Downtown Bradenton Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature
This museum features informative displays that detail prehistoric sea life, local maritime culture and traditions, and the area’s complex tropical ecosystems.
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.
Riverwalk
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.
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.
Manatee Village Historical Park
You can browse the exhibits at Manatee Village Historical Park, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Bradenton. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Manatee Performing Arts Center
You can enjoy a show at Manatee Performing Arts Center during your stay in Bradenton. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Things to do
Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour
Parasailing Adventure above the Gulf of Mexico
Clear Kayak Glass Bottom Day Tour - Anna Maria Island
Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour
Parasailing Adventure in Anna Maria Island
Anna Maria Island Dolphin Sightseeing Adventure
Top hotels in Downtown Bradenton
Hampton Inn & Suites Bradenton Downtown Historic District
Amanda was great!! She messaged me several times to make sure everything was ok. Great service. Room was clean! Breakfast was good. Thank you
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Kompose Boutique Hotel
Great place, clean, comfortable, good location
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Tropical Beach Resorts
Clean room, comfy bed, adequate kitchen
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Carlisle Inn
Everything was incredible!
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
The rooms were super clean, the staff texted and checked in on us daily seeing if we needed anything. They have two restaurants on site and a great big pool.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Extended Stay America Premier Suites - Bradenton
Friendly staff. Clean facilities.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Bradenton
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.
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.
West Samoset
Travellers like the shopping in West Samoset, and Red Barn Flea Market Plaza is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
South Bradenton
While visiting South Bradenton, you might make a stop by sights like Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf and DeSoto Square.
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.
