Central Sarasota
Sarasota
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Popular places to visit
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.
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
See a world-class collection of orchids and tropical bromeliads and walk through peaceful mangrove and palm gardens in this botanical park.
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.
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.
Florida Studio Theatre
You can make plans for a show at Florida Studio Theatre on your trip to Sarasota. Wander the beautiful beaches and marina in the area.
Causeway Park
Causeway Park is just one of the places to see in Sarasota, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Things to do
Mangroves, Manatees, and a Hidden Beach: Kayak Tour
Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
City Sightseeing Trolley Tour of Sarasota
Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
Sarasota Guided Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Tour
Clear Kayak Glass Bottom Day Tour - Sarasota
Top hotels in Central Sarasota
The Westin Sarasota
Stunning view on the rooftop
Reviewed on Nov 8, 2025
Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection
Room was very nice and clean. We would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on Nov 5, 2025
The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota
We stayed on the Club Level, and the concierges were great!!! They couldn't do enough for us! The front desk staff were great too! It was Halloween, and they celebrated in style!
Reviewed on Nov 6, 2025
Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL
The hotel was great. Clean,friendly, pool was great. But expedia charged us more than the otel would have
Reviewed on Nov 8, 2025
voco Sarasota by IHG
Great front desk staff ! Very kind and helpful
Reviewed on Oct 27, 2025
Aloft Sarasota
Clean , friendly staff , great location
Reviewed on Oct 20, 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Central Sarasota
Downtown Sarasota
If you're spending some time in Downtown Sarasota, Sarasota Opera House and Regal Hollywood - Sarasota are top sights worth seeing.
Arlington Park
Arlington Park might not have many top sights, but Marie Selby Botanical Gardens and Marina Jack are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Bird Key
While Bird Key isn't home to many top sights, Lido Beach and South Lido Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
Saint Armands Key
Beaches and restaurants are just a few things travelers like about Saint Armands Key. A stop by St. Armands Circle is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
Southgate
When in Southgate, you can plan a visit to Sarasota Art Museum and Siesta Key Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
North Sarasota
While North Sarasota might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ed Smith Stadium and Sarasota Jungle Gardens.
