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.

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.

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.

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.
Things to do

HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour

Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour

Naples Florida: Downtown Electric Moped Tour

Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour

Sarasota Guided Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Tour
Bird Key Hotel Deals

Kompose Boutique Hotel
Reviewed on Jul. 14, 2025

Tropical Beach Resorts
Reviewed on Jul. 13, 2025

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
Reviewed on Jul. 15, 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL
Reviewed on Jul. 15, 2025

Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
Reviewed on Jul. 14, 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Sarasota Bradenton Airport
Reviewed on Jul. 14, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Bird Key

Saint Armands Key
Beaches and restaurants are just a few things travelers like about Saint Armands Key. A stop by St. Armands Circle is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

Downtown Sarasota
If you're spending some time in Downtown Sarasota, Sarasota Opera House and Regal Hollywood - Sarasota are top sights worth seeing.

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.

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.

South Sarasota
While visiting South Sarasota, you might make a stop by sights like The Landings and Coconuts Family Entertainment Center.

Southgate
When in Southgate, you can plan a visit to Siesta Key Beach and Lido Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
- Siesta Key Beach
- Lido Beach
- Venice Beach
- IMG Academy
- St. Armands Circle
- Mall at University Town Center
- Bean Point Beach
- Crescent Beach
- Caspersen Beach
- Nokomis Beach
- John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
- Bradenton Beach
- Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium
- Nathan Benderson Park
- Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
- Sarasota Classic Car Museum
- Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
- Cortez Beach