South Sarasota Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit South Sarasota
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.
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 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
Mangroves, Manatees, and a Hidden Beach: Kayak Tour
Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
Murder Mystery Trolley: Who Killed The Circus Queen?
Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour
Our pick of the best South Sarasota Hotel Deals
Kompose Boutique Hotel
Brea
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
Yes
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Tropical Beach Resorts
Website pictures of the rooms made rooms seem larger than they were. Also, our room was noisy in morning with trash cans being wheeled through. One pool closed for maintenance on one day. Beach chairs too expensive.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
Room was too small to have 2 queen beds. The one nearer the window had the AC unit protruding into the room leaving insufficient space to fit My leg. The opposite bed had only a few more inches clearance. Should have single king bed
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Lido Beach Resort
Our stayed at the Lido Beach resort was wondeful. It was easy to communicate with the hotel staff through text messages . The pool and beach staff was amazing . From getting chairs, towels, putting up beach umbrella and making sure our drinks and food getting to us fast . We love how easy it’s to ...
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
Location, convenient, pool area.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South 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 The Landings or Gulf Gate Mall.
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.
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 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.
Gulf Gate Estates
Pristine beaches and ample dining options are well-reviewed features of Gulf Gate Estates. Make a stop by top sights like Gulf Gate Golf Club while you're exploring the area.
Bird Key
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bird Key and surrounding area, you can visit St. Armands Circle and Lido Beach.
