Cherokee Park Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Cherokee Park
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Sarasota Guided Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Tour
Mangrove Tunnel & Manatee Kayak Eco-Tour
Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour
Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
Siesta Key Electric Bike Sunset Tour
Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour
Our pick of the best Cherokee Park Hotel Deals
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
The air conditioning in my room never work, let them know, and they never did anything.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
From Check in to Check out staff was friendly and helpful.. Room was very clean Nice restaurant and bar, a little gift shop Pretty waterviews! Just go over bridge to AMI to beaches, shops, restaurants Would definitely stay here again
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Kompose Boutique Hotel
Such a lovely vibe, Kompose is a little jewel next to the SRQ airport, rooms have some character and comfortable bedding. Only weakness is a non existent bathroom area but showers are good quality.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
Price is right for the proximity to the beach. The pillows had a musty smell, but the rest of the room as very clean & well maintained.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Tropical Beach Resorts
The whole resort was so clean. Access to the beach was amazing. Definitely will be back!!
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Lido Beach Resort
Beautiful Maids. Clean Rooms
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Cherokee Park
Arlington Park
Though Arlington Park may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Marie Selby Botanical Gardens and Marina Jack.
South Sarasota
While visiting South Sarasota, you might make a stop by sights like The Landings and Coconuts Family Entertainment Center.
Bird Key
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bird Key and surrounding area, you can visit Lido Beach and South Lido Park.
Southgate
While there might not be top attractions in Southgate, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Siesta Key Beach and Lido Beach.
Downtown Sarasota
While visiting Downtown Sarasota, you might make a stop by sights like Sarasota Opera House and Regal Hollywood - Sarasota.
Ridge Wood Heights
Ridge Wood Heights is well liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Sarasota area, you might plan a trip to Siesta Key Beach or Lido Beach.
