Lido Key Hotels, Restaurants, Shopping and Things to Do
Lido Key is located on Florida’s Gulf Coast and is part of the Sarasota area. Only an hour’s drive south of the Tampa Bay area, Lido Key is the perfect spot for a vacation or a weekend get-a-way.
Lido Key is boasts three wonderful beaches each with its own personality. To the north and famous for its seclusion, North Lido Beach is a great place for a quiet walk on the beach or the perfect place to work on your tan while enjoying that best seller book you have been meaning to read. Click Here for the best deals on Lido Key Hotels!
Lido Beach is a favorite among locals and visitors. Served by lifeguards, Lido Beach is popular with beach goers who enjoy the sugar white sand, plenty of free parking, restrooms, picnic tables and more.
South Lido Beach is the third of Lido Key’s beaches and is a great place to get back to nature. South Lido Park and Nature Center offers visitors’ nature trails to explore, picnic areas, kayaking and canoeing. South Lido Beach is a popular family picnic area with its shade trees, grills, restrooms and more.
Lido Key is accessible from Sarasota to the east by using John Ringling Boulevard and from the north by traveling south from Longboat Key. Just to the east of Lido Key is world famous St. Armand’s Circle and its upscale shops and restaurants. Check out Special Rates on Sarasota Area Hotels by Travelocity
If you are planning to stay on the beach, Lido Key has plenty of hotels, resorts, vacation rentals and small “Old Florida” motels and cottages to choose from. No matter what your taste or the size of your wallet there is some place for you to stay on Lido Key.
If you are hungry or thirsty Lido Key and St. Armand’s Circle offer locals and visitors alike plenty of choices to satisfy any taste.
The Lido Key Vacation and Travel guide has been designed to help you plan the perfect trip to Lido Key. We have listed accommodations, restaurants, things to do and shopping opportunities on and near Lido Key. Be sure to check out our special travel deals which will save you time and money.
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