South Bradenton Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit South Bradenton
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
DeSoto Square
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at DeSoto Square during your trip to Bradenton. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf
You can take time to visit Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf during your travels to Bradenton. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
Activities
Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
Anna Maria Island - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour
Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour
HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour
Our pick of the best South Bradenton Hotel Deals
Kompose Boutique Hotel
Friendly staff, cute modern rooms
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Tropical Beach Resorts
The kitchen had a refrigerator, oven and microwave. The cleaning staff could not have been any nicer. They fold their towels in happy ways. This place is a must for vacationers.
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
The Don CeSar
All great
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
for the price, best location and quality
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
Good value for the price
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Tropical Breeze Resort
I arrived a day early and extended for a full week. The staff was so helpful and the variety of amenities made this a wonderful trip and experience. Perfect for solo to family events. I’ll be back
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around South Bradenton
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.
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.
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.
Bayshore Gardens
Visitors to Bayshore Gardens appreciate its beaches. A visit to IMG Bollettieri Tennis Academy and Powel Crosley Estate might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.
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.
