Waterford Travel Guide
Palmetto

Visit Waterford
Things to do

Shell Key & Dolphins - Semi-Private Tours

Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour

Three Hour Shelling Cruise to Shell Key Preserve from John's Pass

Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour

Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour

Semi-Private Sunset Cruise St Pete
Top hotels in Waterford

Kompose Boutique Hotel

Island Grand at TradeWinds

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
".................,........"
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

RumFish Beach at TradeWinds
"It would’ve been a GREAT place in 2010, even 2015. But now, in late 2026- it’s outdated and in desperate need of some refreshing. We unfortunately will not choose to stay here again when there are many other options in that price range."
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

The Don CeSar

Sirata St. Pete Beach Resort, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
"The Sirata before the Hurricane was so much better in every way possible . It was inviting for all crowds now it has become an upscale place that’s not worth the upscale price . A beer is $10 a soda water with mint is $10 a specialty drink is $15 or more depending and the food is over priced compared ..."
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026
Where to stay in Waterford

Palmetto Historic District
While visiting Palmetto Historic District, you might make a stop by sights like Manatee County Agricultural Museum and Palmetto Historical Park.

Riviera Dunes
Riviera Dunes might not have many top sights, but Manatee County Agricultural Museum and The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Downtown Palmetto
While visiting Downtown Palmetto, you might make a stop by sights like Manatee County Agricultural Museum and Palmetto Historical Park.

Bay Colony
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bay Colony and surrounding area, you can visit The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature and Ellenton Premium Outlets.

Imperial Lakewood's
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Imperial Lakewood's and surrounding area, you can visit Moccasin Wallow Golf Club and Ellenton Premium Outlets.


