River District Travel Guide
Bradenton

Visit River District
Things to do

Lido Key: Self-Guided Paddleboard Rental

Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour

Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour

Mangrove Tunnel & Manatee Kayak Eco-Tour

Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour

Clear Kayak Glass Bottom Day Tour - Anna Maria Island
Top hotels in River District

Kompose Boutique Hotel
"Julio extremely helpful and accomodating"
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2026

Tropical Beach Resorts
"Great resort and location!"
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2026

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
"Wonderful place with great vibes"
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2026

RumFish Beach at TradeWinds
"Stinky bathing suit left hanging on the door in our bathroom and dirty towel on the balcony. Asked for late check out, which we offered to pay for, but were told that hotel was sold out. Rooms were available on Expedia. Very unpleasant front desk staff."
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2026

Siesta Key Beach Resort and Suites

The Westin Sarasota
Where to stay in River District

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.












