Kensington Park Travel Guide
Sarasota
Visit Kensington Park
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.
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.
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.
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
Mangroves, Manatees & a Hidden Beach Kayak Tour (Siesta Key)
Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour
HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour
1.5-Hour LED Illuminated Clear Kayak Night Adventure Tour
Top hotels in Kensington Park
Kompose Boutique Hotel
The onsite restaurant was less than desirable. It took them 45min to get us our dinner and were a bit unorganized. Rooms were nice and clean and the property was well maintained.
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
Husband sunk into bed/ almost rolled off in the middle of the night due to how sunk down the beds are. Condition of the property is okay, definitely could use updating (cracks in bathroom tile).
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
Free Breakfast is a good perk. I'm thinking this hotel struggles when it is at full capacity. The pool was the real issue. Very difficult to get lounge chairs as people would save them with towels then dissappear for hours. Kids throwing/whipping balls across the pool surface was another issue. Finally, ...
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Tropical Beach Resorts
It’s was a nice place to stay so close to beach and free shuttle to the village
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Azul Resort Siesta Key
The room was clean and new. The location was perfect. However the shower was flooding the bathroom to the point where it was reaching the threshold into the room. I contacted the staff who sent a maintenace person. The said the shower was missing some kind of gasket. I also think it was not draining ...
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Tropical Breeze Resort
Really nice stay. Everyone was super friendly and room was clean. I love that they give beach chairs, beach towels, beach toys for kids, and bikes for free!! Perfect 3 day stay.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kensington Park
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.
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.
Pinecraft
While there might not be top attractions in Pinecraft, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Bobby Jones Golf Complex and Ed Smith Stadium.
Downtown Sarasota
While visiting Downtown Sarasota, you might make a stop by sights like Sarasota Opera House and Regal Hollywood - Sarasota.
Central Sarasota
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.
Fruitville
Restaurants, beaches and shopping highlight some of the notable features of Fruitville. Make a stop by Nathan Benderson Park while you're exploring.
