Bayou Oaks Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

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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.

Lido Beach
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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.

St. Armands Circle
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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.

Mall at University Town Center
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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.

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

You can enjoy some culture when you stop by 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
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Sarasota Jungle Gardens

Chatter with a parrot, watch lemurs swing by, meet a flock of flamingos and explore a tropical oasis in this extensive botanical park.

Sarasota Jungle Gardens

Activities

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Mangroves, Manatees, and a Hidden Beach: Kayak Tour

AU$83
Per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Mangroves, Manatees, and a Hidden Beach: Kayak Tour
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Taste of Winter Park (Greater Orlando area)

AU$174
Per adult
Taste of Winter Park (Greater Orlando area)
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Sarasota Kayak and Food Tour

AU$249
Per adult
Sarasota Kayak and Food Tour
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Inshore Fishing by Charter in Sarasota

AU$831
Per adult
Inshore Fishing by Charter in Sarasota
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45-Minute Family Halloween Fun in the BooMobile in Sarasota

AU$77
Per adult
45-Minute Family Halloween Fun in the BooMobile in Sarasota
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Sarasota Bar Hunt: Sarasota Slammin'

AU$19
Per adult
Sarasota Bar Hunt: Sarasota Slammin'
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Our pick of the best Bayou Oaks Hotel Deals

Kompose Boutique Hotel
Kompose Boutique Hotel
3 out of 5
965 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL
The price is AU$127 per night from 8 Jul to 9 Jul
AU$127
per night
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,423 reviews)
"Friendly Staff!"

Reviewed on 25 Jun. 2024

Kompose Boutique Hotel
Perfectly Located Home with Pool and Spa
Perfectly Located Home with Pool and Spa
Bradenton Beach
Stay at this vacation home in Bradenton Beach. Enjoy private pools, a water park, and patios. Popular attractions Cortez Beach and Coquina Beach are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (22 reviews)
Good location
"Good location we had a ok stay. We wanted some rest and were not aware of the new construction behind this home. We were woken every morning at 630 to 7 am by heavy equipment moving dirt. And a beep beep beep all day long even while sitting by pool. I wish they would let you know of this happening ..."

Reviewed on 24 Jun. 2024

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Perfectly Located Home with Pool and Spa
Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach
Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach
3 out of 5
1540 Ben Franklin Dr, Sarasota, FL
The price is AU$304 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
AU$304
per night
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
7/10 Good! (1,292 reviews)
Great place to go for couples or families.
"The staff here are super friendly and helpful. The choice of 2 pools was very nice. The rooms were cleaned every day and the property was also very clean. The resort fee covered towels, bottled water, beach chairs and umbrellas and some outdoor activities. The drink prices were reasonable. The beach ..."

Reviewed on 24 Jun. 2024

Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach
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 AU$186 per night from 8 Jul to 9 Jul
AU$186
per night
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
Girl's Trip
"We had a lovely time...girl's trip are always the best!!"

Reviewed on 26 Jun. 2024

Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
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 AU$318 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
AU$318
per night
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Bradenton. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,252 reviews)
"This hotel has such a great vibe. The pictures in the room were beautiful. I loved the products. They were of high quality. The pool, hammock, and outdoor fireplace were fantastic! Of course, we loved the Jimmy Buffet theme!"

Reviewed on 24 Jun. 2024

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
The Westin Sarasota
The Westin Sarasota
4 out of 5
100 Marina View Drive, Sarasota, FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$355 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
AU$355
per night
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,014 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 23 Jun. 2024

The Westin Sarasota
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Other neighbourhoods around Bayou Oaks

Sarasota Jungle Gardens showing bird life

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.

Indian Beach Sapphire Shores
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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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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.

Central Sarasota
Sarasota showing a beach as well as children

Downtown Sarasota

While visiting Downtown Sarasota, you might make a stop by sights like Sarasota Opera House and Payne Park.

Downtown Sarasota
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Whitfield Estates

While there might not be top attractions in Whitfield Estates, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Powel Crosley Estate and Sarasota Ballet.

Whitfield Estates
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Lido Shores

While Lido Shores may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like St. Armands Circle and Lido Beach.

Lido Shores

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