Fordville 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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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
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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

£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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Jumpin Fun Inflata Park

£15
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Jumpin Fun Inflata Park
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Inshore Fishing by Charter in Sarasota

£435
Per adult
Inshore Fishing by Charter in Sarasota
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Sarasota Scavenger Hunt: Sarasota Spectacles

£10
Per adult
Sarasota Scavenger Hunt: Sarasota Spectacles
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6 Hour Private Luxury Boat Charter

£2,028
Per adult
6 Hour Private Luxury Boat Charter
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Top hotels in Fordville

Kompose Boutique Hotel
Kompose Boutique Hotel
3 out of 5
965 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL
The price is £71 per night from 28 May to 29 May
£71
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 £168 per night from 27 May to 28 May
£168
per night
27 May - 28 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
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 £113 per night from 30 May to 31 May
£113
per night
30 May - 31 May
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! (1,017 reviews)
An okay, fairly basic hotel
"This is more of a motel than a hotel....the rooms are accessed from the outside and the amenities are sparse. However, having said that, it is one of the better values in the Sarasota Siesta Key area. Just keep your expectations realistic. The included breakfast is nothing more than a selection of ..."

Reviewed on 20 May 2024

Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
Tropical Beach Resorts
Tropical Beach Resorts
3.5 out of 5
6717 Sara Sea Circle, Siesta Key, FL
The price is £137 per night from 27 May to 28 May
£137
per night
27 May - 28 May
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Siesta Key. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (4,349 reviews)
"Super clean and beautiful"

Reviewed on 20 May 2024

Tropical Beach Resorts
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 27 May to 28 May
£214
per night
27 May - 28 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)
Best in Siesta Key!
"Very clean, up to date, close to the beach and local restaurants."

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

Siesta Key Beach Resort and Suites
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! (1,005 reviews)
"Absolutely amazing property and the staff are top notch !!"

Reviewed on 16 May 2024

The Westin Sarasota
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Other neighbourhoods around Fordville

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Fruitville

5/5(2 area reviews)

Restaurants, beaches and shopping highlight some of the notable features of Fruitville. Make a stop by Nathan Benderson Park while you're exploring.

Fruitville
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The Meadows

The gardens and lake views are a few reasons travellers visit The Meadows. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Nathan Benderson Park and Mall at University Town Center are a few top sights nearby.

The Meadows
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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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Bee Ridge

5/5(1 area review)

Notable for its beaches, restaurants and shopping, Bee Ridge is a sought-after destination for many travellers visiting Sarasota. If you want to see some sights in the area, check out Siesta Key Beach or Siesta Key Marina.

Bee Ridge
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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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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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