Gillespie Park, FL

Sarasota

Popular places to visit

Lido Beach showing general coastal views and a sandy beach

Lido Beach

4.5/5(1,225 reviews)

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

4.5/5(1,234 reviews)

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at St. Armands Circle during your visit to Sarasota. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

St. Armands Circle
Mall at University Town Center

Mall at University Town Center

4.5/5(363 reviews)

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
Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium featuring signage

Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

4.5/5(297 reviews)

Take the family to visit the sea animals who live in Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium during your travels in Sarasota. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium
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
Sarasota Classic Car Museum featuring heritage elements and interior views

Sarasota Classic Car Museum

1/5(1 review)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Sarasota Classic Car Museum in Sarasota. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

Sarasota Classic Car Museum

Gillespie Park Hotel Deals

Kompose Boutique Hotel
Kompose Boutique Hotel
3 out of 5
965 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL
The price is SAR 263 per night from May 27 to May 28
SAR 263
SAR 348 total
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,913 reviews)
"Very clean, excellent price, breakfast was great, staff was very professional."

Reviewed on 22 May 2025

Kompose Boutique Hotel
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
4 out of 5
12324 Manatee Avenue West, Bradenton, FL
The price is SAR 603 per night from May 27 to May 28
SAR 603
SAR 773 total
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,419 reviews)
"Stayed 2 nights by the marina room. View of sunset was beautiful. Property and rooms are excellent. Staff super friendly. Highly recommend this hotel and will stay there again"

Reviewed on 22 May 2025

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 SAR 404 per night from Jun 1 to Jun 2
SAR 404
SAR 456 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
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! (1,321 reviews)
"It was quiet. All staff was friendly. Room was clean. The downside the water could not stay consistent."

Reviewed on 22 May 2025

Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
3 out of 5
4675 N Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL
The price is SAR 298 per night from Jun 4 to Jun 5
SAR 298
SAR 337 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,944 reviews)
"The room was very nice and spacious. The hotel staff was phenomenal and the happy hour was very nice. The gentleman who waited on the guest during happy hour was phenomenal and deserves to be recognized. He was very attentive and personable to everyone. It was obvious he loved his job."

Reviewed on 21 May 2025

Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
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 SAR 634 per night from Jun 1 to Jun 2
SAR 634
SAR 811 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
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! (1,430 reviews)
"Martha, front desk associate, was wonderful! She knew of and was at Selby Gardens for the George Harrison featured exhibit."

Reviewed on 20 May 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL
Tropical Beach Resorts
Tropical Beach Resorts
3.5 out of 5
6717 Sara Sea Circle, Siesta Key, FL
The price is SAR 580 per night from May 27 to May 28
SAR 580
SAR 740 total
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
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! (4,665 reviews)
"The property was sparkly clean. The staff was pleasant and interactive, and the swimming. Pool was absolutely beautiful."

Reviewed on 22 May 2025

Tropical Beach Resorts
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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 Siesta Key Beach and Lido Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Southgate

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