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.
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.
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.
Things to do
HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour
Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
Mangroves, Manatees, and a Hidden Beach: Kayak Tour
Lido Key Pedal Kayak Tour in Sarasota
Clear Kayak Glass Bottom Day Tour - Sarasota
Amish Experience Trolley Tour: Bridges to Understanding
Top hotels in Park East
Kompose Boutique Hotel
Excellent stay as usual. Most helpful and courteous staff. Offered complimentary beach chairs, towels and small beach umbrella. How nice to not take those on my trip and have them available at this hotel.
Reviewed on 30 Dec, 2025
Tropical Beach Resorts
The room as great and the staff was so nice and helpful. I will definitely be going back.
Reviewed on 26 Dec, 2025
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
We stayed seven nights total. Extended our stay by an additional night from this original booking. We chose to have service for the room two times during our stay but they only changed our bed linens once in the seven days. They also did not provide a total restock of toiletries on the second service ...
Reviewed on 28 Dec, 2025
Carlisle Inn
Amazingly clean facility and well kept!
Reviewed on 26 Dec, 2025
Hibiscus Suites - Gateway to Siesta Key
We checked in very late at night and the lady
Reviewed on 24 Dec, 2025
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
Yes
Reviewed on 23 Dec, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Park East
Downtown Sarasota
While visiting Downtown Sarasota, you might make a stop by sights like Sarasota Opera House and Regal Hollywood - Sarasota.
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.
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.
North Sarasota
While North Sarasota isn't home to many top sights, Ed Smith Stadium and Sarasota Jungle Gardens are some notable places to visit nearby.
Pinecraft
While there might not be top attractions in Pinecraft, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Ed Smith Stadium and Marie Selby Botanical Gardens.
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.
