Central Sarasota Travel Guide

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Central Sarasota
Central Sarasota
Central Sarasota
Central Sarasota
Central Sarasota

Popular places to visit

Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall

Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall

See a diverse range of exciting musical, dance and comedy shows at this architectural landmark inspired by the jagged shape of seashells.

Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens featuring a park

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens

See a world-class collection of orchids and tropical bromeliads and walk through peaceful mangrove and palm gardens in this botanical park.

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
Sarasota Opera House

Sarasota Opera House

Here, 1920s style meets 21st-century luxury in a fully restored Mediterranean Revival opera house and cultural institution, complete with its own opera company.

Sarasota Opera House
Bayfront Park

Bayfront Park

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Bayfront Park, a lovely green space in Sarasota. Wander the beautiful beaches and marina in the area.

Bayfront Park
Florida Studio Theatre

Florida Studio Theatre

You can get tickets for a performance at Florida Studio Theatre during your stay in Sarasota. Wander the beautiful beaches and marina in the area.

Florida Studio Theatre
Causeway Park

Causeway Park

Causeway Park is just one of the places to see in Sarasota, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

Causeway Park

Things to do

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

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

£48
per adult
Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
HydroCats

HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour

£108
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour
Kayak Tour through Mangrove Tunnels

Mangroves, Manatees, and a Hidden Beach: Kayak Tour

£41
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Mangroves, Manatees, and a Hidden Beach: Kayak Tour
Signature Service at the Spa- Refreshment Bar, Access to Serenity Lounge

Signature Service at the Spa- Refreshment Bar, Access to Serenity Lounge

£74
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Signature Service at the Spa- Refreshment Bar, Access to Serenity Lounge
Sarasota Guided Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Tour

Sarasota Guided Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Tour

£44
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Sarasota Guided Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Tour
Siesta Key Guided Eco Tour

Siesta Key Guided Eco Tour

£44
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Siesta Key Guided Eco Tour
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Top hotels in Central Sarasota

The Westin Sarasota

The Westin Sarasota

4 out of 5
100 Marina View Drive, Sarasota, FL
The price is £169 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
£169
per night
11 Aug - 12 Aug
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! (1,051 reviews)
"Easy to navigate and hotel takes you to Lido beach where you can rent chairs/umbrellas and have access to food. You can Uber to Siesta beach and order drinks and food from your chair at the beach. I love that!"

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

The Westin Sarasota
Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL

Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL

3.5 out of 5
202 North Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL
The price is £141 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
£141
per night
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,569 reviews)
"Hotel was very nice and clean, staff were not that great at check in and out but generally we enjoyed our stay. Parking isnt easy as the hotel charges 40$ per night while street parking is free if you find it."

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL
The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota

The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota

5 out of 5
1111 Ritz Carlton Dr, Sarasota, FL
The price is £417 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
£417
per night
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"I just returned from an amazing seven-day getaway at The Ritz-Carlton in Sarasota, and I can honestly say it was one of the best vacation experiences I've ever had. From the moment I arrived, the outstanding service set the stage for an unforgettable week. Checking in was seamless, thanks to Juliana ..."

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025

The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota
Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection

Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
1255 North Palm Avenue, Sarasota, FL
The price is £144 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
£144
per night
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"It was a great experience and will return. I did find the charge for parking a little high."

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection
Aloft Sarasota

Aloft Sarasota

3.5 out of 5
1401 Ringling Boulevard, Sarasota, FL
The price is £110 per night from 14 Aug to 15 Aug
£110
per night
14 Aug - 15 Aug
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Would stay again"

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025

Aloft Sarasota
voco Sarasota by IHG

voco Sarasota by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1223 Boulevard Of The Arts, Sarasota, FL
The price is £109 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
£109
per night
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
Great
"Perfect choice for my work/stay vacation. Nothing fancy but cozy, welcoming, comfortable and friendly. Great bat with food- food is ok but handy. Drinks and staff great. Many locals even come because its so pleasant and guests chat with one another. There were a fee snafus along the way nut hitel ..."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

voco Sarasota by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around Central 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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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 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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Southgate

While there might not be top attractions in Southgate, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Sarasota Art Museum and Siesta Key Beach.

Southgate
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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

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