Downtown Bradenton Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Bradenton
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 student 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.
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.
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.
Activities
Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour
Anna Maria Island: Sandbar and Shelling Trip
Public Sandbar Trip Swim Snorkel and Explore
Parasailing Adventure above the Gulf of Mexico
Anna Maria Island - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
Pedal Kayak Mangrove Tunnel Tour in Bradenton
Our pick of the best Downtown Bradenton Hotel Deals
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Bradenton Downtown/Riverfront
Only one night stay overall excellent, except I checked in little past 4 and was given a Special needs room I did not requested,gave me issues saying was the only room left , I was not happy at all, bathroom size was huge, after a while we were downgraded to room with only 1 king and the sofa bed, ...
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Bradenton Downtown Historic District
Great
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
Rooms still reeked of cigarette smoke, even though they are 100% against it. Whatever place this was before them clearly allowed smoking in the rooms. You know how putrid that can be, once a room is smoked in, it'll never be the same. Room keys unprogrammed themselves every morning so we had to go ...
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Kompose Boutique Hotel
Clean room, fun hotel, boutique style, close enough to airport to walk with suitcases. Great lounge, coffee, and cafe.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
Loved the hotel, pool, staff and location
Reviewed on 8 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
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Bradenton
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.
River District
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in River District and surrounding area, you can visit LECOM Park and The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature.
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.
South Bradenton
While visiting South Bradenton, you might make a stop by sights like Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf and DeSoto Square.
West Bradenton
While there might not be top attractions in West Bradenton, you can explore the larger area and discover places like LECOM Park and IMG Bollettieri Tennis Academy.
