Central Sarasota

Sarasota

Central Sarasota
Central Sarasota
Central Sarasota
Central Sarasota
Central Sarasota

Popular places to visit

Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall

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.

Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens showing a park

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.

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
Sarasota Opera House

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.

Sarasota Opera House
Bayfront Park

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.

Bayfront Park
Florida Studio Theatre

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.

Florida Studio Theatre
Causeway Park

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.

Causeway Park

Things to do

HydroCats

HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour

P8,219
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour
Anna Maria Island and Bradenton Beach: Parasailing Tour

Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour

P5,582
per adult
Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour
Sarasota: Seabob Experience

Sarasota: Seabob Experience

P10,148
per adult
Sarasota: Seabob Experience
Naples Florida: Downtown Electric Moped Tour

Naples Florida: Downtown Electric Moped Tour

P3,947
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Naples Florida: Downtown Electric Moped Tour
Downtown Walking Food Tour in Sarasota

Taste of Downtown Sarasota- A Walking/Culinary Tour

P6,706
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Taste of Downtown Sarasota- A Walking/Culinary Tour
Sarasota Scavenger Hunt: Sarasota Spectacles

Self-Guided Sarasota Scavenger Hunt: Sarasota Spectacles

P694
per adult
Self-Guided Sarasota Scavenger Hunt: Sarasota Spectacles
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Top hotels in Central Sarasota

Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL
Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL
3.5 out of 5
202 North Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL
The price is P8,114 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
P8,114
P10,751 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,498 reviews)
"This hotel features a beautiful rooms with excellent amenities. The reception staff were exceptionally welcoming, accommodating, and friendly throughout our stay. The breakfast offerings and evening snacks and drinks were great. However, our experience with the restaurant staff was disappointing. ..."

Reviewed on Jul 10, 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL
The Westin Sarasota
The Westin Sarasota
4 out of 5
100 Marina View Drive, Sarasota, FL
The price is P8,594 per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
P8,594
P11,116 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,023 reviews)
"Amazing service. Newer towels and robes would be greatly appreciated."

Reviewed on Jul 11, 2025

The Westin Sarasota
The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota
The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota
5 out of 5
1111 Ritz Carlton Dr, Sarasota, FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P22,549 per night from Aug 12 to Aug 13
P22,549
P29,152 total
Aug 12 - Aug 13
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"Everything was excellent. Wonderful weekend getaway."

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2025

The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota
Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection
Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection
4 out of 5
1255 North Palm Avenue, Sarasota, FL
The price is P8,078 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
P8,078
P10,915 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Very nice hotel, clean"

Reviewed on Jul 10, 2025

Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection
voco Sarasota by IHG
voco Sarasota by IHG
3.5 out of 5
1223 Boulevard Of The Arts, Sarasota, FL
The price is P6,281 per night from Jul 16 to Jul 17
P6,281
P8,510 total
Jul 16 - Jul 17
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel with many nice surprises. Clean, very well located but the best is the service and the people that work in the hotel."

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2025

voco Sarasota by IHG
Kompose Boutique Hotel
Kompose Boutique Hotel
3 out of 5
965 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,122 reviews)
"Great stay"

Reviewed on Jul 12, 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Central Sarasota

Sarasota which includes a sandy beach as well as children

Downtown Sarasota

If you're spending some time in Downtown Sarasota, Sarasota Opera House and Regal Hollywood - Sarasota are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Sarasota
This place is Fantastic ! The sidecar was yummy. Great place for a special dinner and one of Sarasota's finest restaurants. If I was going to tell a visitor to the area to visit our city's best dining experience... this is it! #localgem

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.

Arlington Park
We loved visiting The Donut Experiment on Anna Maria Island where you can create your own hot cake donut dipped in the icing of your choice and finished off with an amazing topping. From left to right - TOP: coconut flaked chocolate glazed, Reese's Piece chocolate glazed, salted caramel BOTTOM: Oreo crumble chocolate glazed, Fruity Pebbles strawberry glazed, Reese's Puff peanut butter drizzle chocolate glazed. #donut #donuts #florida #foodie #foodietravel #travelblog #foodblog #traveling #colorful #island #vacation #bestof5

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.

Bird Key
St. Armands Circle featuring a statue or sculpture

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.

Saint Armands Key
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Southgate

When in Southgate, you can plan a visit to Siesta Key Beach and Lido Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Southgate
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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.

North Sarasota

Central Sarasota