Village of the Arts Travel Guide
Bradenton


Visit Village of the Arts
Things to do

Lido Key: Self-Guided Paddleboard Rental

Mangrove Tunnel & Manatee Kayak Eco-Tour

Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour

Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour

Clear Kayak Glass Bottom Day Tour - Anna Maria Island
Top hotels in Village of the Arts

Kompose Boutique Hotel
"Did not love the set up of the room. The shower and toilet share the same door, which is odd. The room also didn’t have a microwave or iron. Not good if you’re traveling for business. Decorations were cute and the breakfast buffet was nice. 5th floor smelled a little moldy. Check in process felt ..."
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2026

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
"Property was spotless. The girls behind the bar were awesome!!!! Sandy, Bridget, Tara,and Angie. Thank you ."
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2026

Tropical Beach Resorts
"Great service and room. Walking distance to the beach and friendly staff."
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2026

The Westin Sarasota

Siesta Key Beach Resort and Suites
"Great location to the beach. Nice pool,nice bar. Do not get a room near the tiki bar. You're woken up early in the morning by staff power washing the floors right outside the rooms."
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2026

The Don CeSar
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Where to stay in Village of the Arts

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.













