Visit South Sarasota
Popular places to visit
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.
St. Armands Circle
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at St. Armands Circle during your visit to Sarasota. Stroll along the seaside 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.
Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium
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.
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.
Ed Smith Stadium
Catch an event at Ed Smith Stadium during your trip to Sarasota. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
South Sarasota Hotel Deals
Kompose Boutique Hotel
Great
Reviewed on 23 November 2025
Tropical Beach Resorts
Not what I expected, smallish motel like. But nice and clean rooms with good ac and nice kitchenette. Small but cozy little pool. Beach very close. Is good for the price tbh.
Reviewed on 26 November 2025
Carlisle Inn
Spotless room, courteous staff.
Reviewed on 24 November 2025
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
The manatees in the Marina were an awesome touch!
Reviewed on 25 November 2025
Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
The hotel es clean and renovated, but definitely they need a microwave in all the rooms y not just only in the reception area, before the Sparks by Hiltoon was Best Western Plus, and they have better breakfast, and microwave in the rooms.
Reviewed on 25 November 2025
Hibiscus Suites - Gateway to Siesta Key
All very nice
Reviewed on 24 November 2025
Other neighborhoods around South Sarasota
Ridge Wood Heights
Ridge Wood Heights is well-liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Sarasota area, you might plan a trip to The Landings or Gulf Gate Mall.
Southgate
When in Southgate, you can plan a visit to Sarasota Art Museum and Lido Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
South Gate Ridge
South Gate Ridge is well-liked for its churches. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Sarasota area, you might plan a trip to Siesta Key Beach or Siesta Key Marina.
Arlington Park
Arlington Park might not have many top sights, but Sarasota Art Museum and Marie Selby Botanical Gardens are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Gulf Gate Estates
Pristine beaches and ample dining options are well-reviewed features of Gulf Gate Estates. Make a stop by top sights like Gulf Gate Golf Club while you're exploring the area.
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.
South Sarasota, FL
- The Landings
- Coconuts Family Entertainment Center
- Siesta Key Beach
- Lido Beach
- St. Armands Circle
- Venice Beach
- IMG Academy
- Turtle Beach
- Mall at University Town Center
- Nokomis Beach
- Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch
- Coquina Beach
- Crescent Beach
- Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium
- Caspersen Beach
- Sarasota Memorial Hospital
- LECOM Park
- John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
- Bradenton Beach
- Myakka River State Park
- Ed Smith Stadium
- Marina Jack
- Main Street at Lakewood Ranch
- Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
- Nathan Benderson Park
- Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
- Longboat Key Beaches
- Riverwalk
- Manasota Beach
- Manatee Public Beach
- Ringling College of Art and Design
- Sarasota Classic Car Museum
