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Lido Key / St. Armands Circle

Lido's beaches are one of Sarasota's most interesting and varied waterfront locations, and St. Armands Circle is a hub of elegant shopping and dining.

Once home to the Lido Beach Casino, Lido Key‘s reputation for marrying cosmopolitan life with seaside paradise continues today. Catch some rays or take a walk on the shore and put your toes in the soft, white sand of Lido Beach. Within a short radius lies St. Armands Circle, a sophisticated outdoor dining and shopping area with distinct European flair, iconic examples of mid-century modern architecture and the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Mexico.  

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Learn More About Lido Key

10 Things to Do Around Lido Key

Gorgeous and tranquil Lido Key offers more than just proximity to the popular Siesta Beach. Here are 10 things that make this strip of sand a worthy destination.

Low-key Leisure Time at Lido Key

From dining and shopping on St. Armands to exploration and discovery on Lido Key’s beaches, choose your own Florida’s Gulf Coast adventures.

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