Downtown Bradenton
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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 collegiate 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 visit 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.
Things to do
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
Dolphin Watching & Sunset Cruises Private Boat Tours
Top hotels in Downtown Bradenton
Hampton Inn & Suites Bradenton Downtown Historic District
Hello, I am a Hilton Honors member and wanted to share feedback regarding my recent stay, as the experience did not meet the standards I typically associate with the Hilton brand. I arrived at the hotel around 1:00 AM after traveling, and at that hour all I was hoping for was a clean room, a working ...
Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026
Kompose Boutique Hotel
Beautiful place, great rooms however the bed wasn’t comfortable
Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
Paul in the Tiki bar was great. Sheri at the desk was super friendly.
Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026
Tropical Beach Resorts
clean room, staff was extremely friendly and helpful, was able to hold our luggage all day once we checked out. Property was clean and so close to beach!
Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
Rooms are half cleaned and not up to par. Stains that look like blood on the curtains. If you stand back from the sinks you can see a black dirt/mold ring at the top. Drain in bathroom has mold and stinks back of shower had hair and dirt because it had not been rinsed out. Room smells bad. When you ...
Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026
The Don CeSar
Staff was exceptional, Especially Kim at the front desk and Denis at the car valet service. Room was very nice & clean. Small issue with the A/C but that was fixed quickly after alerting the front desk.
Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Bradenton
Village of the Arts
Though Village of the Arts might 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.
River District
River District 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.
West Samoset
Travelers 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 might 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
If you're spending some time in South Bradenton, Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf and DeSoto Square are top sights worth seeing.
West Bradenton
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in West Bradenton and surrounding area, you can visit The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature and LECOM Park.
