Lido Key Florida Destination, Travel Guide, and Vacation Rental Accommodations

Lido Key Florida

When looking for a beach vacation, many people try to avoid crowded beaches and their touristy, overpopulated towns. Ideally, vacationers are able to secure a vacation spot that includes plenty of amenities without the hustle and bustle of fighting traffic, waiting in long lines for a table at a restaurant, or having to sign up months in advance for excursions. If this is the type of vacation you’re looking for, then Lido Key is the place for you.

Have a Beach Day at Lido Key Beach: Similar to other highly regarded beaches in the Sarasota region, like Siesta Key Beach or Turtle Beach, Lido Beach has white sand and turquoise waters, but it also has a quiet exclusivity you won't find on nearby Siesta Key. Spend the day sunbathing or go for a tranquil shell-collecting walk in the late afternoon on the white beach. This is a popular area for sunset cruises and fishing excursions. 

Lido Key is a barrier island off the gulf coast of Florida, outside of popular Sarasota and just 1.5 hours south of Tampa. Only a short drive west of Sarasota, it has some of Florida's cleanest beaches and is well-known for ecotourism and sunset excursions. Check out amazing Lido Key, Florida vacation rentals close to everything you want to see and experience.

 

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Things To Do and Where To Stay in Lido Key

Take in Nature at a Park

You can kayak through the currents or fish in the little streams that flow through the area. For all nature enthusiasts, South Lido County Park on Lido Key is a must-visit location because it serves as a refuge for a variety of stunning and interesting animals. Paddling through Lido Key mangroves at Ted Sperling Nature Park or picnicking and strolling South Lido County Park provides a day of entertainment and treasure hunting in the form of turtles, dolphins, manatees, and various birds.

 

Visit the Aquarium

When you need a break from the sun, visit the Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium. World-class marine scientists work at the independent, nonprofit Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium, which holds the conviction that study and teaching are the first steps in the conservation and sustainable use of our oceans. With more than 20 diverse marine research programs, the aquarium was originally focused on sharks but has expanded its research to focus on understanding the population of sea turtles, manatees, dolphins, sharks, and coral reefs and on conservation and restoration efforts of these aquatic ecosystems.

 

Eat and Shop

You don’t have to drive to Sarasota to experience good food and shopping! Treat yourself to a relaxing stroll to see the St. Armands Circle for a fantastic shopping and dining experience. There's nothing better than a peaceful stroll along the palm tree promenade before nightfall after a day of sun and water at Lido Key Beach. Feel the breeze and the positive energy, shop 'til you drop, enjoy a few drinks at hip local bars, and indulge in some of Lido Key's best seafood eateries.

 

Vacation Rental Lodging

Find Rentals offers Lido Key, FL vacation rentals within walking distance of all the beaches and attractions. Find the ideal vacation rental for your trip with a great selection available in Lido Key, Sarasota. Find Rentals offers the best amenities for gathering with the people who mean the most, including swimming pools and private pools. Whether you're traveling with friends, family, or even pets, Find Rentals offers popular lodging choices in Lido Key, including affordable homes and condos. You'll be able to accommodate everyone's needs and have the vacation of a lifetime!

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