Village of the Arts Travel Guide

Bradenton

Popular places to visit

Riverwalk

Riverwalk

4.5/5(8 reviews)

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
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
South Florida Museum featuring interior views

The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature

5/5(1 review)

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

3.5/5(2 reviews)

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

5/5(1 review)

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

Bradenton: Adventure Course Entry Ticket

Bradenton: Adventure Course Entry Ticket

Rp1.180.026
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bradenton: Adventure Course Entry Ticket
Picture 4 for Activity Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour

Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour

Rp894.575
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour
Sarasota Florida: Skyway Fishing Tours

Sarasota Florida: Skyway Fishing Tours

Rp8.945.750
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Sarasota Florida: Skyway Fishing Tours
Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour

Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour

Rp1.057.225
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour
Robinson Preserve Mangrove Tour

Robinson Preserve Mangrove Tour

Rp894.575
per adult
Robinson Preserve Mangrove Tour
Dolphin breaching in the Guld of Mexico during a sunset tour

Dolphin Watching boat tour around Anna Maria Island

Rp7.319.250
per traveller
Dolphin Watching boat tour around Anna Maria Island
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Top hotels in Village of the Arts

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! (4,027 reviews)
"Nice modern minimalist industrial hotel. Had a brief power outage during a storm that was resolved immediately. Nice central location. Would stay again."

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2025

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Kompose Boutique Hotel
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 Rp2.845.666 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
Rp2.845.666
Rp3.614.993 total
7 Jul - 8 Jul
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! (1,509 reviews)
Pool area lacks comfort
"Everything was great except for the pool side chairs. They were not comfortable at all. Some chairs were very small and were too low to the ground. Not for the elderly or people of size. There should be more of a variety of seat options offered. The showers also do not have very much water pressure. ..."

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2025

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
Tropical Beach Resorts
Tropical Beach Resorts
3.5 out of 5
6717 Sara Sea Circle, Siesta Key, FL
The price is Rp3.155.082 per night from 2 Jul to 3 Jul
Rp3.155.082
Rp3.931.655 total
2 Jul - 3 Jul
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! (4,724 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay at Tropical Beach Resorts! This is a nice, family-like resort that truly makes you feel at home from the moment you arrive. The location is great—just a 2-minute walk to the beach, and only 5 minutes walking distance to local restaurants, shops, and cafes. The staff was amazing ..."

Reviewed on 24 Jun 2025

Tropical Beach Resorts
Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
3 out of 5
6600 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.190.646 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
Rp2.190.646
Rp2.475.431 total
30 Jun - 1 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,408 reviews)
"Its was very clean and the pool omg was amazing"

Reviewed on 24 Jun 2025

Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
The Don CeSar
The Don CeSar
4 out of 5
3400 Gulf Boulevard, St. Pete Beach, FL
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in St. Pete Beach. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"Very clean- attentive staff"

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2025

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Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL
Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL
3.5 out of 5
202 North Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL
The price is Rp2.466.199 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
Rp2.466.199
Rp3.240.658 total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,472 reviews)
"Great staff !!!!and great location,the room was ok I don’t like that the cleaning came the third night but the pool and others areas was good ."

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL
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Other neighbourhoods around Village of the Arts

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Downtown Bradenton

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Downtown Bradenton and surrounding area, you can visit The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature and LECOM Park.

Downtown Bradenton
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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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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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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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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

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