Title: Visit South Gate Ridge: Best of South Gate Ridge, Sarasota Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in South Gate Ridge](https://expedia.ca/South-Gate-Ridge-Sarasota-Hotels.0-n553248623282278427-0.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)[South Gate Ridge Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-South-Gate-Ridge.d553248623282278427.Car-Rental-Guide)[South Gate Ridge Vacations](https://expedia.ca/South-Gate-Ridge.d553248623282278427.Destination-Travel-Guides) # South Gate Ridge ## Sarasota ![Sarasota_SouthGateRidge_553248623282278427-4](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248623282278427/e7eb0ec1-296a-4cdf-92d4-c1c4614b45c0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sarasota_SouthGateRidge_553248623282278427-4](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248623282278427/e7eb0ec1-296a-4cdf-92d4-c1c4614b45c0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sarasota_SouthGateRidge_553248623282278427-7](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248623282278427/90c5d457-213c-42a5-9186-9e628e68689d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit South Gate 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 ![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 & a Hidden Beach Kayak Tour (Siesta Key) CA $81 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/mangroves.a2804370.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 $89 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/sarasota-clear-kayak-led-night-glass-bottom-tour.a45717106.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) ![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) ![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) [See all activities in Sarasota](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Sarasota.d602719.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## South Gate 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 $160 CA $197 total Mar 22 - Mar 23 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. 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Though there might not be top sights in Bee Ridge, consider a stop by Siesta Key Beach or Siesta Key Marina, located nearby. [](https://expedia.ca/Sarasota-Bee-Ridge.dx6293915) ![Ridge Wood Heights](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248623282278168/65eedbe7-5596-499a-a434-ab151d925764.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Ridge Wood Heights Ridge Wood Heights is well-liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Sarasota area, you might plan a trip to The Landings or Siesta Key Beach. [](https://expedia.ca/Sarasota-Ridge-Wood-Heights.dx553248623282278168) ![SiestaKey_Southgate_553248623282278413-1](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248623282278413/b7104d91-0ee3-4924-b20a-8faf04d45893.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Southgate When in Southgate, you can plan a visit to Siesta Key Beach and Lido Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. 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