Pinecraft 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.
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 Pinecraft
Carlisle Inn
All the above.
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Kompose Boutique Hotel
Excelente
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Tropical Beach Resorts
Perfect place for our family trip to Sarasota. Clean comfortable room with a king bed for us and a sofa bed for our son. Full kitchen, large bathroom. The room is a little small but was still great, like a small studio apartment. 2 heated pools close to the room and a 1 minute walk on the private ...
Reviewed on 3 Dec 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 Pinecraft
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.
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.
Fruitville
Restaurants, beaches and shopping highlight some of the notable features of Fruitville. Make a stop by Nathan Benderson Park while you're exploring.
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.
South Gate Ridge
South Gate Ridge is well liked for its churches. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Sarasota area, you might plan a trip to Siesta Key Beach or Siesta Key Marina.
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.
Pinecraft 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
- Desoto Speedway
