Lake Sarasota, FL

Sarasota

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Lido Beach showing general coastal views and a sandy beach

Lido Beach

Visit a beach not far from an upscale shopping area. The warm waters are as inviting as the white sand.

Lido Beach
Mall at University Town Center

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.

Mall at University Town Center
St. Armands Circle featuring a statue or sculpture

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.

St. Armands Circle
Ringling Museum Complex showing a 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.

John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium featuring signage

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.

Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium
Nice pathway in front of Goldstein Hall. This IS an art school so you will always see a continuously changing landscape of public art displayed around campus. #localgem

Ringling College of Art and Design

Discover how this education institution makes a statement about the founder’s dedication to the arts. See a college whose graduates have made an effect on the world.

Ringling College of Art and Design

Things to do

HydroCats

HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour

$146
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour
Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour

Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour

$65
per adult
Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
Naples Florida: Downtown Electric Moped Tour

Naples Florida: Downtown Electric Moped Tour

$60
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Naples Florida: Downtown Electric Moped Tour
Sarasota Guided Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Tour

Sarasota Guided Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Tour

$59
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Sarasota Guided Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Tour
Siesta Key Epoxy Resin Workshop

Siesta Key Epoxy Resin Workshop

$99
per adult
Siesta Key Epoxy Resin Workshop
Experience Parasailing in Sarasota

Experience Parasailing in Sarasota

$99
per adult
Experience Parasailing in Sarasota
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Lake Sarasota Hotel Deals

Kompose Boutique Hotel

Kompose Boutique Hotel

3 out of 5
965 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL
$90 nightly
The price is $102 total per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
$102 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
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! (4,176 reviews)
Not my definition of boutique
"No hot water for the shower at 6:30am. The elevator smelled nauseatingly bad. I was unable to utilize the self-check-in iPad because the touchpad didn’t work. Modern decor—room setup was similar to hotels in Europe. It was a quiet hotel considering it is next to the airport."

Reviewed on Jul 22, 2025

Kompose Boutique Hotel
Tropical Beach Resorts

Tropical Beach Resorts

3.5 out of 5
6717 Sara Sea Circle, Siesta Key, FL
$164 nightly
The price is $185 total per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
$185 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Siesta Key. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (4,783 reviews)
"This property was amazing! We will definitely return in the near future."

Reviewed on Jul 20, 2025

Tropical Beach Resorts
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! (1,522 reviews)
"Todo bien"

Reviewed on Jul 20, 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL
The Westin Sarasota

The Westin Sarasota

4 out of 5
100 Marina View Drive, Sarasota, FL
$201 nightly
The price is $227 total per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
$227 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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,037 reviews)
"Great people. From the valet stand to my check-in and out. Comfortable room and bed. I’ll be back"

Reviewed on Jul 19, 2025

The Westin 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
$110 nightly
The price is $124 total per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
$124 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,463 reviews)
"This was my first time staying at this hotel. On the first day, the bathtub was clogged, but the staff acted quickly and switched us to a different room right away. Other than that, everything was great. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, always checking in to see if we needed anything. ..."

Reviewed on Jul 19, 2025

Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
DoubleTree by Hilton Sarasota Bradenton Airport

DoubleTree by Hilton Sarasota Bradenton Airport

4 out of 5
8009 15th Street E, Sarasota, FL
$110 nightly
The price is $124 total per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
$124 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,360 reviews)
"Great place i loved it."

Reviewed on Jul 21, 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Sarasota Bradenton Airport
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Other neighborhoods around Lake Sarasota

Cheese Blintzes - Grilled crepes with cottage and ricotta cheeses, flavored with orange zest and served with homemade blueberry sour cream sauce and a side of cheesy potato casserole from the Broken Egg in Sarasota.

Bee Ridge

4.5/5(69 area reviews)

Bee Ridge is well-liked for many features, particularly its beaches, restaurants, and shopping. Though there might not be top sights in Bee Ridge, consider a stop by Siesta Key Beach or Siesta Key Marina, located nearby.

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Sarasota Springs

4/5(1 area review)

The beaches and restaurants are a few reasons travelers 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
We helped with the Grand Opening of the Time to Revive National Office in Sarasota. Time to Revive was started over 10 years ago in Dallas, Texas. In 2016 Time to Revive came to Sarasota for a week which turned into 4 weeks and 40 churches working together love and share the Gospel. The International leader and founder Kyle Martin shared a vision for attendees.

Fruitville

4.5/5(142 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.

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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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Pinecraft

4.5/5(242 area reviews)

While Pinecraft isn't home to many top sights, Ed Smith Stadium and Marie Selby Botanical Gardens are some notable places to visit nearby.

Pinecraft
Legacy Trail

Palmer Ranch

When in Palmer Ranch, you can plan a visit to Stoneybrook Golf & Country Club and Turtle Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Palmer Ranch
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