The Meadows

Sarasota

Photo by Bill Dillard
Photo by Bill Dillard

Popular places to visit

Lido Beach

Lido Beach

4.5/5(31 reviews)

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.

Lido Beach
Mall at University Town Center

Mall at University Town Center

4.5/5(10 reviews)

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.

Mall at University Town Center
St. Armands Circle which includes a statue or sculpture

St. Armands Circle

4.5/5(23 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.

St. Armands Circle
John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art

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.

John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

4.5/5(4 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.

Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium
Ringling College of Art and Design

Ringling College of Art and Design

Explore the campus of Ringling College of Art and Design during your visit to Sarasota. In the area, take in the fascinating museums and beautiful sunsets.

Ringling College of Art and Design

Things to do

Kayak Tour through Mangrove Tunnels

Mangroves, Manatees, and a Hidden Beach: Kayak Tour

€47
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Mangroves, Manatees, and a Hidden Beach: Kayak Tour
Robinson Preserve Mangrove Tour

Robinson Preserve Mangrove Tour

€47
per adult
Robinson Preserve Mangrove Tour
Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour

Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour

€55
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
Picture 4 for Activity Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour

Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour

€47
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour
HydroCats

HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour

€124
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour
Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour

Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour

€55
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour
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Top hotels in The Meadows

Kompose Boutique Hotel

Kompose Boutique Hotel

3 out of 5
965 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,422 reviews)
"Great Customer Service at Front Desk. Hot Tub is just what the doctor ordered"

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

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Kompose Boutique Hotel
Tropical Beach Resorts

Tropical Beach Resorts

3.5 out of 5
6717 Sara Sea Circle, Siesta Key, FL
The price is €166 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
€166
6 Oct - 7 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Siesta Key. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (4,999 reviews)
"This was my favorite vacation and vacation spot ever! First, the front desk person was extremely nice. She showed me a map of the grounds, where the beach was, and some suggestions for places to eat and things to do. This was greatly appreciated as it was my first time in the Siesta area. The room ..."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Tropical Beach Resorts
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound

4 out of 5
12324 Manatee Avenue West, Bradenton, FL
The price is €171 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
€171
2 Oct - 3 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Bradenton. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,772 reviews)
"The hotel was perfect they are super nice specially in the morning the ladies who work in the morning at breakfast the best service. I just love it"

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
Carlisle Inn

Carlisle Inn

3.5 out of 5
3727 Bahia Vista, Sarasota, FL
The price is €153 per night from 16 Oct to 17 Oct
€153
16 Oct - 17 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (2,035 reviews)
"Clean and spacious rooms with Amish touch"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Carlisle Inn
Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway

Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway

3 out of 5
6600 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL
The price is €89 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
€89
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,707 reviews)
"Es un hotel pequeño y muy acogedor! Limpio y agradable ambiente familiar. Excelente !!"

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
The Westin Sarasota

The Westin Sarasota

4 out of 5
100 Marina View Drive, Sarasota, FL
The price is €176 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
€176
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,093 reviews)
"This is a valet only type of downtown hotel that offers a rooftop pool for a quick dip or fabulous sunset views. The whole hotel and the rooms are clean and well cared for. The staff anticipated your every need and the food from the rooftop bar to the on-site restaurant is top notch. An incredible ..."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around The Meadows

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Fruitville

5/5(2 area reviews)

Restaurants, beaches and shopping highlight some of the notable features of Fruitville. Make a stop by Nathan Benderson Park while you're exploring.

Fruitville
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Pinecraft

4/5(10 area reviews)

While there might not be top attractions in Pinecraft, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Sarasota Commons Shopping Center and Ed Smith Stadium.

Pinecraft
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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.

North Sarasota
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Sarasota Springs

The beaches and restaurants are a few reasons travellers visit Sarasota Springs. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Ed Smith Stadium and Marie Selby Botanical Gardens are a few top sights nearby.

Sarasota Springs
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Southgate

While there might not be top attractions in Southgate, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Sarasota Art Museum and Siesta Key Beach.

Southgate
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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.

Arlington Park

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