Southside Village Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Activities

Mangrove Tunnel & Manatee Kayak Eco-Tour

Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour

Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour

Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour

HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour

Sarasota Guided Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Tour
Our pick of the best Southside Village Hotel Deals

Kompose Boutique Hotel
"Super y el personal muy atento"
Reviewed on 14 July 2026

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
"Really nice facility. One thing that was annoying was the outdoor pool. They shouldn't allow flotation items, such as small boats. Kids kept bumping into my wife and me, so we had to get out of the pool. If allowed have a facility member policing the pool area and hold the parents accountable for ..."
Reviewed on 14 July 2026

Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
"outdoor pool and rooms were nicely maintained"
Reviewed on 14 July 2026

Lido Beach Resort
"BEST TRIP Staff was great water, popcorn, and room perfect wristband for roomkey great free parking rug between beds on floor staff at pool and bar great"
Reviewed on 14 July 2026

Tropical Beach Resorts
"This was a beautiful resort beautiful beach beautiful pool we will be back"
Reviewed on 14 July 2026

Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
"Fourth floor construction was being implemented right above my third floor room every day until 4 PM."
Reviewed on 14 July 2026
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Our guide on where to stay in Southside Village

Lido Key
Traverse a winding woodland path and spend the afternoon on this island’s secluded beaches before ending at a beachside bar to enjoy a spectacular sunset.

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

Central Sarasota
Gardens, art galleries and theatres highlight some of the noteworthy features of Central Sarasota. Make a stop by Sarasota Opera House or Marina Jack while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Downtown Sarasota
While visiting Downtown Sarasota, you might make a stop by sights like Sarasota Opera House and Florida Studio Theatre.

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 Sarasota Square.



















