Historic Braden Castle
Bradenton
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Manatee Village Historical Park
You can browse the exhibits at Manatee Village Historical Park, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Bradenton. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
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.
Things to do
Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour
HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour
St. Pete Dolphin Watching and Shelling Adventure
Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour
Top hotels in Historic Braden Castle
Kompose Boutique Hotel
Was not expecting the hotel to be so great, close to the airport. What a surprise, the place was one of the best boutique hotels I have stayed at. Will definitely go back when traveling to Sarasota.
Reviewed on Jan 15, 2026
Tropical Beach Resorts
Beautiful facility. Very relaxing. Staff is awesome. Beach is amazing!
Reviewed on Jan 13, 2026
Carlisle Inn
It was by far the cleanest hotel we have ever stayed in!!!!
Reviewed on Jan 14, 2026
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
The room was quiet, the staff was friendly and very close to beach!
Reviewed on Jan 14, 2026
Lido Beach Resort
Service was impeccable, rooms were beautiful, and the food was delicious.
Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
3yes but no restaurant
Reviewed on Jan 14, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Historic Braden Castle
River Pointe
While there might not be top attractions in River Pointe, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Ellenton Premium Outlets and The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature.
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.
West Samoset
Travelers like the shopping in West Samoset, and Red Barn Flea Market Plaza is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
Peridia Country Club
While Peridia Country Club might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like LECOM Park and The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature.
Sabal Harbour
While Sabal Harbour might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like LECOM Park and Rosedale Golf and Country Club.
