Title: Visit Downtown Sarasota: Best of Downtown Sarasota, Sarasota Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Downtown Sarasota](https://expedia.ca/Downtown-Sarasota-Sarasota-Hotels.0-n553248635976481694-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Sarasota](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Sarasota.d602719.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Sarasota](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Sarasota.d602719.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Downtown Sarasota Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Downtown-Sarasota.d553248635976481694.Car-Rental-Guide)[Downtown Sarasota Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Downtown-Sarasota.d553248635976481694.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Downtown Sarasota ## Sarasota ![Beautiful docks ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602719/241864ee-40e5-4f07-a59f-b943ed71f47c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Beautiful docks ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602719/241864ee-40e5-4f07-a59f-b943ed71f47c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sarasota Opera House showing interior views and theater scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068729/d45ce914-41c5-46ed-916f-37de8de21c08.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Florida Studio Theatre](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6296238/11375223-6056-497b-9236-8b14e4b3447b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Florida Studio Theatre featuring signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6296238/a7b1fe4f-dbe6-47df-b376-2549071997c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Downtown Sarasota Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Sarasota travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Sarasota.dx602719) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Central Sarasota featuring interior views and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068729/8a2fc03d-ba28-431c-8cba-c3324b2a4d33.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sarasota Opera House Here, 1920s style meets 21st-century luxury in a fully restored Mediterranean Revival opera house and cultural institution, complete with its own opera company. [](https://expedia.ca/Sarasota-Opera-House-Central-Sarasota.d6068729.Vacation-Attraction) ![Florida Studio Theatre featuring signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6296238/a7b1fe4f-dbe6-47df-b376-2549071997c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Florida-Studio-Theatre-Sarasota.d6296238.Vacation-Attraction) #### Payne Park After visiting Payne Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Sarasota. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets. [](https://expedia.ca/Payne-Park-Sarasota.d6180406.Vacation-Attraction) #### Regal Hollywood - Sarasota You can take time to visit Regal Hollywood - Sarasota during your travels to Sarasota. Experience the area's art scene and festivals. [](https://expedia.ca/Regal-Hollywood-Sarasota-Central-Sarasota.d941654480104128512.Vacation-Attraction) #### Artisans' World Marketplace You can do some window-shopping at Artisans' World Marketplace during your stay in Sarasota. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets. [](https://expedia.ca/Artisans-World-Marketplace-Sarasota.d553248621563219825.Vacation-Attraction) #### Selby Library Selby Library is just one of the places to see in Sarasota, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the marina or experience the area's art scene. [](https://expedia.ca/Selby-Library-Central-Sarasota.d846679698772742144.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Kayak Tour through Mangrove Tunnels](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2804370/952d1574-7738-46f0-a74e-760ca8ad9fa2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mangroves, Manatees, and a Hidden Beach: Kayak Tour CA $80 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/mangroves.a2804370.activity-details) ![Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45717106/f435da41-0a9c-44f3-918f-9f8d619256f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour CA $89 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/sarasota-clear-kayak-led-night-glass-bottom-tour.a45717106.activity-details) ![Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46991341/57500583-d43c-41b1-9021-0f51e8d1d09b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour CA $89 per adult **84%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/siesta-key.a46991341.activity-details) ![Signature Service at the Spa- Refreshment Bar, Access to Serenity Lounge](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2929003/fcb3beeb-3040-4674-8536-a516f332ab79.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Signature Service at the Spa- Refreshment Bar, Access to Serenity Lounge CA $135 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/signature-service-at-the-spa-refreshment-bar.a2929003.activity-details) ![HydroCats](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48663184/9309866a-4965-46de-b278-0088f58688b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour CA $199 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/hydrocats-2-hour-craigcat-sightseeing-tour.a48663184.activity-details) ![Sarasota Guided Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/995946/28b11b14-c1f5-4b32-b044-0d83d0255c4d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sarasota Guided Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Tour CA $80 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/sarasota-guided-mangrove-tunnel-kayak-tour.a995946.activity-details) [See all activities in Sarasota](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Sarasota.d602719.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Downtown Sarasota Hotel Deals ![Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19910000/19901000/19900973/w4000h2662x0y0-652c5c90_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection 1255 North Palm Avenue Sarasota FL Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay CA $415 CA $512 total Mar 15 - Mar 16 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. 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