Riviera Dunes Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Riviera Dunes
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.
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.
Terra Ceia Preserve State Park
You can take time to visit Terra Ceia Preserve State Park during your travels to Palmetto. Wander the beaches or discover the area's sunrises.
Activities
Island Sunset and Skyway Light Show - 3hr Boat Cruise in St. Pete
Small Group 2 Hour Dolphin Cruise with Snorkeling to Shell Key
Small-Group 2Hr. Sunset Cruise of St. Pete Beach
Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour
Anna Maria Island Dolphin Sightseeing Adventure
Three Hour Shelling Cruise to Shell Key Preserve from John's Pass
Our pick of the best Riviera Dunes Hotel Deals
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
I’ve stayed here multiple times when visiting my daughter at Ringling College. Very convenient and comfortable beds, plus a cool tiki bar on site!
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Kompose Boutique Hotel
This hotel was so cute and different. Staff was amazing and great amenities. The rooms were decorated very cute and fun. We loved our stay here
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Island Grand at TradeWinds
The pool was so crowded we could not get a seat. MANY children screaming. It was a bit too much! it was a great spot for the whole family. It was just my husband and I.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
Best weekend getaway spot
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
SkyBeach Resort
We enjoyed our stay here and highly recommend it to anyone traveling to the area. The staff was super helpful. Parking does get overcrowded due to the pickleball courts and volleyball courts but we always had a place to park. The Skybar is a good place to enjoy a cold beverage and take in the ...
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Sirata Beach Resort St Pete Beach
Beach was beautiful! Friendly and helpful staff. Many local places to eat nearby. We did have a small incident that we spoke to the front desk about and it was handled immediately and fairly. Would stay again!
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Riviera Dunes
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.
Bay Colony
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bay Colony and surrounding area, you can visit The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature and Manatee County Agricultural Museum.
Waterford
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Waterford and surrounding area, you can visit Ellenton Ice and Sports Complex and Ellenton Premium Outlets.
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 Ice and Sports Complex and Ellenton Premium Outlets.
Regency Oaks
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Regency Oaks and surrounding area, you can visit Ellenton Ice and Sports Complex and Florida Railroad Museum.
