Southgate Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
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.
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.
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
Mangrove Tunnel & Manatee Kayak Eco-Tour
Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour
Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour
Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour
Our pick of the best Southgate Hotel Deals
Kompose Boutique Hotel
Dinner at the bistro was ok after an hour wait with hardly anyone else there.
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
Great place to start a tropical getaway. Very nice decorations and easy access to many family friendly places!
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
Everything was great
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Tropical Beach Resorts
Room could have been cleaned better but otherwise it was a perfect location and easy beach access 😎 check in staff was very friendly. It was confusing once we got down on the beach and not knowing what umbrella and chairs was desenated to us. Pool was beautiful and made it very relaxing
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Azul Resort Siesta Key
Very clean, amazing location for us with great restaurants near by and beach access. It is a bit further from the main beach and town
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Tropical Breeze Resort
Hotel best location to stay in Siesta Key. I stayed here 9 years ago and stayed here now again & it’s expanded so much, all the cottages are remodeled, great service. Highly recommend for convenience and location to the beach and the village
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Southgate
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.
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.
Pinecraft
While there might not be top attractions in Pinecraft, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Bobby Jones Golf Complex and Ed Smith Stadium.
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.
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.
South Sarasota
While visiting South Sarasota, you might make a stop by sights like The Landings and Coconuts Family Entertainment Center.