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.
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.
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.
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.
Downtown Sarasota Hotel Deals
Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection
Wonderful hotel in downtown Sarasota. The entire experience was amazing with comfortable accomodations, beautiful atmosphere, great bar/restaurant and gracious staff. Thank you for such a memorable stay.
Reviewed on 2025/10/19
Aloft Sarasota
Really nice property in a perfect location
Reviewed on 2025/10/18
Kompose Boutique Hotel
Very ckean
Reviewed on 2025/10/21
Tropical Beach Resorts
This property is wonderful. Stayed here in May 25 and again October 25. We will be back. All staff are wonderful.
Reviewed on 2025/10/23
Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
We didn't spend much time there except to sleep.
Reviewed on 2025/10/19
The Westin Sarasota
The restaurant service is quite slow considering that only two or three tables were occupied each time we visited. On one occasion, I ordered a filet mignon medium-well, but it was served well-done. On a positive note, breakfast was very good, although the avocado had some bad sections that should ...
Reviewed on 2025/10/21
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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, Lido Beach and South Lido Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
Southgate
When in Southgate, you can plan a visit to Sarasota Art Museum and Siesta Key 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.
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.
Downtown Sarasota, FL
- Sarasota Opera House
- Payne Park
- Lido Beach
- Turtle Beach
- Anna Maria Beach
- Nokomis Beach
- John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
- Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium
- Bradenton Beach
- Sarasota Memorial Hospital
- Main Street at Lakewood Ranch
- Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch
- Manasota Beach
- Riverwalk
- Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
