Pine Lakes Travel Guide
Bradenton
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Popular places to visit

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.

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.
Things to do

Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour

Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour

Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour

Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour

HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour

Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
Top hotels in Pine Lakes

Kompose Boutique Hotel
Nice rooms, solid construction, good breakfast, fun atmosphere.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
I stayed for two days for work. The room was clean and a really good size. I really enjoyed the size of the fridge. It is in a good proximity to everything. I would definitely stay again if I am in the area.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

Tropical Beach Resorts
Location, amenities, and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
Staff were amazing, from check-in to departure, from dining to poolside…everyone was cheerful, kind and provided top-notch service!
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026

Lido Beach Resort
Arriving at the hotel only to discover that the beach is essentially a large construction site — without any prior notice — is extremely unprofessional. As I later learned, several sections of Lido Beach are closed from January through April 2026 for shoreline reconstruction following recent hurricane ...
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026

The Don CeSar
Staff was excellent. Service was very good. Facilities were beautiful and well maintained. The room size for the price was disappointing. The room was clean and well appointed but just too small. Especially the bath.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Pine Lakes

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.

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.

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.

Harbor Hills
While Harbor Hills isn't home to many top sights, The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature and LECOM Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

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.
