Fruitville Travel Guide

Sarasota

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Photo by Bill Dillard
Photo by Bill Dillard
Photo by Bill Dillard
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Popular places to visit

Lido Beach

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
Mall at University Town Center

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
St. Armands Circle which includes a statue or sculpture

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
John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art

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.

John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

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
Ringling College of Art and Design

Ringling College of Art and Design

Explore the campus of Ringling College of Art and Design during your visit to Sarasota. In the area, take in the fascinating museums and beautiful sunsets.

Ringling College of Art and Design

Things to do

Kayak Tour through Mangrove Tunnels

Mangroves, Manatees, and a Hidden Beach: Kayak Tour

฿1,785
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Mangroves, Manatees, and a Hidden Beach: Kayak Tour
HydroCats

HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour

฿4,732
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour
Private Luxury Boat Charter

Private Luxury Boat Charter

฿12,171
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Private Luxury Boat Charter
Sarasota: Seabob Experience

Sarasota: Seabob Experience

฿5,842
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sarasota: Seabob Experience
Sarasota Guided Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Tour

Sarasota Guided Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Tour

฿1,915
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Sarasota Guided Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Tour
Experience Parasailing in Sarasota

Experience Parasailing in Sarasota

฿3,213
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Experience Parasailing in Sarasota
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Top hotels in Fruitville

Ameniti Bay, BW Signature Collection

Ameniti Bay, BW Signature Collection

2.5 out of 5
5985 Brookhill Boulevard, 5985, Sarasota, FL
The price is ฿2,786 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
฿2,786
฿3,309 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Nice clean place"

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025

Ameniti Bay, BW Signature Collection
Magnolia Pointe, BW Signature Collection

Magnolia Pointe, BW Signature Collection

3 out of 5
5965 Brookhill Boulevard, Building B, Sarasota, FL
The price is ฿3,554 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
฿3,554
฿4,176 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,011 reviews)
"Magnolia Pointe hotel was very nice. Room was clean and was cleaned every day. We had breakfast at the hotel, which was good. The staff in the restaurant were very helpful. All the staff were friendly. The only problem was the noise the chairs made when moved in the breakfast dining room."

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025

Magnolia Pointe, BW Signature Collection
Kompose Boutique Hotel

Kompose Boutique Hotel

3 out of 5
965 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,257 reviews)
"This is a boutique hotel and very sleek in design and appearance. The curtain dividers were a no for me as the room smelled strongly of smoke. The shower and comode are oddly designed and devided by a heavy sliding glass door. It's not possible to use both facilities simultaneously if two guests ..."

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

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Kompose Boutique Hotel
Tropical Beach Resorts

Tropical Beach Resorts

3.5 out of 5
6717 Sara Sea Circle, Siesta Key, FL
The price is ฿4,518 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
฿4,518
฿5,837 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Siesta Key. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (4,892 reviews)
"Very nice place. Would recommend highly."

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025

Tropical Beach Resorts
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound

4 out of 5
12324 Manatee Avenue West, Bradenton, FL
The price is ฿5,325 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
฿5,325
฿6,933 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Bradenton. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,673 reviews)
"The staff very friendly and the place is kept clean."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
The Westin Sarasota

The Westin Sarasota

4 out of 5
100 Marina View Drive, Sarasota, FL
The price is ฿5,801 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
฿5,801
฿7,361 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,054 reviews)
"Amazing breakfast menu!"

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025

The Westin Sarasota
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Other neighbourhoods around Fruitville

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Sarasota Springs

The beaches and restaurants are a few reasons travellers visit Sarasota Springs. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Ed Smith Stadium and Marie Selby Botanical Gardens are a few top sights nearby.

Sarasota Springs
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The Meadows

The gardens and lake views are a few reasons travellers visit The Meadows. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Nathan Benderson Park and Mall at University Town Center are a few top sights nearby.

The Meadows
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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 Sarasota Art Museum and Siesta Key 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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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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