Village of the Arts Travel Guide
Bradenton


Visit Village of the Arts
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

Mangrove Tunnel & Manatee Kayak Eco-Tour

HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour

Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
Top hotels in Village of the Arts

Kompose Boutique Hotel
"Falling ceiling , shower would only do scolding hot water if you want any pressure , got a late check out and a maintenance man literally walked into my room when I was getting dressed, multiple knocks on the door during the late checkout period and they tried to charge for it . Building is banged ..."
Reviewed on 28 Aug 2026

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
"Todo estuvo bien y el personal muy amable gracias"
Reviewed on 28 Aug 2026

Tropical Beach Resorts
"We had a very relaxing time there. Room was very nice and the beach was a short walk away. We've stayed there a few times and it never disappoints. It will be the first place we look for our next Gulf stay."
Reviewed on 28 Aug 2026

The Westin Sarasota
"Maybe needed as second pool and microwaves in the rooms"
Reviewed on 27 Aug 2026

The Don CeSar

Lido Beach Resort
"The property was good, service was fine but overall it was extremely expensive!!! We enjoyed the view from our balcony which was facing the gulf! Everything including coffee, if you did not use the in room coffeemaker one had to pay for! Probably will not return for those reasons!"
Reviewed on 28 Aug 2026
Where to stay in Village of the Arts

Palma Sola
Travellers like the gardens in Palma Sola, and Palma Sola Bay is a top attraction you might want to visit.

South Bradenton
While visiting South Bradenton, you might make a stop by sights like Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf and DeSoto Square.

Bayshore Gardens
Visitors to Bayshore Gardens appreciate its beaches. A visit to IMG Bollettieri Tennis Academy and Powel Crosley Estate might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.

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.

Downtown Bradenton
If you're spending some time in Downtown Bradenton, The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature and Manatee Performing Arts Center are top sights worth seeing.












