River District Travel Guide
Bradenton

Visit River District
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 River District

Kompose Boutique Hotel

Island Grand at TradeWinds
"This hotel is old and the rooms a bit musty. There is still only one elevator working. There is a new portion of the property called The Hall. Overall restaurants were pretty good but prices very high. Most of the amenities were available to use due to weather which was unfortunate bc we booked specifically ..."
Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound

Tropical Beach Resorts

RumFish Beach at TradeWinds
"Pros - Beach access, amenities, parking, friendly staff, overall convenience Cons - rooms were outdated and smelled mildewy, AC was working partially or needed to be fixed, toilet broke, pool and hot tub could have been cleaner"
Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026

The Don CeSar
"Excellent service. Very clean. Our favorite place!"
Reviewed on 23 Aug 2026
Where to stay in River District

Palma Sola
Travellers like the gardens in Palma Sola, and Robinson Preserve 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 LECOM Park and Emerson Point Preserve.

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.












