Downtown Sarasota Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Lido Beach
Nothing says holiday 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
When you visit St. Armands Circle, a favourite shopping spot in Sarasota, you can browse for souvenirs. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium
Take the family to visit the sea animals who live in Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium during your holiday to Sarasota. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Mall at University Town Center
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Mall at University Town Center during your trip to Sarasota. Attend a sporting event or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.
Top hotels in Downtown Sarasota
Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection
Best part of hotel was Sarah the main floor bartender. Incredibly helpful and kind. Even made sure to get my son’s lost sunglasses back to us. Also an amazing resource for local restaurants.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Kompose Boutique Hotel
I will definitely be back to Kompose when visiting Florida again. Perfect location, it’s beautiful, great amenities, full bar, pool, and jacuzzi. Staff is absolutely amazing. Wish I could remember the name of the young gentleman at front desk and our bartender. Love this place.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
Zach was exceptional! Room was very nice. Location was great too!
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
We came in 2 days early staying in condos, and this was the perfect place to hang our hat until our place was ready. The breakfast was fantastic and we even came back for happy hour at the hotel bar during our stay in the condos
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Tropical Beach Resorts
Love the location, excellent service and place clean and quite
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Tropical Breeze Resort
Staff was very nice and accommodating but the room wasn't very clean or stocked
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Sarasota
Central Sarasota
Gardens, art galleries and theatres highlight some of the noteworthy features of Central Sarasota. Make a stop by Sarasota Opera House or Marina Jack while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
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.
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.
Pinecraft
While there might not be top attractions in Pinecraft, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Bobby Jones Golf Complex and Ed Smith Stadium.
