Fordville Travel Guide
Sarasota
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.
Nathan Benderson Park
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Nathan Benderson Park, a lovely green space in Sarasota. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
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.
Top hotels in Fordville
Kompose Boutique Hotel
For the price, this was a great hotel! Very fun vibe, central location, nice pool and the weight room was great!
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
Highly recommend. Friendly staff, nice pool area, bar on site with strong drinks, music and bingo throughout the week. They even have laundry facilities.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Tropical Beach Resorts
Azul Resort Siesta Key
The rooms are on the smaller side but who stays in their room for any length of time other than sleeping really. They were updated beautifully and kept clean. The only thing I would suggest is a little bit bigger parking spaces
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Carlisle Inn
Overall a well maintained hotel with a very helpfull staff. No hesitation to recommend it to other travelers.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Tropical Breeze Resort
Short walk to beach and lots restaurants. Kate at front desk was a pleasure to have there. Rooms were spotless and very nice. Free bikes, beach chairs , water and ice. Nice pools & places to sit.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Fordville
Fruitville
Restaurants, beaches and shopping highlight some of the notable features of Fruitville. Make a stop by Nathan Benderson Park while you're exploring.
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.
Sarasota Springs
The beaches and restaurants are a few reasons travellers visit Sarasota Springs. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Ed Smith Stadium and Marie Selby Botanical Gardens are a few top sights nearby.
Pinecraft
While there might not be top attractions in Pinecraft, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Bobby Jones Golf Complex and Ed Smith Stadium.
Bee Ridge
Notable for its beaches, restaurants and shopping, Bee Ridge is a sought-after destination for many travellers visiting Sarasota. If you want to see some sights in the area, check out Siesta Key Beach or Siesta Key Marina.
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.
