Downtown Sarasota, FL
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Popular places to visit

Sarasota Opera House
Here, 1920s style meets 21st-century luxury in a fully restored Mediterranean Revival opera house and cultural institution, complete with its own opera company.

Florida Studio Theatre
You can make plans for a show at Florida Studio Theatre on your trip to Sarasota. Wander the beautiful beaches and marina in the area.

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.

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.
Downtown Sarasota Hotel Deals

Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection
Beautiful hotel, great service, food in restaurants was delicious. Clean rooms and comfortable beds. Thank you for a wonderful stay! We will be back!
Reviewed on 2026/1/5

Aloft Sarasota
Great location!
Reviewed on 2026/1/5

Kompose Boutique Hotel
The esthetics of The hotel Were very different and beautiful overall very clean and staff were amazingly friendly and very helpful especially Jeena. Thank you would Definitely return over and over again.
Reviewed on 2026/1/6

Tropical Beach Resorts
This is the third time I've stated Tropical Beach Resorts, and it has been amazing every time. The rooms are great, the grounds are so lovely and well maintained, the new pool is fantastic, and the beach is gorgeous. Can't wait to go back again someday!
Reviewed on 2026/1/4

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
We had a short but very pleasant stay at the Compass Hotel by Margaritaville. Our room had a lovely water view, and the entire property is beautifully maintained. A relaxing and enjoyable stop, would happily return.
Reviewed on 2026/1/3

Carlisle Inn
Large rooms
Reviewed on 2026/1/6
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Other neighborhoods around Downtown Sarasota

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.

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.

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

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.

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.





