Title: Visit Southside Village: Best of Southside Village, Sarasota Travel 2025 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Southside Village](https://expedia.ca/Southside-Village-Hotels.d960820944191188992.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)[Southside Village Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Southside-Village.d960820944191188992.Car-Rental-Guide)[Southside Village Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Southside-Village.d960820944191188992.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Southside Village ## Sarasota ## Visit Southside Village Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Sarasota travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Sarasota.dx602719) * * * ### Popular places to visit ![Lido 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Lido-Beach-Sarasota.d6145141.Vacation-Attraction) ![Mall at University Town Center](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/329c55028129e3e4d4c0915fe668d3ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Mall-At-University-Town-Center-Sarasota.d553248621552334815.Vacation-Attraction) ![St. Armands Circle showing a statue or sculpture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/241000/241881-St-Armands-Circle.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/St-Armands-Circle-Saint-Armands-Key.d6066013.Vacation-Attraction) ![John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art](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. [](https://expedia.ca/John-And-Mable-Ringling-Museum-Of-Art-Indian-Beach-Sapphire-Shores.d553248621533115781.Vacation-Attraction) ![Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium](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 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) ![Ringling College of Art and Design](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/6e9305cd0d44e9159062c85f2cf547b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ringling College of Art and Design Walk around the campus at Ringling College of Art and Design as part of your travels around Sarasota. In the area, take in the fascinating museums and beautiful sunsets. [](https://expedia.ca/Ringling-College-Of-Art-And-Design-North-Trail.d6295944.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![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 $200 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/hydrocats-2-hour-craigcat-sightseeing-tour.a48663184.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 $90 per adult **74%** 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 [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/siesta-key.a46991341.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 $81 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/sarasota-guided-mangrove-tunnel-kayak-tour.a995946.activity-details) ![Experience Parasailing in Sarasota](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50193081/55ff44ab-b973-4800-832d-6bd576a1a261.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Experience Parasailing in Sarasota CA $136 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/experience-parasailing-in-sarasota.a50193081.activity-details) ![Sarasota Scavenger Hunt: Sarasota Spectacles](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2562580/3b090a27-906d-41bd-957e-e766c3f30615.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Self-Guided Sarasota Scavenger Hunt: Sarasota Spectacles CA $17 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/self-guided-sarasota-scavenger-hunt-sarasota-spectacles.a2562580.activity-details) [See all activities in Sarasota](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Sarasota.d602719.Travel-Guide-Activities) * * * ## Southside Village Hotel Deals ![Kompose Boutique Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38220000/38215400/38215316/e948f2e5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kompose Boutique Hotel 965 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL CA $67 CA $92 total Sep 22 - Sep 23 includes taxes & fees 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 ... 9/10 Wonderful! (4,360 reviews) "Great rates, nice room. Only thing was the one elevator working but the stairs were open to the outside so it was ok!" Reviewed on Sep 15, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F09%2F2025&endDate=23%2F09%2F2025&selected=38215316&PinnedHotelID=38215316&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=960820944191188992) ![Tropical Beach Resorts](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1250000/1241000/1240909/606a9b3c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Tropical Beach Resorts 6717 Sara Sea Circle, Siesta Key, FL CA $192 CA $248 total Sep 21 - Sep 22 includes taxes & fees Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Siesta Key. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (4,986 reviews) "Great location, great spot for a vacation. Will be back soon." Reviewed on Sep 18, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F09%2F2025&endDate=22%2F09%2F2025&selected=1240909&PinnedHotelID=1240909&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=960820944191188992) ![Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41970000/41961400/41961327/8b0dc5d5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound 12324 Manatee Avenue West, Bradenton, FL CA $210 CA $276 total Sep 21 - Sep 22 includes taxes & fees Stay at this 4-star hotel in Bradenton. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,743 reviews) "The rooms and property was very clean Yhe staff was excellent" Reviewed on Sep 19, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F09%2F2025&endDate=22%2F09%2F2025&selected=41961327&PinnedHotelID=41961327&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=960820944191188992) ![Carlisle Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19770000/19761100/19761082/9a1b0e30_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Carlisle Inn 3727 Bahia Vista, Sarasota, FL Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay CA $147 CA $166 total Sep 28 - Sep 29 includes taxes & fees Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (2,026 reviews) "Very clean and nice place. 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(1,657 reviews) "Excelente volveré" Reviewed on Sep 15, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F09%2F2025&endDate=22%2F09%2F2025&selected=26397&PinnedHotelID=26397&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=960820944191188992) ![Tropical Breeze Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/880000/879700/879629/9de12888_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Tropical Breeze Resort 140 Columbus Blvd., Siesta Key, FL CA $233 CA $295 total Sep 24 - Sep 25 includes taxes & fees Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Siesta Key. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ... 8.8/10 Excellent! 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[](https://expedia.ca/Sarasota-Arlington-Park.dx553248635976473965) ![Sarasota which includes a 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 Regal Hollywood - Sarasota are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.ca/Sarasota-Downtown-Sarasota.dx553248635976481694) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Southgate When in Southgate, you can plan a visit to Sarasota Art Museum and Siesta Key Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. 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