River District 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.
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.
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.
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
HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour
Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
Top hotels in River District
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
This was my third stay at this proprerty. The only reason that I rated it 4 stars was due to the low water pressure in the shower. Other than that, always a fun stay.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
RumFish Beach at TradeWinds
The location is amazing. The rooms were really nice and the staff was great! Right on the beach, what more could you ask for
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Island Grand at TradeWinds
Super dated Poor open hours for amenities
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
Excellent all around !
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Kompose Boutique Hotel
Breakfast was great….. I wish the pool and hot tub would be open past 9pm, it’s hard to get dinner in and get back before the pool and hot tub close down.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Sirata Beach Resort St Pete Beach
Family trip, hotel room was nice and big enough for all of us. Balcony w/ ocean view! Hotel had many activities for the kids which was awesome! We will definitely be coming back.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around River District
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.
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.
West Bradenton
While there might not be top attractions in West Bradenton, you can explore the larger area and discover places like The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature and LECOM Park.
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.
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.
Shore Acre Heights
Shore Acre Heights might not have many top sights, but The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature and LECOM Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
