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
Mangroves, Manatees, and a Hidden Beach: Kayak Tour
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Other neighborhoods around The Meadows
Fruitville
Restaurants, beaches, and shopping highlight some of the notable features of Fruitville. Make a stop by Nathan Benderson Park while you're exploring.
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.
Sarasota Springs
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.
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.
Southgate
When in Southgate, you can plan a visit to Siesta Key Beach and Lido Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
More to Explore
- Places of interest
- The Meadows Hotels by Star Rating
- Hotels in top Sarasota neighborhoods
- Other vacations you might like
- Siesta Key Beach
- Lido Beach
- St. Armands Circle
- Venice Beach
- IMG Academy
- Coquina Beach
- Mall at University Town Center
- Turtle Beach
- Nokomis Beach
- Crescent Beach
- Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium
- Cortez Beach
- Nathan Benderson Park
- Sarasota Memorial Hospital
- Myakka River State Park
- Sarasota Jungle Gardens
- John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
- Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch
- Bradenton Beach
- Manasota Beach
- Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
- Riverwalk
- Sarasota Classic Car Museum
- Manatee Public Beach
- Marina Jack
- Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
- Ellenton Premium Outlets
- Siesta Key Marina
- Desoto Speedway
- Point of Rocks
- LECOM Park