Fruitville Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
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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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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
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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

Activities

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Mangroves, Manatees, and a Hidden Beach: Kayak Tour

NZ$81
Per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Mangroves, Manatees, and a Hidden Beach: Kayak Tour
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Siesta Key Electric Bike Sunset Tour

NZ$107
Per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Siesta Key Electric Bike Sunset Tour
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Dolphin and Manatee Adventure Tour of Sarasota with Olde Florida History!

NZ$105
Per adult
Dolphin and Manatee Adventure Tour of Sarasota with Olde Florida History!
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TreeUmph Adventure Course

NZ$109
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
TreeUmph Adventure Course
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Sarasota Kayak and Food Tour

NZ$268
Per adult
Sarasota Kayak and Food Tour
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Circus Secrets of Sarasota

NZ$100
Per adult
Circus Secrets of Sarasota
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Our pick of the best Fruitville Hotel Deals

Kompose Boutique Hotel
Kompose Boutique Hotel
3 out of 5
965 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL
The price is NZ$166 per night from 20 May to 21 May
NZ$166
per night
20 May - 21 May
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! (3,384 reviews)
"Very nice property. Rooms are very clean and minimalistic, which is a nice change."

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

Kompose Boutique Hotel
Ameniti Bay, BW Signature Collection
Ameniti Bay, BW Signature Collection
2.5 out of 5
5985 Brookhill Boulevard, 5985, Sarasota, FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$198 per night from 31 May to 1 Jun
NZ$198
per night
31 May - 1 Jun
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
"Property was nice but it’s in a very congested area at certain times"

Reviewed on 12 May 2024

Ameniti Bay, BW Signature Collection
Hyatt Regency Sarasota
Hyatt Regency Sarasota
4 out of 5
1000 Blvd Of The Arts, Sarasota, FL
The price is NZ$254 per night from 27 May to 28 May
NZ$254
per night
27 May - 28 May
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! (1,008 reviews)
"So beautiful and peaceful staff was very friendly."

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

Hyatt Regency 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 Cortez Beach and Coquina Beach are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (20 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
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
4 out of 5
12324 Manatee Avenue West, Bradenton, FL
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Bradenton. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,223 reviews)
"The staff was nice, the property was clean and it was exactly as expected."

Reviewed on 12 May 2024

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Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
Carlisle Inn
Carlisle Inn
3.5 out of 5
3727 Bahia Vista, Sarasota, FL
The price is NZ$255 per night from 15 May to 16 May
NZ$255
per night
15 May - 16 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! (1,432 reviews)
"Amazing experience!"

Reviewed on 11 May 2024

Carlisle Inn
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Other neighbourhoods around Fruitville

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Sarasota Springs

The beaches and restaurants are a few reasons travellers visit Sarasota Springs. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Ed Smith Stadium and Marie Selby Botanical Gardens are a few top sights nearby.

Sarasota Springs
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The Meadows

The gardens and lake views are a few reasons travellers visit The Meadows. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Nathan Benderson Park and Mall at University Town Center are a few top sights nearby.

The Meadows
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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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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.

Southgate
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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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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.

Arlington Park

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