Granada Travel Guide
Sarasota
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
Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour
Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour
Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour
Top hotels in Granada
Kompose Boutique Hotel
"Great place to stay, very modern and beautiful. We really enjoyed everything in this place."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
"We loved this hotel. It's located right before the bridge to anna maria island and there's a natural cove behind it that's a marina. If you get a marina view room you have a beautiful view of the gulf and anna maria island. Also, there was a large manatee living in the marina while we were there, ..."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
"Didn't have very large room"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Tropical Beach Resorts
"I stay here a lot over the years. Love how it is close to the beach."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
"The continental breakfast was simple but satisfying and included yogurt, fruit, and hardboiled (in the shell) eggs. Oranges were great (yes, it was in Florida). The pool was very nice, away from the road and surrounded by nice landscaping, but sometimes ran out of towels. The room was clean and in ..."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Carlisle Inn
"Room is clean and lots of space, with own washer and dryer inside room is great ,staff is very polite, king suite has the best value."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Granada
South Sarasota
While visiting South Sarasota, you might make a stop by sights like The Landings and Coconuts Family Entertainment Center.
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.
Ridge Wood Heights
Ridge Wood Heights is well liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Sarasota area, you might plan a trip to The Landings or Siesta Key Beach.
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.
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.
Downtown Sarasota
While visiting Downtown Sarasota, you might make a stop by sights like Sarasota Opera House and Regal Hollywood - Sarasota.
