Palmer Ranch Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Stoneybrook Golf & Country Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Sarasota at Stoneybrook Golf & Country Club. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
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.
Activities
Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour
City Sightseeing Trolley Tour of Sarasota
Anna Maria Island - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour
Sarasota Guided Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Tour
Our pick of the best Palmer Ranch Hotel Deals
Kompose Boutique Hotel
The breakfast was amazing
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Tropical Beach Resorts
Room and surroundings were clean and nicely maintained. Pool was beautiful!
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Tropical Breeze Resort
The room was clean, bright, comfortable and very welcoming. The girl at the front desk was really nice and helpful too.
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
Clean, friendly staff, bed was actually pretty comfortable for a hotel bed.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Carlisle Inn
This hotel has been a favorite for our Florida trip, and we plan to become regulars when we visit my parents. Breakfast is exceptional, as is the cleanliness, housekeeping, and staff. Our only comment is that the beds were a bit soft for our tastes (lower back issues), but everything was comfortable ...
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
The Westin Sarasota
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Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Palmer Ranch
Vamo
You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Vamo. You might want to make time for a stop at Pelican Plaza or Sarasota Square.
Gulf Gate Estates
Pristine beaches and ample dining options are well-reviewed features of Gulf Gate Estates. Make a stop by top sights like Gulf Gate Golf Club while you're exploring the area.
Bee Ridge
Notable for its beaches, restaurants and shopping, Bee Ridge is a sought-after destination for many travellers visiting Sarasota. If you want to see some sights in the area, check out Siesta Key Beach or Siesta Key Marina.
South Gate Ridge
South Gate Ridge is well liked for its churches. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Sarasota area, you might plan a trip to Siesta Key Beach or Siesta Key Marina.
Ridge Wood Heights
Ridge Wood Heights is well liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Sarasota area, you might plan a trip to The Landings or Gulf Gate Mall.
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.
