Bee Ridge Travel Guide

Sarasota
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Popular places to visit

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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
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John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art

You can enjoy some culture when you stop by 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

Things to do

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Mangroves, Manatees, and a Hidden Beach: Kayak Tour

£40
Per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Mangroves, Manatees, and a Hidden Beach: Kayak Tour
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Sarasota Kayak and Food Tour

£131
Per adult
Sarasota Kayak and Food Tour
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Sarasota Bar Hunt: Sarasota Slammin'

£10
Per adult
Sarasota Bar Hunt: Sarasota Slammin'
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6 Hour Private Luxury Boat Charter

£2,028
Per adult
6 Hour Private Luxury Boat Charter
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Half Day Private Luxury Boat Charter

£1,418
Per adult
Half Day Private Luxury Boat Charter
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The World Famous Siesta Key Sunset Luxury Boat Charter

£953
Per adult
The World Famous Siesta Key Sunset Luxury Boat Charter
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Top hotels in Bee Ridge

Kompose Boutique Hotel
Kompose Boutique Hotel
3 out of 5
965 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL
The price is £74 per night from 28 May to 29 May
£74
per night
28 May - 29 May
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! (3,383 reviews)
"The hotel was clean and comfortable, and the bed was good. I could walk to the airport via sidewalks (0.5 miles they do not have a shuttle). I did not like that everything besides a bed and shower supplies were an "add-on" - like the fitness center, pool, breakfast AND coffee. Really, $6 for a coffee ..."

Reviewed on 20 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 £147 per night from 29 May to 30 May
£147
per night
29 May - 30 May
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! (1,003 reviews)
"So beautiful and peaceful staff was very friendly."

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

Hyatt Regency Sarasota
Perfectly Located Home with Pool and Spa
Perfectly Located Home with Pool and Spa
Bradenton Beach, FL
Stay at this holiday home in Bradenton Beach. Enjoy private pools, a water park and patios. Popular attractions Coquina Beach and Anna Maria Beach are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews)
Enjoyed our stay
"The house is great, with the ease of having a pool and the beach being only 2 blocks away. This was our first time visiting Anna Maria. We have been finding other options the last couple years since we used to go to Captiva and that was destroyed in the hurricane almost 2 years ago. The island is ..."

Reviewed on 6 May 2024

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Perfectly Located Home with Pool and Spa
The Westin Sarasota
The Westin Sarasota
4 out of 5
100 Marina View Drive, Sarasota, FL
The price is £153 per night from 27 May to 28 May
£153
per night
27 May - 28 May
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Great guest service and comfort"

Reviewed on 22 May 2024

The Westin Sarasota
Carlisle Inn
Carlisle Inn
3.5 out of 5
3727 Bahia Vista, Sarasota, FL
The price is £121 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
£121
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! (1,450 reviews)
"The hotel was very clean and the staff was very friendly. I appreciated how quiet the hotel was and there was an awesome restaurant, bakery in the same shopping plaza. We would absolutely stay here again."

Reviewed on 20 May 2024

Carlisle Inn
Siesta Key Beach Resort and Suites
Siesta Key Beach Resort and Suites
2.5 out of 5
5311 Ocean Blvd, Siesta Key, FL
The price is £214 per night from 29 May to 30 May
£214
per night
29 May - 30 May
Stay at this beach motel in Siesta Key. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free bicycles on-site and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"This place was amazing!!! Staff was awesome absolutely great location clean big room.... will definitely be coming back"

Reviewed on 20 May 2024

Siesta Key Beach Resort and Suites
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Other neighbourhoods around Bee Ridge

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South Gate Ridge

South Gate Ridge is well liked for its churches. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Sarasota area, you might plan a trip to Siesta Key Beach or Siesta Key Marina.

South Gate Ridge
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Sarasota Springs

The beaches and restaurants are a few reasons travellers visit Sarasota Springs. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Ed Smith Stadium and Marie Selby Botanical Gardens are a few top sights nearby.

Sarasota Springs
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Ridge Wood Heights

Travellers like the parks in Ridge Wood Heights, and Bee Ridge Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Ridge Wood Heights
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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.

Southgate
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Gulf Gate Estates

The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Gulf Gate Estates. A stop by Gulf Gate Mall or Gulf Gate Golf Club might round out your trip.

Gulf Gate Estates
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South Sarasota

While visiting South Sarasota, you might make a stop by sights like The Landings and Coconuts Family Entertainment Center.

South Sarasota

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