Gillespie Park, FL

Sarasota

Popular places to visit

Lido Beach showing general coastal views and a sandy beach

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.

Lido Beach
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
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
Ringling Museum Complex showing a park

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.

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

Walk around the campus at Ringling College of Art and Design as part of your travels around Sarasota. In the area, take in the fascinating museums and beautiful sunsets.

Ringling College of Art and Design

Gillespie Park Hotel Deals

Kompose Boutique Hotel
Kompose Boutique Hotel
3 out of 5
965 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL
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! (4,070 reviews)
"It’s quite close to Airport but I feel the hotel should keep an Airport Drop shuttle as it’s not easy walk with Luggage and secondly a welcome bottle of water will be nice to offer to all guest. I arrived on a very hot afternoon-evening and the reception didn’t offer any welcome drink or bottle of ..."

Reviewed on 2025/7/5

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Tropical Beach Resorts
Tropical Beach Resorts
3.5 out of 5
6717 Sara Sea Circle, Siesta Key, FL
The price is NT$4,646 per night from Jul 8 to Jul 9
NT$4,646
NT$5,904 total
Jul 8 - Jul 9
includes taxes & 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! (4,749 reviews)
"Very clean and friendly staff...."

Reviewed on 2025/7/5

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Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
4 out of 5
12324 Manatee Avenue West, Bradenton, FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NT$5,078 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
NT$5,078
NT$6,451 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Bradenton. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,536 reviews)
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"Amazing clean new hotel . Good food . Amazing pool area and views. Cindy at the pool area made us very very welcome."

Reviewed on 2025/7/2

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
3 out of 5
6600 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL
The price is NT$3,417 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
NT$3,417
NT$3,862 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
includes taxes & 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! (1,429 reviews)
"It is a great location to go to the beach and some shopping."

Reviewed on 2025/7/4

Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL
Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL
3.5 out of 5
202 North Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL
The price is NT$4,155 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
NT$4,155
NT$5,505 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
includes taxes & 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! (1,488 reviews)
"I Ike the hotel so much , the staff in restaurant is great except the guy who is preparing the ready to order omelets( he is so mean in treating the people) , also the receptionist Kimberly was great and fixed the problem the Spanish lady with glasses (with the Spanish guy with glasses did it ( they ..."

Reviewed on 2025/7/4

Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL
The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort
The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort
5 out of 5
1601 Gulf Of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key, FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NT$22,820 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
NT$22,820
NT$27,584 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Longboat Key. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants, and a private beach. Popular attractions Lido Beach and St. Armands ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (28 reviews)
"Amazing that's the only thing anyone needs to know about spending time here"

Reviewed on 2025/6/29

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Other neighborhoods around Gillespie Park

Causeway Park featuring general coastal views

Central Sarasota

4/5(911 area reviews)

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.

Central Sarasota
Sarasota which includes a sandy beach as well as children

Downtown Sarasota

If you're spending some time in Downtown Sarasota, Sarasota Opera House and Regal Hollywood - Sarasota are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Sarasota
This place is Fantastic ! The sidecar was yummy. Great place for a special dinner and one of Sarasota's finest restaurants. If I was going to tell a visitor to the area to visit our city's best dining experience... this is it! #localgem

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.

Arlington Park
We loved visiting The Donut Experiment on Anna Maria Island where you can create your own hot cake donut dipped in the icing of your choice and finished off with an amazing topping. From left to right - TOP: coconut flaked chocolate glazed, Reese's Piece chocolate glazed, salted caramel BOTTOM: Oreo crumble chocolate glazed, Fruity Pebbles strawberry glazed, Reese's Puff peanut butter drizzle chocolate glazed. #donut #donuts #florida #foodie #foodietravel #travelblog #foodblog #traveling #colorful #island #vacation #bestof5

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.

Bird Key
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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.

North Sarasota
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Southgate

4/5(2 area reviews)

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

Southgate

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