Historic Braden Castle Travel Guide
Bradenton
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Popular places to visit
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.
Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch
You can take time to visit Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch during your travels to Lakewood Ranch. Attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
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.
LECOM Park
Catch an event at LECOM Park during your trip to Bradenton. Amble around the 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.
Things to do
Mangrove Tunnel & Manatee Kayak Eco-Tour
Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour
Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour
Sarasota Guided Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Tour
HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour
Top hotels in Historic Braden Castle
Kompose Boutique Hotel
"After booking and paying, I arrived at the hotel for them to tell me they gave my room away. Will never book with them again."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
"Everyone super friendly accommodations very nice and awesome breakfast in the mornings"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
"Love that this hotel has been around since the 70’s! It gives me that old florida feeling but with upgraded rooms. The tiki bar was amazing as well. Planning to stay here again soon"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
"Property was clean and the location was perfect. Lots of nice eateries around so we didnt have to rent a car."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Tropical Beach Resorts
"Lovely place to stay and very close to the beach. We enjoyed our stay, especially catching the morning waves! ☺️💖"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
SkyBeach Resort
"Loved the resort and the staff. Was surprised how much seaweed was on the private beach."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Historic Braden Castle
River Pointe
While there might not be top attractions in River Pointe, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Ellenton Premium Outlets and The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature.
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.
West Samoset
Travellers like the shopping in West Samoset, and Red Barn Flea Market Plaza is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
Peridia Country Club
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Peridia Country Club and surrounding area, you can visit LECOM Park and The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature.
Sabal Harbour
Sabal Harbour might not have many top sights, but LECOM Park and Rosedale Golf and Country Club are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
