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Sarasota

Popular places to visit

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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Sarasota Jungle Gardens

5/5(1 review)

Chatter with a parrot, watch lemurs swing by, meet a flock of flamingos and explore a tropical oasis in this extensive botanical park.

Sarasota Jungle Gardens

Things to do

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Mangroves, Manatees, and a Hidden Beach: Kayak Tour

฿1,762
Per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Mangroves, Manatees, and a Hidden Beach: Kayak Tour
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Taste of Winter Park (Greater Orlando area)

฿4,053
Per adult
Taste of Winter Park (Greater Orlando area)
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Sarasota Kayak and Food Tour

฿5,815
Per adult
Sarasota Kayak and Food Tour
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Inshore Fishing by Charter in Sarasota

฿19,382
Per adult
Inshore Fishing by Charter in Sarasota
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Sarasota Bar Hunt: Sarasota Slammin'

฿434
Per adult
Sarasota Bar Hunt: Sarasota Slammin'
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6 Hour Private Luxury Boat Charter

฿90,285
Per adult
6 Hour Private Luxury Boat Charter
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Top hotels in Newtown

Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
3 out of 5
4675 N Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL
The price is ฿3,159 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
฿3,159
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,524 reviews)
"The pool and tiki bar were amazing! The retro vibes were so cute. The location was very convenient to everything we wanted to do. Minutes away from the Ringling, jungle gardens, lido key and most marine aquarium! We will be visiting again!"

Reviewed on 28 May 2024

Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
Kompose Boutique Hotel
Kompose Boutique Hotel
3 out of 5
965 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,214 per night from 11 Jun to 12 Jun
฿3,214
per night
11 Jun - 12 Jun
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,423 reviews)
"Should be allowed to smoke on property at minimum"

Reviewed on 29 May 2024

Kompose Boutique Hotel
Hyatt Regency Sarasota
Hyatt Regency Sarasota
4 out of 5
1000 Blvd Of The Arts, Sarasota, FL
The price is ฿5,836 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
฿5,836
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a marina and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
Wonderful hotel
"I enjoyed my stay at this hotel from the staff to the amenities, the pool, restaurant and the comfortable room. My only issue was the elevators. They were extremely slow and very small considering most people had luggage with them. Everything else was wonderful!"

Reviewed on 27 May 2024

Hyatt Regency Sarasota
The Westin Sarasota
The Westin Sarasota
4 out of 5
100 Marina View Drive, Sarasota, FL
The price is ฿7,697 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
฿7,697
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (981 reviews)
"Very nic"

Reviewed on 30 May 2024

The Westin Sarasota
Carlisle Inn
Carlisle Inn
3.5 out of 5
3727 Bahia Vista, Sarasota, FL
The price is ฿4,994 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
฿4,994
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,465 reviews)
"Property was well maintained and overall clean. However, upon check in to the room, there were skid marks in the toilet bowl and a blood stain on the first hand towel we took out to use when drying hands."

Reviewed on 31 May 2024

Carlisle Inn
Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
3 out of 5
6600 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL
The price is ฿4,664 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
฿4,664
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"The place was nice but during our stay something was wrong with the water but was fixed right away. There was a kid softball team there and they where running up and down the hallways screaming. Overall the stay was nice and the staff was really friendly and professional"

Reviewed on 29 May 2024

Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
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Other neighbourhoods around Newtown

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Central Sarasota

4.5/5(21 area reviews)

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.

Central Sarasota
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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.

North Sarasota
Sarasota Jungle Gardens showing bird life

Indian Beach Sapphire Shores

While visiting Indian Beach Sapphire Shores, you might make a stop by sights like Sarasota Jungle Gardens and John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art.

Indian Beach Sapphire Shores
Sarasota showing a beach as well as children

Downtown Sarasota

While visiting Downtown Sarasota, you might make a stop by sights like Sarasota Opera House and Payne Park.

Downtown Sarasota
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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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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.

Bird Key

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