Alta Vista Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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
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.
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.
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.
John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
You can spend time exploring the galleries in John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art in 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.
Top hotels in Alta Vista
Kompose Boutique Hotel
Excelente
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Tropical Beach Resorts
Room was clean. Location was perfect. Staff was very courteous. Walked to beach every day and restaurants also within walking distance.
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Carlisle Inn
All the above.
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
Everything was wonderful. Lodging staff food amenities. View. Couldn’t have been nicer.
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Hibiscus Suites - Gateway to Siesta Key
This place is a gem!! I only stayed one night but wish it was more. The room was very clean and the staff was fantastic. The area is beautiful and at an excellent price. I highly recommend you stay here if you are in Siesta Keys!!
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Lido Beach Resort
Great experience
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Alta Vista
Arlington Park
Though Arlington Park may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Sarasota Art Museum and Marie Selby Botanical Gardens.
Downtown Sarasota
While visiting Downtown Sarasota, you might make a stop by sights like Sarasota Opera House and Regal Hollywood - Sarasota.
Southgate
While there might not be top attractions in Southgate, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Sarasota Art Museum and Lido Beach.
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.
Pinecraft
While there might not be top attractions in Pinecraft, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Ed Smith Stadium and Marie Selby Botanical Gardens.
Bird Key
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bird Key and surrounding area, you can visit Lido Beach and South Lido Park.
Alta Vista Travel Guide
- Siesta Key Beach
- Lido Beach
- St. Armands Circle
- Turtle Beach
- Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch
- Coquina Beach
- Nokomis Beach
- Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium
- Caspersen Beach
- John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
- Main Street at Lakewood Ranch
- Marina Jack
- Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
- Nathan Benderson Park
- Manasota Beach
- Manatee Public Beach
- Ringling College of Art and Design
- Cortez Beach
