Indian Beach Sapphire Shores Travel Guide
Sarasota
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Popular places to visit
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.
Sarasota Jungle Gardens
Chatter with a parrot, watch lemurs swing by, meet a flock of flamingos and explore a tropical oasis in this extensive botanical park.
Ca’ d’Zan
Circus magnate John Ringling left a legacy to Sarasota with this Venetian-Gothic mansion, complete with sprawling bayside gardens and an impressive art collection.
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.
Things to do
Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour
Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak 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 Indian Beach Sapphire Shores
Kompose Boutique Hotel
Clean
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
Great location Friendly staff Clean rooms Minutes from SRQ
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
Everything was great
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Tropical Beach Resorts
We took a quick 3 day trip and Tropical Beach Resort was amazing! We stayed in the Cozy Studio which was perfect! Clean, comfy and had everything needed for our short stay. The beach was a short walk and beautiful! The shopping/restaurants were easily accessible by free rides. I would definitely ...
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Azul Resort Siesta Key
Very clean, amazing location for us with great restaurants near by and beach access. It is a bit further from the main beach and town
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Tropical Breeze Resort
Location is great, walking distance to restaurants and beach. I pick the deluxe room to get more space and honestly I was expecting a bit more for the price. Cleanness at first was a concern but staff quickly responded and it was fixed promptly.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Indian Beach Sapphire Shores
North Sarasota
While North Sarasota isn't home to many top sights, Ed Smith Stadium and Sarasota Jungle Gardens are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Whitfield Estates
While there might not be top attractions in Whitfield Estates, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Powel Crosley Estate and Ca’ d’Zan.
Downtown Sarasota
While visiting Downtown Sarasota, you might make a stop by sights like Sarasota Opera House and Regal Hollywood - Sarasota.
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.
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.
