Historic Braden Castle Travel Guide
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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
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
Amish Experience Trolley Tour: Bridges to Understanding
Top hotels in Historic Braden Castle
Kompose Boutique Hotel
The kindness of the ladies behind the counter!
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Tropical Beach Resorts
Everything was great at the resort. The pools were clean, easy access to the beach. Everyone that worked there was helpful and friendly
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
The staff was very helpful, the room was clean and breakfast offer many different items. My only disappointment was the lack of communication about when the restaurant and bar were going to be closed.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Carlisle Inn
This hotel was charming and immaculate. The staff was also very pleasant.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
Clean room, comfortable bed.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place Sarasota/Bradenton Airport
Room was big and clean. Good amenities and great staff at the breakfast area.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
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.
