Waterford Travel Guide
Palmetto

Visit Waterford
Things to do

Shell Key & Dolphins - Semi-Private Tours

Anna Maria Island - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour

Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour

Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour

Semi-Private Sunset Cruise St Pete

Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour
Top hotels in Waterford

Kompose Boutique Hotel

RumFish Beach at TradeWinds

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
"I liked that it had the restaurant and tiki bar right on the property. The ability to rent a boat at the marina. Front desk were amazing, knowledgeable, and charismatic. The breakfast was very enjoyable with lots of food variety."
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2026

The Westin Sarasota
"Very clean, friendly staff, very pleasant stay. Rooftop has the best views and centrally located."
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2026

GALAXY HOTEL
"There are only 15 parking spots so don’t plan to park on site"
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2026

The Don CeSar
"Everything was absolutely perfect!"
Reviewed on 13 Oct 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 The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature and Manatee Performing Arts Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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

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 Ellenton Premium Outlets and Florida Railroad Museum.

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.


