Southside Village
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.
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.
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.
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
Mangrove Tunnel & Manatee Kayak Eco-Tour
Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour
Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour
Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour
Top hotels in Southside Village
Kompose Boutique Hotel
Overall the hotel is nice but the curtains were a bad touch for privacy to the bathroom and the shower and limited lighting, but in any case, still good.
Reviewed on 1 Apr, 2026
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
This hotel was listed as 3 star…IT’S NOT! This is similar to a Super 8. It should have 1 Star!
Reviewed on 1 Apr, 2026
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
Free Breakfast is a good perk. I'm thinking this hotel struggles when it is at full capacity. The pool was the real issue. Very difficult to get lounge chairs as people would save them with towels then dissappear for hours. Kids throwing/whipping balls across the pool surface was another issue. Finally, ...
Reviewed on 31 Mar, 2026
Tropical Beach Resorts
The bed was unfortunately not that comfortable. Pull out was nice however. Location is everyone
Reviewed on 1 Apr, 2026
Azul Resort Siesta Key
The room was clean and new. The location was perfect. However the shower was flooding the bathroom to the point where it was reaching the threshold into the room. I contacted the staff who sent a maintenace person. The said the shower was missing some kind of gasket. I also think it was not draining ...
Reviewed on 30 Mar, 2026
Tropical Breeze Resort
Really nice stay. Everyone was super friendly and room was clean. I love that they give beach chairs, beach towels, beach toys for kids, and bikes for free!! Perfect 3 day stay.
Reviewed on 30 Mar, 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Southside Village
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.
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.
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.
Bird Key
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bird Key and surrounding area, you can visit Lido Beach and South Lido Park.
South Sarasota
While visiting South Sarasota, you might make a stop by sights like The Landings and Coconuts Family Entertainment Center.
