Gillespie Park, FL
Popular places to visit
Lido Beach
Visit a beach not far from an upscale shopping area. The warm waters are as inviting as the white sand.
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.
Mall at University Town Center
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Mall at University Town Center during your visit to Sarasota. Attend a sporting event or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.
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.
Sarasota Jungle Gardens
Chatter with a parrot, watch lemurs swing by, meet a flock of flamingos and explore a tropical oasis in this extensive botanical park.
John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
Learn about the man who had the greatest show on Earth. His complex is a trove of information, displays, beautiful buildings and gardens.
Things to do
Murder Mystery Trolley: Who Killed The Circus Queen?
Mangroves, Manatees, and a Hidden Beach: Kayak Tour
Siesta Key Electric Bike Sunset Tour
Gillespie Park Hotel Deals
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Other neighborhoods around Gillespie Park
Central Sarasota
Gardens, art galleries, and theaters are some highlights of Central Sarasota. Make a stop by Sarasota Opera House or Marina Jack while you're exploring.
Downtown Sarasota
If you're spending some time in Downtown Sarasota, Sarasota Opera House and Payne Park are top sights worth seeing.
Newtown
If you're spending some time in Newtown, Robert L. Taylor Community Complex and Marietta Museum of Art and Whimsy are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Bird Key
While Bird Key isn't home to many top sights, St. Armands Circle and Lido Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
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- Sarasota Childrens Garden
- Siesta Key Beach
- Lido Beach
- St. Armands Circle
- Venice Beach
- IMG Academy
- Coquina Beach
- Mall at University Town Center
- Turtle Beach
- Anna Maria Beach
- Nokomis Beach
- Cortez Beach
- Crescent Beach
- Bean Point Beach
- Nathan Benderson Park
- Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium
- Myakka River State Park
- Sarasota Memorial Hospital
- Sarasota Jungle Gardens
- Bradenton Beach
- John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
- Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch
- Manasota Beach
- Sarasota Classic Car Museum
- Riverwalk
- Manatee Public Beach
- Marina Jack
- Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
- Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
- Ellenton Premium Outlets
- Desoto Speedway