River District
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 River District
Kompose Boutique Hotel
The manager was very friendly, very helpful. He helped us check in early since we had our 5 month old and pet. They even went as far as allowing me to store my breastmilk in there freezer and providing a crib. We will stay there again! Also have great rates!
Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026
Tropical Beach Resorts
Place was close to private beach and room was clean. Could not get truly hot water in bathroom sink, Staff very helpful and friendly
Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026
RumFish Beach at TradeWinds
Outdoors is great. Location is good. Indoors is clean but out of date.
Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026
Island Grand at TradeWinds
This was an amazing place to enjoy our christmas. I was sceptical at first as we try to be careful with our money and not over spend for things. This place was a bit pricey for a stay as a single parent, which I think could be worked on, however over all, the people that work here where nice, most ...
Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026
Sirata St. Pete Beach
Wonderful staff—especially Glen—and a great location steps from the beach. Loved the suite with balcony.
Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
Great, nice clean hotel. Booked a Duluxe balcony room facing the marina. The hotel is idealy located although nothing was really walkable outside of the hotel [other than] the FIsh House Bar/Restaurant] so a car is recommended to get you places. The breakfast at the hotel was fresh with a good variation ...
Reviewed on Jan 6, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around River District
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.
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.
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.
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.
Harbor Hills
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Harbor Hills and surrounding area, you can visit The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature and LECOM Park.
Shore Acre Heights
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Shore Acre Heights and surrounding area, you can visit The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature and LECOM Park.
