Main Street Merchants Travel Guide
Sarasota
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Popular places to visit
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.
Mall at University Town Center
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.
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.
Nathan Benderson Park
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Nathan Benderson Park, a lovely green space in Sarasota. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
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.
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 Main Street Merchants
Kompose Boutique Hotel
"I had expected dinner to be a lot better than canned chicken in a bowl for the price. Expected more for the price of everything. Staff was overall polite in enforcing their hotels nickle and dime policies. Lightning in the room was horrible. Toilet felt like it was going to fall off. Smoking policy ..."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
"The property was very nice and the hotel was perfect. Very close to everything."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
"Very nice . Will stay again"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Tropical Beach Resorts
"Perfect location to the beach and very friendly staff"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
"A great place to stay"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Siesta Key Beach Resort and Suites
"Everyone and everything was great"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Main Street Merchants
Central Sarasota
Gardens, art galleries and theatres highlight some of the noteworthy features of Central Sarasota. Make a stop by Marina Jack or Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Downtown Sarasota
While visiting Downtown Sarasota, you might make a stop by sights like Sarasota Opera House and Regal Hollywood - Sarasota.
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 Lido Beach and South Lido Park.
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.
Bayou Oaks
While there might not be top attractions in Bayou Oaks, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Sarasota Jungle Gardens and John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art.
