Downtown Bradenton Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature
This museum features informative displays that detail prehistoric sea life, local maritime culture and traditions, and the area’s complex tropical ecosystems.
IMG Academy
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit IMG Academy during your travels in Bradenton. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch
You can take time to visit Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch during your travels to Lakewood Ranch. Attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
LECOM Park
Catch an event at LECOM Park during your trip to Bradenton. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
Main Street at Lakewood Ranch
You can do some window-shopping at Main Street at Lakewood Ranch during your trip to Lakewood Ranch. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
Riverwalk
Riverwalk is just one of the places to see in Bradenton, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Things to do
Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour
Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour
Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour
Parasailing Adventure above the Gulf of Mexico
Anna Maria Island Dolphin Sightseeing Adventure
Anna Maria Island - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
Top hotels in Downtown Bradenton
Hampton Inn & Suites Bradenton Downtown Historic District
We very much enjoyed our stay. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The hotel was clean. The breakfast was good. We will stay there again.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Bradenton Downtown/Riverfront
Love the location and the room. We weren’t told that we had a handicapped room, and would have preferred a higher floor for the water view we paid extra for.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
The staff was excellent- wish our room was a little more updated and clean. Overall though was a nice stay.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Kompose Boutique Hotel
Clean room, great breakfast, great pool
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
SkyBeach Resort
Hot tub wasn't warm at all
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
Breakfast was basic dry eggs, overcooked meats. Cereal choices, toast,english,fruit,oatmeal,etc, basic coffee. Staff is wonderful
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Bradenton
Village of the Arts
Village of the Arts might not have many top sights, but LECOM Park and The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
River District
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in River District and surrounding area, you can visit The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature and LECOM Park.
West Samoset
Travellers like the shopping in West Samoset, and Red Barn Flea Market Plaza is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Pine Lakes
Though Pine Lakes may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like LECOM Park and The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature.
South Bradenton
While visiting South Bradenton, you might make a stop by sights like Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf and DeSoto Square.
West Bradenton
While there might not be top attractions in West Bradenton, you can explore the larger area and discover places like The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature and LECOM Park.
