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.
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.
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.
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
Mangroves, Manatees, and a Hidden Beach: Kayak Tour
Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour
Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour
HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour
Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
Top hotels in Historic Braden Castle
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
The staff was excellent- wish our room was a little more updated and clean. Overall though was a nice stay.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Kompose Boutique Hotel
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Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
SkyBeach Resort
Resort was very nice and relaxing. Staff was always very helpful. Rooms are nice. I would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
Fabulous staff. So friendly and helpful. Breakfast had a variety of choices and everything we had was delicious. Our day by the pool was so much fun. Music, food and our “cabana girl” made the day even better. We will be back our next trip down
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Tropical Beach Resorts
Short walk to beach, can rent chairs, nice pool, clean and updated
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
The staff was very nice and accommodating, the pool and hottub were also nice
Reviewed on 10 Apr 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 The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature and LECOM Park.
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 University Park Country Club are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
