Downtown Bradenton Travel Guide

Bradenton

Popular places to visit

Main Street at Lakewood Ranch

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.

Main Street at Lakewood Ranch
Riverwalk

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.

Riverwalk
South Florida Museum featuring interior views

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.

The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature
Palma Sola Botanical Park

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.

Palma Sola Botanical Park

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.

IMG Academy

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.

Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch

Things to do

Picture 4 for Activity Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour

Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour

Rp908.215
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour
Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour

Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour

Rp1.073.345
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour
Sarasota Florida: Skyway Fishing Tours

Sarasota Florida: Skyway Fishing Tours

Rp9.082.150
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Sarasota Florida: Skyway Fishing Tours
Robinson Preserve Mangrove Tour

Robinson Preserve Mangrove Tour

Rp908.215
per adult
Robinson Preserve Mangrove Tour
Private 4 hr Fishing Tour with Master Captain Bill Phillips

Private 4 hr Fishing Tour with Master Captain Bill Phillips

Rp11.195.814
per adult
Private 4 hr Fishing Tour with Master Captain Bill Phillips
Private 8 hour Fishing Activity with Master Captain Bill

Private 8 hour Fishing Activity with Master Captain Bill

Rp18.164.300
per adult
Private 8 hour Fishing Activity with Master Captain Bill
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Top hotels in Downtown Bradenton

Hampton Inn & Suites Bradenton Downtown Historic District

Hampton Inn & Suites Bradenton Downtown Historic District

2.5 out of 5
309 10th Street West, Bradenton, FL
The price is Rp1.891.037 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
Rp1.891.037
Rp2.136.872 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bradenton. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
Great overall hotel at a great price.
"Stay with great hotel was wonderful. A historical accents inside were a great touch from the original hotel. Only gripe I have would be there was no refrigerator in the room. Other than that, the stay we had for our anniversary in the King balcony room was wonderful."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Hampton Inn & Suites Bradenton Downtown Historic District
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Bradenton Downtown/Riverfront

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Bradenton Downtown/Riverfront

3 out of 5
102 12th Street West, Bradenton, FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.198.880 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
Rp2.198.880
Rp2.484.735 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Bradenton. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (652 reviews)
"Everything is excellent"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Bradenton Downtown/Riverfront
Kompose Boutique Hotel

Kompose Boutique Hotel

3 out of 5
965 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,257 reviews)
"This is a boutique hotel and very sleek in design and appearance. The curtain dividers were a no for me as the room smelled strongly of smoke. The shower and comode are oddly designed and devided by a heavy sliding glass door. It's not possible to use both facilities simultaneously if two guests ..."

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

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Kompose Boutique Hotel
Tropical Beach Resorts

Tropical Beach Resorts

3.5 out of 5
6717 Sara Sea Circle, Siesta Key, FL
The price is Rp2.268.317 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
Rp2.268.317
Rp2.930.750 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Siesta Key. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (4,892 reviews)
"Very nice place. Would recommend highly."

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025

Tropical Beach Resorts
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound

4 out of 5
12324 Manatee Avenue West, Bradenton, FL
The price is Rp2.673.883 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
Rp2.673.883
Rp3.481.172 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Bradenton. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,668 reviews)
"Good food and drinks"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
The Westin Sarasota

The Westin Sarasota

4 out of 5
100 Marina View Drive, Sarasota, FL
The price is Rp2.912.688 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp2.912.688
Rp3.695.860 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,049 reviews)
"Great hotel, great service"

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

The Westin Sarasota
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Bradenton

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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.

Village of the Arts
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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.

River District
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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.

Pine Lakes
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West Samoset

Travellers like the shopping in West Samoset, and Red Barn Flea Market Plaza is a top attraction you might want to visit.

West Samoset
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South Bradenton

While visiting South Bradenton, you might make a stop by sights like Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf and DeSoto Square.

South Bradenton
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Harbor Hills

While Harbor Hills isn't home to many top sights, The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature and LECOM Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Harbor Hills

Downtown Bradenton Travel Guide