Gulf Gate Estates Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
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Photo by Eric Mondres

Popular places to visit

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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.

Lido Beach
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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.

St. Armands Circle
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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.

Mall at University Town Center
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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.

Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium
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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.

Sarasota Jungle Gardens
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John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art

You can enjoy some culture when you stop by John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art in Sarasota. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art

Activities

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Mangroves, Manatees, and a Hidden Beach: Kayak Tour

NZ$89
Per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Mangroves, Manatees, and a Hidden Beach: Kayak Tour
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Taste of Winter Park (Greater Orlando area)

NZ$187
Per adult
Taste of Winter Park (Greater Orlando area)
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Sarasota Kayak and Food Tour

NZ$268
Per adult
Sarasota Kayak and Food Tour
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Inshore Fishing by Charter in Sarasota

NZ$892
Per adult
Inshore Fishing by Charter in Sarasota
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Sarasota Bar Hunt: Sarasota Slammin'

NZ$20
Per adult
Sarasota Bar Hunt: Sarasota Slammin'
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Haunted Sarasota: Mummies, Murder & Mayhem!

NZ$121
Per adult
Haunted Sarasota: Mummies, Murder & Mayhem!
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Our pick of the best Gulf Gate Estates Hotel Deals

Kompose Boutique Hotel
Kompose Boutique Hotel
3 out of 5
965 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL
The price is NZ$184 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
NZ$184
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,418 reviews)
Sarasota trip
"This is my third or fourth time staying at this hotel. I enjoy the service and hospitality. The only thing that might be looked down on is that there is not much water pressure in the showers. So showers do take some time when you are getting ready. Otherwise the pool is never packed and the breakfast ..."

Reviewed on 28 May 2024

Kompose Boutique Hotel
Hyatt Regency Sarasota
Hyatt Regency Sarasota
4 out of 5
1000 Blvd Of The Arts, Sarasota, FL
The price is NZ$293 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
NZ$293
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free WiFi, a marina, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
Wonderful hotel
"I enjoyed my stay at this hotel from the staff to the amenities, the pool, restaurant and the comfortable room. My only issue was the elevators. They were extremely slow and very small considering most people had luggage with them. Everything else was wonderful!"

Reviewed on 27 May 2024

Hyatt Regency Sarasota
The Westin Sarasota
The Westin Sarasota
4 out of 5
100 Marina View Drive, Sarasota, FL
The price is NZ$384 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
NZ$384
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Everything is great"

Reviewed on 28 May 2024

The Westin Sarasota
Perfectly Located Home with Pool and Spa
Perfectly Located Home with Pool and Spa
Bradenton Beach
Stay at this vacation home in Bradenton Beach. Enjoy private pools, a water park, and patios. Popular attractions Coquina Beach and Anna Maria Beach are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (21 reviews)
Enjoyed our stay
"The house is great, with the ease of having a pool and the beach being only 2 blocks away. This was our first time visiting Anna Maria. We have been finding other options the last couple years since we used to go to Captiva and that was destroyed in the hurricane almost 2 years ago. The island is ..."

Reviewed on 6 May 2024

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Perfectly Located Home with Pool and Spa
Carlisle Inn
Carlisle Inn
3.5 out of 5
3727 Bahia Vista, Sarasota, FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$250 per night from 30 May to 31 May
NZ$250
per night
30 May - 31 May
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,457 reviews)
Amazing experience
"This was one the best experience I’ve ever had in my entire life staying in a hotel. The staff is amazing, the room is very clean. The pool very nice. The breakfast delicious. Definitely going back. Highly recommended."

Reviewed on 27 May 2024

Carlisle Inn
Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
3 out of 5
6600 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL
The price is NZ$242 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
NZ$242
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,011 reviews)
"No dresser drawers to put clothes away"

Reviewed on 27 May 2024

Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
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Other neighbourhoods around Gulf Gate Estates

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Ridge Wood Heights

Travellers like the parks in Ridge Wood Heights, and Bee Ridge Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Ridge Wood Heights
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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.

South Gate Ridge
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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.

Bee Ridge
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South Sarasota

While visiting South Sarasota, you might make a stop by sights like The Landings and Coconuts Family Entertainment Center.

South Sarasota
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Vamo

You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Vamo. You might want to make time for a stop at Pelican Plaza or Sarasota Square.

Vamo
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Palmer Ranch

While there might not be top attractions in Palmer Ranch, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Stoneybrook Golf & Country Club and Turtle Beach.

Palmer Ranch

Gulf Gate Estates Travel Guide

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