Indian Beach Sapphire Shores Travel Guide

Sarasota

Sarasota Jungle Gardens showing bird life
Sarasota Jungle Gardens which includes bird life and zoo animals
Indian Beach Sapphire Shores
Sarasota Jungle Gardens featuring bird life
Sarasota Jungle Gardens as well as a large group of people

Popular places to visit

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
Sarasota Jungle Gardens showing a garden and signage

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
New College of Florida

New College of Florida

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of New College of Florida during your travels in Sarasota. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

New College of Florida
Ca d\'Zan Mansion featuring a house and heritage architecture

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.

Ca’ d’Zan
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

Things to do

Robinson Preserve Mangrove Tour

Robinson Preserve Mangrove Tour

฿1,745
per adult
Robinson Preserve Mangrove Tour
Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour

Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour

฿2,071
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour

Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour

฿2,071
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour
Picture 4 for Activity Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour

Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour

฿1,753
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour
Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour

Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour

฿2,071
per adult
Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
Clear Kayak Glass Bottom Day Tour - Sarasota

Clear Kayak Glass Bottom Day Tour - Sarasota

฿2,071
per adult
Clear Kayak Glass Bottom Day Tour - Sarasota
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Top hotels in Indian Beach Sapphire Shores

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, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,435 reviews)
"Safe and clean!"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

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Tropical Beach Resorts

Tropical Beach Resorts

3.5 out of 5
6717 Sara Sea Circle, Siesta Key, FL
The price is ฿4,096 per night from 8 Oct to 9 Oct
฿4,096
฿5,360 total
8 Oct - 9 Oct
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! (5,005 reviews)
"Great location and really liked the layout of the hotel. Easy parking. The bed was too hard for me, and I am one who likes firm mattress but this one was hard. The beach towels were a bit small for being beach towels but appreciated that they had some to use. Snorkeling was awesome and a very short ..."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 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 ฿5,746 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
฿5,746
฿7,407 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
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! (1,781 reviews)
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"Convinient location, excellent conditions, good food - it was a memorable stay!"

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
Carlisle Inn

Carlisle Inn

3.5 out of 5
3727 Bahia Vista, Sarasota, FL
The price is ฿5,137 per night from 24 Oct to 25 Oct
฿5,137
฿5,805 total
24 Oct - 25 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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! (2,033 reviews)
"The Carlisle Inn is a gem! Truely a 5-star hotel. Elligent furnishing, large rooms, Wide halls. The hot tub and pool area are superb. If you stay the restaurant in the front parking lot is a must."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Carlisle Inn
The Westin Sarasota

The Westin Sarasota

4 out of 5
100 Marina View Drive, Sarasota, FL
The price is ฿5,196 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
฿5,196
฿6,675 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,096 reviews)
"The property was absolutely amazing! Very clean hotel and top tier service.. We used the shuttle a lot which was fast, easy, & convenient.This was our first time visiting Sarasota and we will definitely be back soon."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

The Westin Sarasota
Tropical Breeze Resort

Tropical Breeze Resort

3 out of 5
140 Columbus Blvd., Siesta Key, FL
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Siesta Key. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,042 reviews)
"Clean property, but having a microwave would be nice."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Indian Beach Sapphire Shores

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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 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 Regal Hollywood - Sarasota.

Downtown Sarasota
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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.

Whitfield Estates
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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 Lido Beach and South Lido Park.

Bird Key
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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.

Saint Armands Key

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