Southside Village
Sarasota
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Popular places to visit
Lido Beach
Nothing says vacation 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 search for that perfect souvenir at Mall at University Town Center during your visit to Sarasota. Attend a sporting event or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.
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.
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 studying the exhibits at John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art during your trip to Sarasota. 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
Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour
HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour
Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour
Top hotels in Southside Village
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
Easy booking, great rate, room was very clean. Good stay overall.
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026
Kompose Boutique Hotel
Stay here if you have the chance. Clean, affordable and the staff was amazing.
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026
Tropical Beach Resorts
Very clean room. Very friendly staff. Great little kitchenette with refrigerator/freezer, small oven, stove, and microwave in the Cozy Suite. Very short walk to the beautiful Crescent Beach. While they provided beach towels, no beach chairs were available except for rent.
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
We arrived late, the staff was very welcoming. We were greeted immediately and check in was quick and easy. The rooms was nice and clean. I personally wasn't a fan of the shower, it's just cold while you're showering with no door or half wall to close it off. Overall very pleasant stay.
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026
Lido Beach Resort
Location was great, staff so positive
Reviewed on Jan 27, 2026
Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
Five stars goes out to Spark by Hilton in Sarasota, Fl for rooms extremly clean rooms a the most comfortable beds. Thank you!
Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Southside Village
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.
Downtown Sarasota
If you're spending some time in Downtown Sarasota, Sarasota Opera House and Regal Hollywood - Sarasota are top sights worth seeing.
Central Sarasota
Gardens, art galleries, and theaters are some highlights of Central Sarasota. Make a stop by Sarasota Opera House or Marina Jack while you're exploring.
Southgate
When in Southgate, you can plan a visit to Siesta Key Beach and Lido Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Bird Key
While Bird Key isn't home to many top sights, St. Armands Circle and Lido Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
South Sarasota
While visiting South Sarasota, you might make a stop by sights like The Landings and Coconuts Family Entertainment Center.
