Heron's Watch Travel Guide
Bradenton
Visit Heron's Watch
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
IMG Academy
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit IMG Academy during your travels in Bradenton. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
Things to do
Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour
Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour
Parasailing Adventure above the Gulf of Mexico
Experience Parasailing in Sarasota
Top hotels in Heron's Watch
Kompose Boutique Hotel
room was clean, staff was exceptional. when we got off the elevator to our floor there was a bad smell that was there our entire stay. cleaner mixed with a funk. the pool area and hay tub leaves a lot to be desired but for a night or two it's a great choice.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Tropical Beach Resorts
The property was super cute! The front desk staff were very nice and helpful, the rooms were immaculate and everything was easy to walk to! The beach is super close and great restaurants across the street and down the road. The new pool was beautiful and heated!!!
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
Very pleasant staff
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Carlisle Inn
Everything was incredible!
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
The Don CeSar
Amazing!!!!
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Lido Beach Resort
Not enough space here to write about all the great aspects of this wonderful place. Staff...A+ Management...A+ Coffee bar A++ Front Desk A++ Cleanliness A Restaurant A++ Food A++ Prices A++ Waitstaff A++ Pools and pool staff GREAT Beach... beautiful We are so glad to have found Lido Beach Resort ...
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Heron's Watch
Coral Shores
Though Coral Shores may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Jewfish Key and Palma Sola Bay.
Sunny Shores
Sunny Shores might not have many top sights, but Cortez Beach and Anna Maria Sound are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
Belair Bayou
When in Belair Bayou, you can plan a visit to Palma Sola Bay and The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Shore Acre Heights
Shore Acre Heights might not have many top sights, but The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature and LECOM Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
