The Lakes

Sarasota

Popular places to visit

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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.

Lido Beach
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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.

St. Armands Circle
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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.

Mall at University Town Center
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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.

Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium
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Sarasota Jungle Gardens

4.5/5(8 reviews)

Chatter with a parrot, watch lemurs swing by, meet a flock of flamingos and explore a tropical oasis in this extensive botanical park.

Sarasota Jungle Gardens
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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.

John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art

Things to do

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Mangroves, Manatees, and a Hidden Beach: Kayak Tour

CA $68
Per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Mangroves, Manatees, and a Hidden Beach: Kayak Tour
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Taste of Winter Park (Greater Orlando area)

CA $156
Per adult
Taste of Winter Park (Greater Orlando area)
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Sarasota Kayak and Food Tour

CA $223
Per adult
Sarasota Kayak and Food Tour
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Inshore Fishing by Charter in Sarasota

CA $745
Per adult
Inshore Fishing by Charter in Sarasota
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Sarasota Scavenger Hunt: Sarasota Spectacles

CA $17
Per adult
Sarasota Scavenger Hunt: Sarasota Spectacles
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6 Hour Private Luxury Boat Charter

CA $3,014
Per adult
6 Hour Private Luxury Boat Charter
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The Lakes Hotel Deals

Kompose Boutique Hotel
Kompose Boutique Hotel
3 out of 5
965 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL
The price is CA $113 per night from Jun. 9 to Jun. 10
CA $113
CA $147 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 9 - Jun 10
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,458 reviews)
"We loved our stay here, and the breakfast was really wonderful"

Reviewed on Jun. 5, 2024

Kompose Boutique Hotel
Hyatt Regency Sarasota
Hyatt Regency Sarasota
4 out of 5
1000 Blvd Of The Arts, Sarasota, FL
The price is CA $218 per night from Jun. 9 to Jun. 10
CA $218
CA $292 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 9 - Jun 10
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! (1,010 reviews)
"Bathroom is really small with a sulfer smell when you flush."

Reviewed on Jun. 2, 2024

Hyatt Regency Sarasota
The Westin Sarasota
The Westin Sarasota
4 out of 5
100 Marina View Drive, Sarasota, FL
The price is CA $243 per night from Jun. 23 to Jun. 24
CA $243
CA $305 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 23 - Jun 24
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,016 reviews)
"Nice location and staff. Will stay again."

Reviewed on Jun. 3, 2024

The Westin Sarasota
Perfectly Located Home with Pool and Spa
Perfectly Located Home with Pool and Spa
Bradenton Beach
Stay at this vacation home in Bradenton Beach. Enjoy private pools, a water park, and patios. Popular attractions Cortez Beach and Coquina Beach are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (21 reviews)
Enjoyed our stay
"The house is great, with the ease of having a pool and the beach being only 2 blocks away. This was our first time visiting Anna Maria. We have been finding other options the last couple years since we used to go to Captiva and that was destroyed in the hurricane almost 2 years ago. The island is ..."

Reviewed on May 6, 2024

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Perfectly Located Home with Pool and Spa
Carlisle Inn
Carlisle Inn
3.5 out of 5
3727 Bahia Vista, Sarasota, FL
The price is CA $186 per night from Jun. 17 to Jun. 18
CA $186
CA $210 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 17 - Jun 18
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! (1,472 reviews)
"Awesome place. Will come again. Better than thought"

Reviewed on Jun. 3, 2024

Carlisle Inn
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
3 out of 5
4675 N Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL
The price is CA $118 per night from Jun. 17 to Jun. 18
CA $118
CA $133 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 17 - Jun 18
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 bar in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,541 reviews)
"This motel is recently redone and very cute! The room was clean with lots of space. The pool area and cabanas were nice and relaxing. Having the tiki bar on site was a huge plus and great for people that like to drink because they can stay right there. The location is awesome for everything in Sarasota. ..."

Reviewed on Jun. 3, 2024

Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
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Other neighbourhoods around The Lakes

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Sarasota Springs

The beaches and restaurants are a few reasons travelers visit Sarasota Springs. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Ed Smith Stadium and Marie Selby Botanical Gardens are a few top sights nearby.

Sarasota Springs
We helped with the Grand Opening of the Time to Revive National Office in Sarasota. Time to Revive was started over 10 years ago in Dallas, Texas. In 2016 Time to Revive came to Sarasota for a week which turned into 4 weeks and 40 churches working together love and share the Gospel. The International leader and founder Kyle Martin shared a vision for attendees.

Fruitville

4/5(7 area reviews)

Restaurants, beaches, and shopping highlight some of the notable features of Fruitville. Make a stop by Nathan Benderson Park while you're exploring.

Fruitville
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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.

Southgate
Cheese Blintzes - Grilled crepes with cottage and ricotta cheeses, flavored with orange zest and served with homemade blueberry sour cream sauce and a side of cheesy potato casserole from the Broken Egg in Sarasota.

Bee Ridge

4/5(3 area reviews)

Bee Ridge is well-liked for many features, particularly its beaches, restaurants, and shopping. Though there might not be top sights in Bee Ridge, consider a stop by Siesta Key Beach or Siesta Key Marina, located nearby.

Bee Ridge
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South Gate Ridge

South Gate Ridge is well-liked for its churches. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Sarasota area, you might plan a trip to Siesta Key Beach or Siesta Key Marina.

South Gate Ridge
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

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