Title: Visit Lake Ridge: Best of Lake Ridge, Sarasota Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Lake Ridge](https://expedia.ca/Lake-Ridge-Hotels.d980964227653042176.Travel-Guide-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)[Lake Ridge Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Lake-Ridge.d980964227653042176.Car-Rental-Guide)[Lake Ridge Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Lake-Ridge.d980964227653042176.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Lake Ridge ## Sarasota ## Visit Lake Ridge Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Sarasota travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Sarasota.dx602719) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Lido Beach showing general coastal views and a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6145141/1d4594a7-b7e1-465d-bffb-87633a8cb34c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lido Beach 4.5/5(46 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Lido-Beach-Sarasota.d6145141.Vacation-Attraction) ![St. Armands Circle showing a statue or sculpture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066013/68f30605-19f4-40dc-adef-6a7c4f8de0ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### St. Armands Circle 4.5/5(49 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.ca/St-Armands-Circle-Saint-Armands-Key.d6066013.Vacation-Attraction) ![EJETFA The official entrance at the new Mall at University Town Center located just off I-75 on University Parkway in Sarasota Floria](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621552334815/a709fe02-ddf9-4950-ac16-ad9bb78fea40.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mall at University Town Center 4/5(24 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Mall-At-University-Town-Center-Sarasota.d553248621552334815.Vacation-Attraction) ![Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium featuring signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068719/cfac6c31-d3b7-4ef2-8eb6-3ddb2ef0d01a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium 4.5/5(8 reviews) See hungry sharks and delicate seahorses at this research aquarium that specializes in the sea life that flourishes on Florida’s central west coastline. [](https://expedia.ca/Mote-Marine-Laboratory-Aquarium-Sarasota.d6068719.Vacation-Attraction) ![Sarasota_NathanBendersonPark_553248621552334812-4](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621552334812/4621b088-5df0-4183-abf7-741d7dd533f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Nathan Benderson Park 5/5(1 review) Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Nathan Benderson Park, a lovely green space in Sarasota. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event. [](https://expedia.ca/Nathan-Benderson-Park-Sarasota.d553248621552334812.Vacation-Attraction) ![Ringling Museum Complex showing a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621533115781/764bfc1a-5e59-44c6-9e13-776837deeb97.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. [](https://expedia.ca/John-And-Mable-Ringling-Museum-Of-Art-Indian-Beach-Sapphire-Shores.d553248621533115781.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![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 [](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) ![Picture 4 for Activity Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47882758/2ec2e6d6-5025-4030-af1a-c50911af2840.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour CA $75 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/bradenton-anna-maria-island-guided-kayaking-manatee-tour.a47882758.activity-details) ![Anna Maria Island and Bradenton Beach: Parasailing Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48232968/8cab5e42-6a9e-455e-b915-5a5b1953dd72.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour CA $136 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/anna-maria-island-bradenton-beach-parasailing-tour.a48232968.activity-details) ![Anna Maria Island and Bradenton: Sunset Kayak Dolphin Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47815915/af51b4cf-b88e-466d-8084-4306da8e3248.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Anna Maria Island and Bradenton: Sunset Kayak Dolphin Tour CA $82 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/anna-maria-island-and-bradenton-sunset-kayak-dolphin-tour.a47815915.activity-details) ![Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47873661/72af7c39-bd41-4b47-8615-13cdf085eb7d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour CA $89 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/anna-maria-island-the-island-kayak-tour.a47873661.activity-details) [See all activities in Sarasota](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Sarasota.d602719.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Lake Ridge Hotel Deals ![Kompose Boutique Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38220000/38215400/38215316/3006ffef_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kompose Boutique Hotel 965 University Pkwy Sarasota FL CA $200 CA $242 total Mar 31 - Apr 1 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (5,099 reviews) I just found it very rude that the hallways smelled like dirty wet carpet. Please do better, other than that. I loved the hotel and my room. Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=31%2F03%2F2026&endDate=01%2F04%2F2026&selected=38215316&PinnedHotelID=38215316&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=980964227653042176) ![Golden Host Resort - Sarasota](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21400/21331/6dc32504_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Golden Host Resort - Sarasota 4675 N Tamiami Trl Sarasota FL CA $117 CA $132 total Apr 12 - Apr 13 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (2,341 reviews) Staff was amazing so was the tiki bar Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F04%2F2026&endDate=13%2F04%2F2026&selected=21331&PinnedHotelID=21331&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=980964227653042176) ![Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41970000/41961400/41961327/e1f2d8a8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound 12324 Manatee Avenue West Bradenton FL CA $299 CA $377 total Apr 12 - Apr 13 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Bradenton. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,992 reviews) Was very enjoyable! Great pool! Great staff! Loved it! Will be going back again! 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[](https://expedia.ca/Sarasota-Central-Sarasota.dx553248633938969734) ![Blue Lifeguard Tower on a Morning Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000431579/631f0407-60c8-4afc-917c-55d0a6073ab1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Pinecraft 4.5/5(11 area reviews) While Pinecraft isn't home to many top sights, Bobby Jones Golf Complex and Ed Smith Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.ca/Sarasota-Pinecraft.dx3000431579) ![Arlington Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602719/43c6394c-bda3-40b0-af8f-1678b1eaf99a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. 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