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

Tropical Beach Resorts

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
"Our room was very clean and modern. The front desk, bartender and each employee we encountered were polite, friendly and helpful. Breakfast was very good. We loved the bar area and took our drinks outside to sit in the patio area. We will definitely be back. The hotels’ location to Anna Maria beaches ..."
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2026

RumFish Beach at TradeWinds

Siesta Key Beach Resort and Suites
"Great location, rooms had everything you could need. Very comfortable."
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2026

The Westin Sarasota
"Nice hotel for couples"
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2026
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.












