Main Street Merchants
Sarasota
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Popular places to visit
Lido Beach
Nothing says holiday 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 find the perfect gifts to bring home at Mall at University Town Center during your trip to Sarasota. Attend a sporting event or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.
Nathan Benderson Park
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.
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.
John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
You can spend time exploring the galleries in John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art in Sarasota. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Things to do
Mangroves, Manatees, and a Hidden Beach: Kayak Tour
HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour
Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
Lido Key Pedal Kayak Tour in Sarasota
Top hotels in Main Street Merchants
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
Very nice and large room. Nice queen beds and sweet appliances. They responded to our requests right away.
Reviewed on 30 Jan, 2026
Kompose Boutique Hotel
Yes very nice
Reviewed on 29 Jan, 2026
Tropical Beach Resorts
Two swimming pools with one just built & beautifully landscaped. The beach is walkable & has lovely soft sand with sunbeds available. The room was spacious but would benefit from more utensils & dishes & some power sockets didn’t work. Overall very nice.
Reviewed on 30 Jan, 2026
Lido Beach Resort
Location was great, staff so positive
Reviewed on 27 Jan, 2026
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
Top notch
Reviewed on 25 Jan, 2026
Pelican Post at Anna Maria Island Inn
The area is wonderful, full of character and charm, the place itself is even better, lovely pool surrounded by a handful of cottages. The room was everything we wanted. Thank you - we will definitely visit again
Reviewed on 28 Jan, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Main Street Merchants
Central Sarasota
Gardens, art galleries and theatres highlight some of the noteworthy features of Central Sarasota. Make a stop by Sarasota Opera House or Marina Jack while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Downtown Sarasota
While visiting Downtown Sarasota, you might make a stop by sights like Sarasota Opera House and Regal Hollywood - Sarasota.
Arlington Park
Though Arlington Park may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Marie Selby Botanical Gardens and Marina Jack.
Bird Key
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bird Key and surrounding area, you can visit St. Armands Circle and Lido Beach.
Southgate
While there might not be top attractions in Southgate, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Siesta Key Beach and Lido Beach.
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.
