Bay Colony Travel Guide
Palmetto


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Popular places to visit

Bradenton Area Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Bradenton Area Convention Center during your trip to Palmetto. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Emerson Point Preserve
You can take time to visit Emerson Point Preserve during your travels to Palmetto. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Manatee County Agricultural Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Manatee County Agricultural Museum during your travels in Palmetto. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Felts Audubon Preserve
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Felts Audubon Preserve, a lovely green space in Palmetto. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Andersen Race Park
Take the family on an outing to Andersen Race Park during your trip to Palmetto. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Moccasin Wallow Golf Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Palmetto at Moccasin Wallow Golf Club. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.
Things to do

Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour

Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour

Small-Group 2Hr. Sunset Cruise of St. Pete Beach

Parasailing Adventure above the Gulf of Mexico

Signature Service at the Spa- Refreshment Bar, Access to Serenity Lounge

Clear Kayak Glass Bottom Day Tour - Anna Maria Island
Top hotels in Bay Colony

Kompose Boutique Hotel
"Would recommend 10 out of 10"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
"The hotel itself was great, nice staff,beautiful rooms. The only problem was staff shortages Saturday and Sunday Mother’s day weekend at the pool/bar. Bartender did not know menu for drinks, did not know correct ingredients and a 2 hour wait for food on Saturday, no pool service at all on Mother’s ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026

RumFish Beach at TradeWinds
"We stay at this resort every year as part of a soccer tournament. We look forward to the convenience of the resort, cleanliness, and amenities. However, this year was very different. Our room had a leaky toilet, no hot water, and there was no shower curtain for the tub in our bathroom. This is unacceptable ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026

Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
"Loved it! So cute and the comforter was so cozy"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026

Sirata Beach Resort St Pete Beach
"This property is under renovation and will have some great new amenities."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026

Island Grand at TradeWinds
"The room was clean, the staff was helpful and friendly, and the food service was excellent."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bay Colony

Downtown Palmetto
While visiting Downtown Palmetto, you might make a stop by sights like Manatee County Agricultural Museum and Palmetto Historical Park.

Palmetto Historic District
While visiting Palmetto Historic District, you might make a stop by sights like Manatee County Agricultural Museum and Palmetto Historical Park.

Riviera Dunes
Riviera Dunes might not have many top sights, but The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature and Manatee County Agricultural Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Waterford
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Waterford and surrounding area, you can visit Ellenton Premium Outlets and Ellenton Ice and Sports Complex.

Imperial Lakewood's
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Imperial Lakewood's and surrounding area, you can visit Ellenton Premium Outlets and Ellenton Ice and Sports Complex.

Regency Oaks
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Regency Oaks and surrounding area, you can visit Ellenton Premium Outlets and Ellenton Ice and Sports Complex.
