Alta Vista
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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
See hungry sharks and delicate seahorses at this research aquarium that specializes in the sea life that flourishes on Florida’s central west coastline.
John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
You can enjoy some culture when you stop by John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art in Sarasota. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Sarasota Jungle Gardens
Chatter with a parrot, watch lemurs swing by, meet a flock of flamingos and explore a tropical oasis in this extensive botanical park.
Things to do
Mangroves, Manatees, and a Hidden Beach: Kayak Tour
Taste of Winter Park (Greater Orlando area)
Sarasota Scavenger Hunt: Sarasota Spectacles
Haunted Sarasota: Mummies, Murder & Mayhem!
Alta Vista Hotel Deals
![Kompose Boutique Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38220000/38215400/38215316/c2a1ef6e_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jun. 23, 2024
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Reviewed on May 6, 2024
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Reviewed on Jun. 23, 2024
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Reviewed on Jun. 25, 2024
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Reviewed on Jun. 24, 2024
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Reviewed on Jun. 23, 2024
Other neighbourhoods around Alta Vista
![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.
![Sarasota which includes a sandy beach as well as children](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/59000/59206-Sarasota-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Downtown Sarasota
If you're spending some time in Downtown Sarasota, Sarasota Opera House and Payne Park are top sights worth seeing.
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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.
![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.
![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.
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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.
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Ridge Wood Heights
Travelers like the parks in Ridge Wood Heights, and Bee Ridge Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
- Siesta Key Beach
- Lido Beach
- St. Armands Circle
- Venice Beach
- IMG Academy
- Mall at University Town Center
- Caspersen Beach
- Cortez Beach
- Nokomis Beach
- Crescent Beach
- Nathan Benderson Park
- Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium
- Sarasota Jungle Gardens
- Bradenton Beach
- John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
- Sarasota Classic Car Museum
- Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
- Venice Fishing Pier
- Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall