Popular places to visit
![Lido Beach showing general coastal views and a sandy beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/496000/496558-lido-beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Lido Beach
Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Lido Beach, a popular beach in Sarasota. Wander the picturesque gardens or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
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St. Armands Circle
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore St. Armands Circle, a well-known green space in Sarasota. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
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Mall at University Town Center
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Mall at University Town Center during your visit to Sarasota. Attend a sporting event or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.
![Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium featuring signage](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/496000/496191-mote-marine-laboratory-and-aquarium.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium
Take the family to visit the sea animals who live in Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium during your travels in Sarasota. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
![Ringling Museum Complex showing a park](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/496000/496508-ringling-museum-complex.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
You can spend time studying the exhibits at John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art during your trip to Sarasota. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
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Ed Smith Stadium
Catch an event at Ed Smith Stadium during your trip to Sarasota. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Other neighborhoods around Bird Key
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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.
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Downtown Sarasota
If you're spending some time in Downtown Sarasota, Sarasota Opera House and Payne Park are top sights worth seeing.
![Causeway Park featuring general coastal views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/496000/496008-central-sarasota.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Central Sarasota
Gardens, art galleries, and theaters are some highlights of Central Sarasota. Make a stop by Sarasota Opera House or Marina Jack while you're exploring.
![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!
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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.
![Beautiful Bruny... home to amazing cheese, oysters, wine... all the good stuff.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/19218581067d2be37e46e2ad9c8b2316.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
South Sarasota
While visiting South Sarasota, you might make a stop by sights like The Landings and Coconuts Family Entertainment Center.
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Southgate
When in Southgate, you can plan a visit to Siesta Key Beach and Lido Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.