Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Sarasota travel guide

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You're Going to Love Sarasota

With a population of 51,917, Sarasota is a must-see destination in Florida, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 6 days in order to fully appreciate everything Sarasota has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Sarasota

Downtown is the neighbourhood with the most restaurants in Sarasota. These include popular favourites such as Indigenous (239 S Links Ave), Lila (1576 Main St) and Marcel DW (1568 Main St). If you’re looking for affordable options, Columbia Restaurant - Sarasota (411 Saint Armands Circle) and Ocean Prime - Sarasota (501 Quay Commons) are great picks.

When to visit Sarasota

Sarasota in September
Estimated hotel price
₹ 14457
1 night at 3-star hotel
Sarasota in September
Estimated hotel price
₹ 14457
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Sarasota in July, when the average temperature is 28 °C, and the highest can go up to 33 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 9 °C, with an average temperature of 16 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 246 mm. In contrast, November is usually the driest month of the year in Sarasota, with an average rainfall of 56 mm.

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How to Get to Sarasota

Plane

When flying to Sarasota, you’ll arrive at Sarasota Bradenton Intl (SRQ), which is located 7 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Sarasota from India departs from New Delhi and takes around 22h 02m.

Train

Train is the most popular train carrier serving Sarasota, followed by Amtrak. The train journey from Sarasota to Orlando takes 2h 08m and costs around ₹ 2,081 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Winter Park, expect to pay about ₹ 2,443 for a 2h 43m trip. The train station in Sarasota is called Sarasota, and is located 0.1 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Sarasota is to pick up a car hire from Orlando, which is about 175 km from Sarasota. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Avis, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Sarasota 5600 Fruitville Rd, located 7 km from the city centre of Sarasota. Sarasota Cattleman Transfer Ctr - 5951 Porter Way is also a commonly used station, and is 8 km from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Sarasota, you’ll arrive at Sarasota Bradenton Intl (SRQ), which is located 7 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Sarasota from India departs from New Delhi and takes around 22h 02m.

Train

Train is the most popular train carrier serving Sarasota, followed by Amtrak. The train journey from Sarasota to Orlando takes 2h 08m and costs around ₹ 2,081 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Winter Park, expect to pay about ₹ 2,443 for a 2h 43m trip. The train station in Sarasota is called Sarasota, and is located 0.1 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Sarasota is to pick up a car hire from Orlando, which is about 175 km from Sarasota. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Avis, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Sarasota 5600 Fruitville Rd, located 7 km from the city centre of Sarasota. Sarasota Cattleman Transfer Ctr - 5951 Porter Way is also a commonly used station, and is 8 km from the city centre.

Airports near Sarasota

SRQSarasota Bradenton Intl
TPATampa
RSWFort Myers SW Florida Intl

Airlines serving Sarasota

KLM
Good (1,430 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,634 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,006 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,583 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,104 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,815 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,092 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,685 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,050 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,440 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,508 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,532 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,332 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (879 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,606 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,338 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,413 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,474 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,149 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (912 reviews)
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Where to stay in Sarasota

From 5-star hotels such as the The Ritz-Carlton Sarasota to great affordable options like the Twin Palms at Siesta, Sarasota offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around ₹ 18,471 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 35,244 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Magnolia Pointe, BW Signature Collection and Regency Inn & Suites Sarasota. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Sarasota, with prices from ₹ 4,795 to ₹ 174,068 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Sarasota are about 39% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Sarasota

Most booked hotels in Sarasota

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Siesta Key Palms Resort
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
₹ 12,033+
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Tropical Beach Resorts - Sarasota
3 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
₹ 13,861+
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Lido Beach Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
₹ 30,580+
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The Ritz-Carlton Sarasota
5 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
₹ 55,300+
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Ramada by Wyndham Sarasota Waterfront
3 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
₹ 8,323+
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Hiring a car in Sarasota

Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Thrifty are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in Sarasota is the Hertz branch at 6000 Airport Circle, which is 6 km from the city centre.

Expect to pay ₹ 79 per litre in Sarasota (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 945 and ₹ 1,259. The most frequently booked car type in Sarasota is Full-size (Hyundai Santa Fe or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Ford Focus or similar) is, on average, 46% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Thrifty are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in Sarasota is the Hertz branch at 6000 Airport Circle, which is 6 km from the city centre.

Expect to pay ₹ 79 per litre in Sarasota (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 945 and ₹ 1,259. The most frequently booked car type in Sarasota is Full-size (Hyundai Santa Fe or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Ford Focus or similar) is, on average, 46% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Car hire agencies in Sarasota

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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Avis

Avis

Budget

Budget
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