River District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Activities
Mangrove Tunnel & Manatee Kayak Eco-Tour
AU$83
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour
AU$77
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour
AU$153
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Shell Key Shelling & Snorkel Kayak Tour - St. Pete
AU$82
per adult
Our pick of the best River District Hotel Deals
Kompose Boutique Hotel
965 University Pkwy Sarasota FL
The price is AU$92 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
AU$92
6 Oct - 7 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (6,038 reviews)
"Unfortunately, the bar was closed the night that we were there at like 8 o’clock, but otherwise everything was good"
Reviewed on 25 Sept 2026
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
12324 Manatee Avenue West Bradenton FL
The price is AU$280 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
AU$280
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Bradenton. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Tropical Beach Resorts
6717 Sara Sea Circle Siesta Key FL
The price is AU$254 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
AU$254
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Siesta Key. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
The Westin Sarasota
100 Marina View Drive Sarasota FL
The price is AU$267 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
AU$267
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,166 reviews)
"It is a beautiful property and the bar and pool on the rooftop is a wonderful experience. However, on our second night, we had a smell coming into our room from the AC and heating unit that was absolutely toxic. It’s smelled like burning, rubber or electrical wires burning. Every time the system ..."
Reviewed on 24 Sept 2026
The Don CeSar
3400 Gulf Boulevard St. Pete Beach FL
The price is AU$481 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
AU$481
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in St. Pete Beach. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
Island Grand at TradeWinds
5500 Gulf Blvd St. Pete Beach FL
The price is AU$373 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$373
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in St. Pete Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 5 outdoor pools and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,393 reviews)
"We loved the paddle boats, duck feeding time, the water slide on the beach, the pools, and restaurant choices (the pizza was excellent). Having a kitchenette with 2 kids is a huge benefit!"
Reviewed on 24 Sept 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Our guide on where to stay in River District
Find the best River District areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Palma Sola
Travellers like the gardens in Palma Sola, and Palma Sola Bay is a top attraction you might want to visit.
South Bradenton
While visiting South Bradenton, you might make a stop by sights like Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf and DeSoto Square.
Bayshore Gardens
Visitors to Bayshore Gardens appreciate its beaches. A visit to IMG Bollettieri Tennis Academy and Powel Crosley Estate might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.
West Bradenton
While there might not be top attractions in West Bradenton, you can explore the larger area and discover places like The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature and LECOM Park.
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.
