasota
South Sarasota
While visiting South Sarasota, you might make a stop by sights like The Landings and Coconuts Family Entertainment Center.
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.
Palmer Ranch
While there might not be top attractions in Palmer Ranch, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Jim Neville Marine Preserve and Turtle 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.
Southgate
While there might not be top attractions in Southgate, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lido Beach and Siesta Key Beach.
