Bay Colony Travel Guide
Tourist Guide


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Popular places to visit

Bradenton Area Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Bradenton Area Convention Center during your trip to Palmetto. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Emerson Point Preserve
You can take time to visit Emerson Point Preserve during your travels to Palmetto. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Manatee County Agricultural Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Manatee County Agricultural Museum during your travels in Palmetto. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Andersen Race Park
Take the family on an outing to Andersen Race Park during your trip to Palmetto. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Moccasin Wallow Golf Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Palmetto at Moccasin Wallow Golf Club. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.
Terra Ceia Preserve State Park
You can take time to visit Terra Ceia Preserve State Park during your travels to Palmetto. Wander the beaches or discover the area's sunrises.
Activities

Small-Group 2Hr. Sunset Cruise of St. Pete Beach

Small Group 2 Hour Dolphin Cruise with Snorkeling to Shell Key

Island Sunset and Skyway Light Show - 3hr Boat Cruise in St. Pete

Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour

Anna Maria Island Dolphin Sightseeing Adventure

Anna Maria Island and Bradenton: Sunset Kayak Dolphin Tour
Our pick of the best Bay Colony Hotel Deals

Kompose Boutique Hotel
Fun atmosphere, but also calming. Sauna, pool, hot tub, and well equipped gym. Quiet at night, comfortable beds. Great stay
Reviewed on 10 May 2026

Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
great hotel
Reviewed on 10 May 2026

Island Grand at TradeWinds
This hotel is not like its pictured online. It is not updated and some things were falling apart. we had roaches in our room and reported a broken luggage rack. nothing was done to change our room or upgrade us. after watching a sunset we witness a couple and there young child playing in front of ...
Reviewed on 9 May 2026

RumFish Beach at TradeWinds
The best part of the stay was the staff. The elevators were broken, the rooms were dirty, the carpets were chronically damp and the rooms smelled musty. There was almost parking and the scene was loud and chaotic. Would never stay here again. Run down and needs revamping. I understand the hurricanes ...
Reviewed on 10 May 2026

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
Our original accommodations on the island were canceled last minute and this was a great, budget friendly location that we were able to book last minute. Room was clean and comfortable and location was good- with the ability to get to most places easily. Traffic can be bad in the area but hotel was ...
Reviewed on 10 May 2026

Sirata Beach Resort St Pete Beach
Reserve an Ocean view room. They only had a parking lot View available. The front desk. Agent was rude and refused to refund the difference between the rooms. I had to speak with Management in the morning who apologize and told me they would refund the resort fee, which would be the difference between ...
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
