Indian Beach Sapphire Shores Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

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.

Sarasota Jungle Gardens
Chatter with a parrot, watch lemurs swing by, meet a flock of flamingos and explore a tropical oasis in this extensive botanical park.

Ca’ d’Zan
Circus magnate John Ringling left a legacy to Sarasota with this Venetian-Gothic mansion, complete with sprawling bayside gardens and an impressive art collection.

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.
Top hotels in Indian Beach Sapphire Shores

Kompose Boutique Hotel
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Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
Never used the pool. But we enjoyed both the simplicity and the 50s kitchy-ness. Would have liked to have had more towels. Lobby staff was great and the room cleaning staff were both effective and efficient.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Tropical Beach Resorts
Very beautiful beach location, pools and accommodations. Staff was very good, and the room was very clean and kept up nicely. It was our first stay there and I can tell you we will plan on returning again. Thank you!
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
Loved the marina view off of our balcony. The pool was great and the free breakfasts were very good.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

Azul Resort Siesta Key
Sparkling clean room, bathroom, all pool areas!
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

Carlisle Inn
The rooms were clean and spacious. The staff were incredibly nice and helpful. If in the area again, we would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Indian Beach Sapphire Shores

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.

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.

Whitfield Estates
While there might not be top attractions in Whitfield Estates, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Powel Crosley Estate and Ca’ d’Zan.

Downtown Sarasota
While visiting Downtown Sarasota, you might make a stop by sights like Sarasota Opera House and Regal Hollywood - Sarasota.

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.

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.
