Downtown Bradenton Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Bradenton
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Activities
Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour
Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour
Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour
Anna Maria Island Dolphin Sightseeing Adventure
Clear Kayak Glass Bottom Day Tour - Anna Maria Island
Mangrove Tunnels Pedal Kayak Eco-Tour in Anna Maria
Our pick of the best Downtown Bradenton Hotel Deals
Hampton Inn & Suites Bradenton Downtown Historic District
Place is getting old and beet up. Needs refreshing
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Kompose Boutique Hotel
No spa, not much to do around the property. Staff were nice, but most didnt speak English. Room cleaning only once every 3 days.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
Super friendly staff at check in, great amenities including wi-fi, mini-fridge in room, and of course the pool! You must go to the Bahi Hut on site, the oldest Tiki bar in Florida. Great location close to the airport as well.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
SkyBeach Resort
The hot tub was broken. We had to pay for parking. No free coffee. No free breakfast. Our room looked to the roof. The bunkbed was wobble. Top that off with a $45 resort fee. We could have have stayed at Disney and been better taken care of. We will never stay here again.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
Clean and well kept room. Will come back.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Tropical Beach Resorts
More towels in the rooms
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Bradenton
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.
River District
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in River District and surrounding area, you can visit LECOM Park and The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature.
West Samoset
Travellers like the shopping in West Samoset, and Red Barn Flea Market Plaza is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
South Bradenton
While visiting South Bradenton, you might make a stop by sights like Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf and DeSoto Square.
West Bradenton
While there might not be top attractions in West Bradenton, you can explore the larger area and discover places like LECOM Park and The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature.
