Gillespie Park, FL

Sarasota

Popular places to visit

Lido Beach showing general coastal views and a sandy beach

Lido Beach

4.5/5(1,225 reviews)

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.

Lido Beach
St. Armands Circle featuring a statue or sculpture

St. Armands Circle

4.5/5(1,234 reviews)

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.

St. Armands Circle
Mall at University Town Center

Mall at University Town Center

4.5/5(363 reviews)

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.

Mall at University Town Center
Ringling Museum Complex showing a park

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.

John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium featuring signage

Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

4.5/5(297 reviews)

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.

Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium
Ed Smith Stadium

Ed Smith Stadium

4/5(8 reviews)

Catch an event at Ed Smith Stadium during your trip to Sarasota. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

Ed Smith Stadium

Gillespie Park Hotel Deals

Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
3 out of 5
4675 N Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL
The price is SAR 511 per night from Mar 3 to Mar 4
SAR 511
SAR 577 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,606 reviews)
"It was a delightfully updated room with a retro fun vibe. Their customer service & price were both great! I got a kick out of their tiki hut bar was the oldest one in Punta Gorda."

Reviewed on 20 February 2025

Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
Hyatt Regency Sarasota
Hyatt Regency Sarasota
4 out of 5
1000 Blvd Of The Arts, Sarasota, FL
The price is SAR 953 per night from Mar 11 to Mar 12
SAR 953
SAR 1,204 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Mar - 12 Mar
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free WiFi, a marina, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Stop the smokers"

Reviewed on 19 February 2025

Hyatt Regency Sarasota
Kompose Boutique Hotel
Kompose Boutique Hotel
3 out of 5
965 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL
The price is SAR 780 per night from Mar 3 to Mar 4
SAR 780
SAR 932 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,515 reviews)
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Reviewed on 18 February 2025

Kompose Boutique Hotel
Palmetto Marriott Resort & Spa
Palmetto Marriott Resort & Spa
4.5 out of 5
600 US HIGHWAY 41, Palmetto, FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SAR 709 per night from Mar 12 to Mar 13
SAR 709
SAR 801 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Palmetto. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions LECOM Park and Palmetto Historical ...
9/10 Wonderful! (85 reviews)
"Everything was great … except the $45/night for resort fee and parking"

Reviewed on 16 February 2025

Palmetto Marriott Resort & Spa
Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
3 out of 5
6600 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL
The price is SAR 826 per night from Mar 23 to Mar 24
SAR 826
SAR 933 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,166 reviews)
"Good location. Access to pool and hot tub. Be advised. The website says breakfast and shuttle available. While this is true, potential guests should be aware that the shuttle is not free; tips only. And breakfast consists of bagels, cereal - hot and cold - muffins, coffee, OJ, and water. No eggs, ..."

Reviewed on 19 February 2025

Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort
The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort
5 out of 5
1601 Gulf Of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key, FL
The price is SAR 4,756 per night from Feb 23 to Feb 24
SAR 4,756
SAR 5,607 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Longboat Key. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants, and a private beach. Popular attractions St. Armands Circle and Lido ...
10/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
"Darin and the staff at the beach, pool, valet, housekeeping, butler, FD, restaurants were all fabulous. loved nightly turndown service. room was clean and comfortable. balcony large. food at CW prime, Aura were excellent as was breakfast at Riva and the coffee/baked goods at Carolinas. loved the ..."

Reviewed on 6 February 2025

The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort
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Other neighborhoods around Gillespie Park

Causeway Park featuring general coastal views

Central Sarasota

4/5(911 area reviews)

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.

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 Payne Park 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, St. Armands Circle and Lido Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Bird Key
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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
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Southgate

4/5(2 area reviews)

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

Southgate

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