Desoto Lakes 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 Desoto Lakes
Kompose Boutique Hotel
Spotless room
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Tropical Beach Resorts
Great place, easy beach access and property was beautiful.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
Place was beautiful and clean.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Carlisle Inn
Quiet, clean hotel, easy parking, good breakfast
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
Very nice staff! Loved the theme of the place!
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Hibiscus Suites - Gateway to Siesta Key
Was wonderful stay and I will back. Large rooms well updated
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Desoto Lakes
The Meadows
The gardens and lake views are a few reasons travellers visit The Meadows. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Nathan Benderson Park and Mall at University Town Center are a few top sights nearby.
North Sarasota
While North Sarasota isn't home to many top sights, Ed Smith Stadium and Sarasota Jungle Gardens are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Fruitville
Restaurants, beaches and shopping highlight some of the notable features of Fruitville. Make a stop by Nathan Benderson Park while you're exploring.
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.
Downtown Sarasota
While visiting Downtown Sarasota, you might make a stop by sights like Sarasota Opera House and Regal Hollywood - Sarasota.
Desoto Lakes Travel Guide
- Siesta Key Beach
- Lido Beach
- St. Armands Circle
- Turtle Beach
- Coquina Beach
- Nokomis Beach
- Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch
- Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium
- Anna Maria Beach
- John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
- Nathan Benderson Park
- Main Street at Lakewood Ranch
- Marina Jack
- Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
- Manasota Beach
- Manatee Public Beach
- Cortez Beach
- Sarasota Jungle Gardens
