Central Sarasota Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

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Marie Selby Botanical Gardens

4.5/5(3 reviews)

See a world-class collection of orchids and tropical bromeliads and walk through peaceful mangrove and palm gardens in this botanical park.

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
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Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall

See a diverse range of exciting musical, dance and comedy shows at this architectural landmark inspired by the jagged shape of seashells.

Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
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Sarasota Opera House

Here, 1920s style meets 21st-century luxury in a fully restored Mediterranean Revival opera house and cultural institution, complete with its own opera company.

Sarasota Opera House
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Bayfront Park

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Bayfront Park, a lovely green space in Sarasota. Wander the beautiful beaches and marina in the area.

Bayfront Park
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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.

Florida Studio Theatre
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Causeway Park

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Causeway Park, a lovely green space in Sarasota. Wander the beautiful beaches and marina in the area.

Causeway Park

Top hotels in Central Sarasota

Baymont by Wyndham Sarasota
Baymont by Wyndham Sarasota
2.5 out of 5
1425 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL
The price is ₹6,246 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
₹6,246
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking.
6/10 (1,002 reviews)
"The room did not have good smell"

Reviewed on 27 Apr 2024

Baymont by Wyndham Sarasota
Hyatt Regency Sarasota
Hyatt Regency Sarasota
4 out of 5
1000 Blvd Of The Arts, Sarasota, FL
The price is ₹11,285 per night from 27 May to 28 May
₹11,285
per night
27 May - 28 May
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a marina and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews.
8/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"The hotel's condition feels a little old, and some places need to be upgraded, but the hotel staff are very friendly, and especially the breakfast was very satisfying"

Reviewed on 4 May 2024

Hyatt Regency Sarasota
The Westin Sarasota
The Westin Sarasota
4 out of 5
100 Marina View Drive, Sarasota, FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹14,124 per night from 19 May to 20 May
₹14,124
per night
19 May - 20 May
Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews.
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"I especially like the restaurant Evoc for breakfast, food and staff were excellent. I didn’t like the fact that I couldn’t park and retrieve my own car from parking garage, although it was done in a timely manner by young staff."

Reviewed on 10 May 2024

The Westin 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 ₹12,208 per night from 27 May to 28 May
₹12,208
per night
27 May - 28 May
Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews.
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,217 reviews)
"Great property. Large well appointed rooms."

Reviewed on 9 May 2024

Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL
The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota
The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota
5 out of 5
1111 Ritz Carlton Dr, Sarasota, FL
The price is ₹50,016 per night from 13 May to 14 May
₹50,016
per night
13 May - 14 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions St. Armands Circle and Lido Beach ...
9/10 Wonderful! (999 reviews)
"absolutely beautiful . Great service also."

Reviewed on 30 Apr 2024

The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota
voco Sarasota, an IHG Hotel
voco Sarasota, an IHG Hotel
3.5 out of 5
1223 Boulevard Of The Arts, Sarasota, FL
Fully refundable
The price is ₹10,948 per night from 19 May to 20 May
₹10,948
per night
19 May - 20 May
Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Absolutely an amazing stay! Staff is more than accommodating with a free 3 mile shuttle and free bikes. Check in was a breeze and the room was spotless. Only a few min walk or bike ride to the water and nearby restaurants. Highly recommend!!!!!"

Reviewed on 9 May 2024

voco Sarasota, an IHG Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Central Sarasota

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Downtown Sarasota

While visiting Downtown Sarasota, you might make a stop by sights like Sarasota Opera House and Payne Park.

Downtown Sarasota
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Newtown

While visiting Newtown, you might make a stop by sights like Robert L. Taylor Community Complex and Marietta Museum of Art and Whimsy.

Newtown
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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.

Arlington Park
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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.

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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.

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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.

Southgate

Central Sarasota Travel Guide