South Bradenton Travel Guide
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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.
IMG Bollettieri Tennis Academy
Catch an event at IMG Bollettieri Tennis Academy during your trip to Bradenton. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
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 South Bradenton
Kompose Boutique Hotel
"Great place to stay, very modern and beautiful. We really enjoyed everything in this place."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
"Overall we enjoyed our stay. Staff was friendly and helpful, although room service was a bit underserved and we went a few days without any clean towels or trash removal. The breakfast buffet was also depleted fairly quick and utensils and plates were scarce."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
"We didn’t use either service.The staff were very helpful and friendly."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Tropical Beach Resorts
"I like those kitchen kits..They have everything we need..and it’s very close to the beach.."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
SkyBeach Resort
"Not what we expected when we first pulled up. The hotel has an older look to it but looks to be remodeled and updated. Our room was clean and the staff was very helpful. They have two nice pools and a small beach area. The hotel grounds were clean and well maintained. We enjoyed the sky bar and food ..."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
"Basic room with updates, had everything we needed, was comfortable and well suited. Short drive to beaches. We would 100% stay here again if in the area."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Bradenton
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.
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.
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.
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.
Bayshore Gardens
Visitors to Bayshore Gardens appreciate its beaches. A visit to IMG Bollettieri Tennis Academy and John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.
