Lido Key Beach

Loved this clean, beautiful beach! Amenities like food, drinks, and ice cream make it easy to relax, plus restrooms, showers, and changing rooms. Super easy trip from downtown Sarasota on the free trolley.

Our favorite beach in the area! So clean. Very safe. Great location. Beautiful sand. We come here for our typical beach days and all photo shoots!!!

This beach is beautiful, white sand, not crowded, clean. I did not see a lot of parking available. The town is pretty close, there’s local trolleys and such to help you get around. The sunsets are my favorite.

Lido Beach is absolutely amazing! I love that they offer both a beautiful beach and a pool, making it the perfect spot for everyone. The beach has a relaxed vibe with a cool shack and live music that adds to the fun atmosphere. The water can be a little chilly, but it’s totally worth it, especially since you can find the most stunning seashells along the shore. If you plan on going, definitely get there early to snag a good parking spot, though – it fills up quickly and you might be driving around for a while. Overall, this is a fantastic spot to spend the day, and I’ll definitely be coming back! Highly recommend!

Lido Key Beach is one of the best beaches in Sarasota, Florida! The soft white sand, clear turquoise water, and relaxed atmosphere make it a perfect spot for a beach day. It’s less crowded than Siesta Key but just as beautiful—ideal for swimming, sunbathing, or taking long walks along the shore. There’s convenient beach access, clean restrooms, and free parking, which is a huge plus. Lido Beach is also close to St. Armands Circle, so grabbing lunch or shopping after the beach is super easy. Whether you’re looking for family-friendly beaches near Sarasota, a romantic sunset spot, or just a peaceful place to unwind, Lido Key Beach checks all the boxes. Highly recommend!

Lido beach is super peaceful and less crowded than the other beaches in the area! We enjoyed the white sand and blue water, the shops that were nearby and the parking was easy to find and free! Very kid friendly, family friendly and a nice place to unwind.

Beautiful Beach, not way too busy; lots of parking but better come in early. Bathrooms available, food and beverages are available for purchase.

Outstanding beach with crystal clear water and minimal waves. Sand is gorgeous and clean. A great beach for all ages. Parking - depending on number of visitors- can be a ways away so be sure to have comfortable footwear. Highly recommend!