West Samoset Travel Guide
Bradenton
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Popular places to visit

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.

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.

Palma Sola Botanical Park
Palma Sola Botanical Park 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.

Manatee Village Historical Park
You can browse the exhibits at Manatee Village Historical Park, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Bradenton. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Red Barn Flea Market Plaza
You can do some window-shopping at Red Barn Flea Market Plaza during your stay in Bradenton. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Things to do

Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour

Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour

Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour

HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour

Amish Experience Trolley Tour: Bridges to Understanding

Clear Kayak Glass Bottom Day Tour - Anna Maria Island
Top hotels in West Samoset

Kompose Boutique Hotel
I stay here often and sometimes for extended times like over a week. Staff the last few years have been wonderful and welcoming. But lately… not so much. Signs say no smoking, but there are always people outside by the doors smoking. It once felt like a true “home away from home” to now people bragging ...
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026

Tropical Beach Resorts
This is the third time I've stated Tropical Beach Resorts, and it has been amazing every time. The rooms are great, the grounds are so lovely and well maintained, the new pool is fantastic, and the beach is gorgeous. Can't wait to go back again someday!
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
Everyone was efficient, helpful & friendly.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

Carlisle Inn
Large rooms
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026

Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
Super great!! clean, great price, nice place, safe... I will back soon again!
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

Hyatt Place Sarasota/Bradenton Airport
The inside of the hotel looked like it was recently remodeled as everything looked new. The staff was friendly and helpful. I was pleased with the experience of staying there.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Samoset

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

Peridia Country Club
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Peridia Country Club and surrounding area, you can visit LECOM Park and The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature.
