Central Sarasota, FL

Sarasota

Causeway Park featuring general coastal views
Central Sarasota which includes a garden
Central Sarasota showing food and dining out
Central Sarasota featuring interior views and heritage elements
Central Sarasota showing outdoor eating as well as a small group of people

Popular places to visit

Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall

Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall

4/5(3 reviews)

See a diverse range of exciting musical, dance and comedy shows at this architectural landmark inspired by the jagged shape of seashells.

Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens featuring a park

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens

4.5/5(169 reviews)

See a world-class collection of orchids and tropical bromeliads and walk through peaceful mangrove and palm gardens in this botanical park.

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
Central Sarasota featuring interior views and heritage elements

Sarasota Opera House

4.5/5(28 reviews)

Here, 1920s style meets 21st-century luxury in a fully restored Mediterranean Revival opera house and cultural institution, complete with its own opera company.

Sarasota Opera House
Nice park in Sarasota Florida, including water jets and playground, kids had a blast! There's also a tiki bar next door for a cheeky cocktail. #kidsfun

Bayfront Park

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Bayfront Park, a lovely green space in Sarasota. Wander the beautiful beaches and marina in the area.

Bayfront Park
Florida Studio Theatre featuring signage

Florida Studio Theatre

You can make plans for a show at Florida Studio Theatre on your trip to Sarasota. Wander the beautiful beaches and marina in the area.

Florida Studio Theatre
Causeway Park which includes a bridge and a river or creek as well as a couple

Causeway Park

Causeway Park is just one of the places to see in Sarasota, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

Causeway Park

Central Sarasota Hotel Deals

The Westin Sarasota

The Westin Sarasota

4 out of 5
100 Marina View Drive, Sarasota, FL
The price is ₩265,541 per night from Oct 26 to Oct 27
₩265,541
₩335,525 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,100 reviews)
"Very good"

Reviewed on Oct 7, 2025

The Westin Sarasota
Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL

Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL

3.5 out of 5
202 North Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL
The price is ₩232,775 per night from Oct 19 to Oct 20
₩232,775
₩302,977 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,637 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay for the week. Friendly staff all around. We loved the breakfast, happy hour, and restaurant. Everything you could want or need is in one spot. Short drive to the beach and shops…things to do. I would definitely recommend."

Reviewed on Oct 1, 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL
Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection

Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
1255 North Palm Avenue, Sarasota, FL
The price is ₩272,460 per night from Oct 26 to Oct 27
₩272,460
₩353,015 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Overall, the hotel was nice. We were on the seventh floor. Both on the eighth floor open top pool bar. There is a nightclub on Friday and Saturday nights and the noise is very loud and goes on until later at night. It was hard to sleep when The nightclub was on."

Reviewed on Oct 8, 2025

Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection
The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota

The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota

5 out of 5
1111 Ritz Carlton Dr, Sarasota, FL
The price is ₩799,048 per night from Nov 11 to Nov 12
₩799,048
₩995,648 total
Nov 11 - Nov 12
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Loved staying at this hotel! I was hesitant because it wasn’t on the beach but they have a shuttle that takes you straight to their beach location with a great pool! Staff was incredibly friendly"

Reviewed on Sep 26, 2025

The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota
voco Sarasota by IHG

voco Sarasota by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1223 Boulevard Of The Arts, Sarasota, FL
The price is ₩192,861 per night from Oct 19 to Oct 20
₩192,861
₩253,595 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"Very comfortable"

Reviewed on Oct 5, 2025

voco Sarasota by IHG
Aloft Sarasota

Aloft Sarasota

3.5 out of 5
1401 Ringling Boulevard, Sarasota, FL
The price is ₩217,041 per night from Oct 26 to Oct 27
₩217,041
₩245,257 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Great hotel!!"

Reviewed on Oct 2, 2025

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Other neighborhoods around Central Sarasota

Sarasota which includes a sandy beach as well as children

Downtown Sarasota

If you're spending some time in Downtown Sarasota, Sarasota Opera House and Regal Hollywood - Sarasota are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Sarasota
This place is Fantastic ! The sidecar was yummy. Great place for a special dinner and one of Sarasota's finest restaurants. If I was going to tell a visitor to the area to visit our city's best dining experience... this is it! #localgem

Arlington Park

Arlington Park might not have many top sights, but Marie Selby Botanical Gardens and Marina Jack are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Arlington Park
We loved visiting The Donut Experiment on Anna Maria Island where you can create your own hot cake donut dipped in the icing of your choice and finished off with an amazing topping. From left to right - TOP: coconut flaked chocolate glazed, Reese's Piece chocolate glazed, salted caramel BOTTOM: Oreo crumble chocolate glazed, Fruity Pebbles strawberry glazed, Reese's Puff peanut butter drizzle chocolate glazed. #donut #donuts #florida #foodie #foodietravel #travelblog #foodblog #traveling #colorful #island #vacation #bestof5

Bird Key

While Bird Key isn't home to many top sights, Lido Beach and South Lido Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Bird Key
St. Armands Circle featuring a statue or sculpture

Saint Armands Key

Beaches and restaurants are just a few things travelers like about Saint Armands Key. A stop by St. Armands Circle is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

Saint Armands Key
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Southgate

4/5(2 area reviews)

When in Southgate, you can plan a visit to Sarasota Art Museum and Siesta Key Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Southgate
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North Sarasota

While North Sarasota might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ed Smith Stadium and Sarasota Jungle Gardens.

North Sarasota

Central Sarasota, FL