Central Sarasota Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
You can get tickets for a performance at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall during your stay in Sarasota. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Marina Jack
Explore the waterfront of Marina Jack and enjoy other activities such as boating in Sarasota. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, a lovely green space in Sarasota. Wander the beautiful beaches and marina in the area.
Sarasota Opera House
You can make plans for a show at Sarasota Opera House during your trip to Sarasota. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Sarasota County Visitor Information Center and History Museum
Sarasota County Visitor Information Center and History Museum is just one of the places to see in Sarasota, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event in the area.
Florida Studio Theatre
You can get tickets for a performance at Florida Studio Theatre during your stay in Sarasota. Wander the beautiful beaches and marina in the area.
Top hotels in Central Sarasota
The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota
Amenities great, beach club pool was wonderful! Good location, walkable to many restaurants and shops
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
The Westin Sarasota
Room very nice but cold
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection
Staff was wonderful!
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL
The rooms were clean and the hospitality of the staff in the breakfast and dining room.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
The Sarasota Modern, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Dinner and drinks were great. Comfortable rooms. Will stay again.
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
We loved the retro styling — it gave the hotel a fun, unique character. The budget-friendly price made it an even better value, especially considering the great location close to town. Everything was convenient, comfortable, and easy, making this a really enjoyable place to stay. We’d definitely ...
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central Sarasota
Downtown Sarasota
While visiting Downtown Sarasota, you might make a stop by sights like Sarasota Opera House and Regal Hollywood - Sarasota.
Arlington Park
Though Arlington Park may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Marie Selby Botanical Gardens and Marina Jack.
Bird Key
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bird Key and surrounding area, you can visit St. Armands Circle and Lido Beach.
Indian Beach Sapphire Shores
While visiting Indian Beach Sapphire Shores, you might make a stop by sights like Sarasota Jungle Gardens and John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art.
Saint Armands Key
Beaches and restaurants are just a few things travellers like about Saint Armands Key. A stop by St. Armands Circle is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
Southgate
While there might not be top attractions in Southgate, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Siesta Key Beach and Lido Beach.
