Though visitors have access to several beaches in Sarasota County, one of the easiest to reach from downtown is Lido Beach. Situated less than 5 miles southwest of the city center, Lido Beach on ...

After closing for more than a month, Lido Beach is finally ready to welcome back visitors. Lido Beach will reopen to the public on Saturday, Nov. 2, with nearly all its regular amenities.

Lido Beach Resort is located on an excellent stretch of this famed white-sand beach, a mile south of St. Armands Circle (reachable via free shuttle). The owners are conscientious, and the staff is ...