Central Sarasota
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Popular places to visit
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
See a world-class collection of orchids and tropical bromeliads and walk through peaceful mangrove and palm gardens in this botanical park.
Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
See a diverse range of exciting musical, dance and comedy shows at this architectural landmark inspired by the jagged shape of seashells.
Sarasota Opera House
Here, 1920s style meets 21st-century luxury in a fully restored Mediterranean Revival opera house and cultural institution, complete with its own opera company.
Bayfront Park
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Bayfront Park, a lovely green space in Sarasota. Wander the beautiful beaches and marina in the area.
Florida Studio Theatre
You can make plans for a show at Florida Studio Theatre on your trip to Sarasota. Wander the beautiful beaches and marina in the area.
Causeway Park
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Causeway Park, a lovely green space in Sarasota. Wander the beautiful beaches and marina in the area.
Things to do
HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour
Naples Florida: Downtown Electric Moped Tour
Naples Florida: Downtown Electric Trike Tour
Anna Maria Island and Bradenton Beach: Parasailing Tour
Circus Secrets of Sarasota
Sarasota: Seabob Experience
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Other neighbourhoods around Central Sarasota
Downtown Sarasota
If you're spending some time in Downtown Sarasota, Sarasota Opera House and Florida Studio Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
Arlington Park
Arlington Park might not have many top sights, but Sarasota Art Museum and Marie Selby Botanical Gardens are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
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.
Southgate
When in Southgate, you can plan a visit to Sarasota Art Museum and Lido Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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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