Title: Visit Gillespie Park: Best of Gillespie Park, Sarasota Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Gillespie Park](https://expedia.ca/Gillespie-Park-Sarasota-Hotels.0-n6295992-0.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)[Gillespie Park Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Gillespie-Park.d6295992.Car-Rental-Guide)[Gillespie Park Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Gillespie-Park.d6295992.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Gillespie Park ## Sarasota ## Visit Gillespie Park 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 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://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 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) ![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 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](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 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) ![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) ![Ed Smith Stadium](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/89bfa1c9cb581aed03271cc2dfe764c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ed Smith Stadium Catch an event at Ed Smith Stadium during your trip to Sarasota. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets. [](https://expedia.ca/Ed-Smith-Stadium-Sarasota.d6296265.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![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 $81 per adult **80%** 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/2929003/9f8409ef-a4e9-4cb3-88cb-98579c54e391.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Signature Service at the Spa- Refreshment Bar, Access to Serenity Lounge CA $137 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/signature-service-at-the-spa-refreshment-bar.a2929003.activity-details) ![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 $74 per adult **92%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/mangroves.a2804370.activity-details) ![City Sightseeing Trolley Tour of Sarasota](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1008462/d5bc6c78-fed2-4ddf-bdc0-e00e5a5421fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### City Sightseeing Trolley Tour of Sarasota CA $118 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/city-sightseeing-trolley-tour-of-sarasota.a1008462.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 $202 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 $73 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) --- ## Gillespie Park 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 $154 CA $190 total Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026 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 ... 9/10 Wonderful! (4,805 reviews) Everything was amazing Reviewed on Dec 26, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F01%2F2026&endDate=06%2F01%2F2026&selected=38215316&PinnedHotelID=38215316&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6295992) ![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 $196 CA $253 total Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Siesta Key. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (5,170 reviews) The room as great and the staff was so nice and helpful. I will definitely be going back. Reviewed on Dec 26, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F01%2F2026&endDate=05%2F01%2F2026&selected=1240909&PinnedHotelID=1240909&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6295992) ![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 $278 CA $352 total Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026 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! (1,891 reviews) The stay was excellent! We’re looking forward to our next stay. Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F01%2F2026&endDate=05%2F01%2F2026&selected=41961327&PinnedHotelID=41961327&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6295992) ![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 CA $227 CA $257 total Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (2,145 reviews) Exceptional. Standard king is spacious and very clean. Front desk staff very helpful. Property is well maintained Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F01%2F2026&endDate=07%2F01%2F2026&selected=19761082&PinnedHotelID=19761082&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6295992) ![Hibiscus Suites - Gateway to Siesta Key](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1220000/1213000/1212924/6ff58e07_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hibiscus Suites - Gateway to Siesta Key 1735 Stickney Point Rd Sarasota FL CA $186 CA $210 total Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (2,217 reviews) We checked in very late at night and the lady Reviewed on Dec 24, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F01%2F2026&endDate=05%2F01%2F2026&selected=1212924&PinnedHotelID=1212924&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6295992) ![Golden Host Resort - Sarasota](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21400/21331/125fc79b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Golden Host Resort - Sarasota 4675 N Tamiami Trl Sarasota FL CA $103 CA $117 total Dec 30 - Dec 31 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! (2,166 reviews) Yes Reviewed on Dec 23, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=30%2F12%2F2025&endDate=31%2F12%2F2025&selected=21331&PinnedHotelID=21331&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6295992) [See all 14,549 properties in Gillespie Park](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=28%2F12%2F2025&endDate=29%2F12%2F2025®ionId=6295992) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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Make a stop by Sarasota Opera House or Marina Jack while you're exploring. [](https://expedia.ca/Sarasota-Central-Sarasota.dx553248633938969734) ![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://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/5d17b5eac375f5b04e42effd03a48994.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. [](https://expedia.ca/Sarasota-Arlington-Park.dx553248635976473965) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/5fd22af4ee2c23c96cb2b290c42d3174.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Bird Key While Bird Key isn't home to many top sights, Lido Beach and South Lido Park are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.ca/Sarasota-Bird-Key.dx553248635976476083) ![Sarasota Jungle Gardens featuring bird life](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/65000/65567-Sarasota-Jungle-Gardens.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Indian Beach Sapphire Shores While visiting Indian Beach Sapphire Shores, you might make a stop by sights like Sarasota Jungle Gardens and John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art. [](https://expedia.ca/Sarasota-Indian-Beach-Sapphire-Shores.dx553248635976482059) ![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) ### North Sarasota While North Sarasota might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ed Smith Stadium and Sarasota Jungle Gardens. 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