Lake Sarasota Travel Guide

Sarasota

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

£44
Per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Mangroves, Manatees, and a Hidden Beach: Kayak Tour
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Taste of Winter Park (Greater Orlando area)

£91
Per adult
Taste of Winter Park (Greater Orlando area)
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Sarasota Kayak and Food Tour

£131
Per adult
Sarasota Kayak and Food Tour
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Inshore Fishing by Charter in Sarasota

£435
Per adult
Inshore Fishing by Charter in Sarasota
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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

£1,762
Per adult
6 Hour Private Luxury Boat Charter
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Top hotels in Lake Sarasota

Kompose Boutique Hotel
Kompose Boutique Hotel
3 out of 5
965 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL
The price is £77 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
£77
per night
1 Jul - 2 Jul
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! (3,524 reviews)
"Excellent staff"

Reviewed on 17 Jun 2024

Kompose Boutique Hotel
Hyatt Regency Sarasota
Hyatt Regency Sarasota
4 out of 5
1000 Blvd Of The Arts, Sarasota, FL
The price is £162 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
£162
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
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! (1,005 reviews)
"Outstanding staff especially the front desk, in particular Mr. Shemberly (SP), very professional and customer focused."

Reviewed on 18 Jun 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 £99 per night from 27 Jun to 28 Jun
£99
per night
27 Jun - 28 Jun
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Great staff - very friendly and knowledgeable!"

Reviewed on 21 Jun 2024

Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
The Westin Sarasota
The Westin Sarasota
4 out of 5
100 Marina View Drive, Sarasota, FL
The price is £203 per night from 3 Jul to 4 Jul
£203
per night
3 Jul - 4 Jul
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Evrithing clean, kindness, perfect."

Reviewed on 18 Jun 2024

The Westin Sarasota
Tropical Beach Resorts
Tropical Beach Resorts
3.5 out of 5
6717 Sara Sea Circle, Siesta Key, FL
The price is £177 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
£177
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
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! (4,416 reviews)
"The property was nice. I thought I reserved a king suite Turns out it was a queen studio. Which was way too small. The air conditioning in was off. Took a couple of hours to cool. Overall it was ok"

Reviewed on 19 Jun 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 £215 per night from 24 Jun to 25 Jun
£215
per night
24 Jun - 25 Jun
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! (1,000 reviews)
"The room was really good, great amenities, and nice pool. It’s extremely close to the beach and local shops and dining. I will say the one problem was there was no clear mentioning that the tiki bar is right in front of room doors. Our room was in the corner of the tiki bar right behind the stage ..."

Reviewed on 17 Jun 2024

Siesta Key Beach Resort and Suites
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Other neighbourhoods around Lake Sarasota

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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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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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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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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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Palmer Ranch

While there might not be top attractions in Palmer Ranch, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Stoneybrook Golf & Country Club and Turtle Beach.

Palmer Ranch
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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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