Central Sarasota, FL

Sarasota

Causeway Park featuring general coastal views
Central Sarasota which includes a garden
Central Sarasota showing food and dining out
Central Sarasota featuring interior views and heritage elements
Central Sarasota showing outdoor eating as well as a small group of people

Popular places to visit

Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall

Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall

4/5(3 reviews)

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

4.5/5(169 reviews)

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
Central Sarasota featuring interior views and heritage elements

Sarasota Opera House

4.5/5(28 reviews)

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
Nice park in Sarasota Florida, including water jets and playground, kids had a blast! There's also a tiki bar next door for a cheeky cocktail. #kidsfun

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 featuring signage

Florida Studio Theatre

It started as a small playhouse and has become one of the largest subscription theaters in the country. Attend a play or two during your stay.

Florida Studio Theatre
Causeway Park which includes a bridge and a river or creek as well as a couple

Causeway Park

The park is easily accessible on a bridge from downtown, and the span provides shade on hot days. Venture over to the park for great views by the water.

Causeway Park

Things to do

HydroCats

HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour

$146
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour
Naples Florida: Downtown Electric Moped Tour

Naples Florida: Downtown Electric Moped Tour

$63
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Naples Florida: Downtown Electric Moped Tour
Private Professional Vacation Photoshoot in Sarasota

Private Professional Vacation Photoshoot in Sarasota

$195
per adult
Private Professional Vacation Photoshoot in Sarasota
4 Hour Inshore Fishing Charter Sarasota Siesta Key Bradenton

#1 Top Rated - Calm Water Inshore Fishing Charter In Your Area

$599
per traveler
#1 Top Rated - Calm Water Inshore Fishing Charter In Your Area
Downtown Sarasota Dinner Tour

Downtown Sarasota Dinner Tour

$153
per adult
Downtown Sarasota Dinner Tour
Picture 1 for Activity Fly Above Water, eFoil Adventure in Sarasota

Fly Above Water, eFoil Adventure in Sarasota

$250
per adult
Fly Above Water, eFoil Adventure in Sarasota
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Central Sarasota Hotel Deals

Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL
Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL
3.5 out of 5
202 North Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL
$168 nightly
The price is $190 total per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
$190 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,497 reviews)
"This hotel features a beautiful rooms with excellent amenities. The reception staff were exceptionally welcoming, accommodating, and friendly throughout our stay. The breakfast offerings and evening snacks and drinks were great. However, our experience with the restaurant staff was disappointing. ..."

Reviewed on Jul 10, 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL
The Westin Sarasota
The Westin Sarasota
4 out of 5
100 Marina View Drive, Sarasota, FL
$174 nightly
The price is $197 total per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
$197 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Total includes taxes and fees
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 our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,023 reviews)
"Amazing service. Newer towels and robes would be greatly appreciated."

Reviewed on Jul 11, 2025

The Westin Sarasota
The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota
The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota
5 out of 5
1111 Ritz Carlton Dr, Sarasota, FL
$457 nightly
The price is $516 total per night from Aug 11 to Aug 12
$516 total
Aug 11 - Aug 12
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"We had an amazing experience at The Ritz-Carlton Sarasota. Check-in was smooth with a lovely champagne welcome. Our Club Level room had a beautiful marina and pool view—slightly compact, but elegant and comfortable. Dining at Jack Dusty and Rufa was excellent (don’t miss the sliders!), and the poolside ..."

Reviewed on Jul 11, 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
$171 nightly
The price is $193 total per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
$193 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Very nice hotel, clean"

Reviewed on Jul 10, 2025

Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection
voco Sarasota by IHG
voco Sarasota by IHG
3.5 out of 5
1223 Boulevard Of The Arts, Sarasota, FL
$133 nightly
The price is $151 total per night from Jul 16 to Jul 17
$151 total
Jul 16 - Jul 17
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel with many nice surprises. Clean, very well located but the best is the service and the people that work in the hotel."

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2025

voco Sarasota by IHG
Kompose Boutique Hotel
Kompose Boutique Hotel
3 out of 5
965 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$83 nightly
The price is $93 total per night from Jul 15 to Jul 16
$93 total
Jul 15 - Jul 16
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,124 reviews)
"Great stay"

Reviewed on Jul 12, 2025

Kompose Boutique Hotel
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Other neighborhoods around Central Sarasota

Sarasota which includes a sandy beach as well as children

Downtown Sarasota

If you're spending some time in Downtown Sarasota, Sarasota Opera House and Regal Hollywood - Sarasota are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Sarasota
This place is Fantastic ! The sidecar was yummy. Great place for a special dinner and one of Sarasota's finest restaurants. If I was going to tell a visitor to the area to visit our city's best dining experience... this is it! #localgem

Arlington Park

Arlington Park might not have many top sights, but Marie Selby Botanical Gardens and Marina Jack are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Arlington Park
We loved visiting The Donut Experiment on Anna Maria Island where you can create your own hot cake donut dipped in the icing of your choice and finished off with an amazing topping. From left to right - TOP: coconut flaked chocolate glazed, Reese's Piece chocolate glazed, salted caramel BOTTOM: Oreo crumble chocolate glazed, Fruity Pebbles strawberry glazed, Reese's Puff peanut butter drizzle chocolate glazed. #donut #donuts #florida #foodie #foodietravel #travelblog #foodblog #traveling #colorful #island #vacation #bestof5

Bird Key

While Bird Key isn't home to many top sights, Lido Beach and South Lido Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Bird Key
St. Armands Circle featuring a statue or sculpture

Saint Armands Key

Beaches and restaurants are just a few things travelers 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

4/5(2 area reviews)

When in Southgate, you can plan a visit to Siesta Key Beach and Lido Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Southgate
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North Sarasota

While North Sarasota might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ed Smith Stadium and Sarasota Jungle Gardens.

North Sarasota
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Central Sarasota, FL

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