Avondale, FL
Sarasota
Popular places to visit
Lido Beach
Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Lido Beach, a popular beach in Sarasota. Wander the picturesque gardens or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
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.
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.
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.
Nathan Benderson Park
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Nathan Benderson Park, a lovely green space in Sarasota. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
You can spend time studying the exhibits at John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art during your trip to Sarasota. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Avondale Hotel Deals
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
enjoyed our stay
Reviewed on 2026/4/10
Kompose Boutique Hotel
Only stay for 1 night. The things we didn’t like were that there were no outlets on one side of the bed.The toilet and shower compartments were not private at all
Reviewed on 2026/4/9
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
No issues at all, the room was clean and the air conditioning was great. Staff was amazing!
Reviewed on 2026/4/9
Tropical Beach Resorts
Short walk to beach, can rent chairs, nice pool, clean and updated
Reviewed on 2026/4/9
Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
Not much of a breakfast. Cheap and not cheerful. The coffee is awful. I love a coffee in the morning but this was hot water, well warm, with a few sprinkles of coffee. They run out of hot water to make tea and Swiss Miss hit chocolate mix. Don’t make your decision on their fake breakfast. Pool bar ...
Reviewed on 2026/4/8
Lido Beach Resort
Beautifuk facility.
Reviewed on 2026/4/9
Other neighborhoods around Avondale
Downtown Sarasota
If you're spending some time in Downtown Sarasota, Sarasota Opera House and Regal Hollywood - Sarasota 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.
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.
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.
Southgate
When in Southgate, you can plan a visit to Siesta Key Beach and Lido Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Pinecraft
While Pinecraft isn't home to many top sights, Ed Smith Stadium and Marie Selby Botanical Gardens are some notable places to visit nearby.
