South Bradenton Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

Main Street at Lakewood Ranch

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.

Main Street at Lakewood Ranch
Riverwalk

Riverwalk

4.5/5(8 reviews)

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.

Riverwalk
South Florida Museum featuring interior views

The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature

5/5(1 review)

This museum features informative displays that detail prehistoric sea life, local maritime culture and traditions, and the area’s complex tropical ecosystems.

The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature
Palma Sola Botanical Park

Palma Sola Botanical Park

Palma Sola Botanical Park 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.

Palma Sola Botanical Park

DeSoto Square

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at DeSoto Square during your trip to Bradenton. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

DeSoto Square

Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf

You can take time to visit Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf during your travels to Bradenton. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.

Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf

Things to do

Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour

Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour

฿2,125
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
Anna Maria Island and Bradenton Beach: Parasailing Tour

Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour

฿3,237
per adult
Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour
Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour

Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour

฿2,125
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour
Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour - Anna Maria Island

Anna Maria Island - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour

฿2,125
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Anna Maria Island - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
HydroCats

HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour

฿4,766
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour
Picture 4 for Activity Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour

Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour

฿1,798
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour
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Top hotels in South Bradenton

Kompose Boutique Hotel

Kompose Boutique Hotel

3 out of 5
965 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL
The price is ฿1,797 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
฿1,797
฿2,425 total
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,501 reviews)
"The rooms are well maintained & cleaned. The staff is friendly and provides quick check in which is appreciated. Absolutely appreciate the little market for snacks or supplies."

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

Kompose Boutique Hotel
Tropical Beach Resorts

Tropical Beach Resorts

3.5 out of 5
6717 Sara Sea Circle, Siesta Key, FL
The price is ฿4,159 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
฿4,159
฿5,442 total
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Siesta Key. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5,036 reviews)
"We have been going to Tropical Beach resort for several years now and love it. We have invited friends for the last several years and they love it as much as we do. It is a small family friendly location with beautiful property and amazing beach access. Clean, comfortable rooms with amazing staff. ..."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Tropical Beach Resorts
The Don CeSar

The Don CeSar

4 out of 5
3400 Gulf Boulevard, St. Pete Beach, FL
The price is ฿10,805 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
฿10,805
฿13,694 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in St. Pete Beach. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,025 reviews)
"Beautiful beach. Sunbeds plentiful. Lovely Brittany looking after everyone. Easy access through pool gate. Smallest hotel room ever. And tiny claustrophobic bathroom. Sparse toiletries."

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

The Don CeSar
Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway

Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway

3 out of 5
6600 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL
The price is ฿3,743 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
฿3,743
฿4,230 total
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,774 reviews)
"Was safe and quiet area. Bed were clean. Washrooms bathtub could be cleaned. Water pressure is a bit low."

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
The Westin Sarasota

The Westin Sarasota

4 out of 5
100 Marina View Drive, Sarasota, FL
The price is ฿6,114 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
฿6,114
฿7,725 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,110 reviews)
"Great staff"

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

The Westin Sarasota
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota

Golden Host Resort - Sarasota

3 out of 5
4675 N Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL
The price is ฿2,409 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
฿2,409
฿2,722 total
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,140 reviews)
"All good"

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
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Other neighbourhoods around South Bradenton

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West Samoset

Travellers like the shopping in West Samoset, and Red Barn Flea Market Plaza is a top attraction you might want to visit.

West Samoset
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Pine Lakes

Though Pine Lakes may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like LECOM Park and The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature.

Pine Lakes
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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.

Village of the Arts
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Downtown Bradenton

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Downtown Bradenton and surrounding area, you can visit The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature and LECOM Park.

Downtown Bradenton
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Bayshore Gardens

3/5(1 area review)

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.

Bayshore Gardens
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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.

River District

South Bradenton Travel Guide