Village of the Arts Travel Guide
Tourist Guide


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Activities

Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour

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

Shell Key Shelling & Snorkel Kayak Tour - St. Pete

Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour
Our pick of the best Village of the Arts Hotel Deals

Kompose Boutique Hotel

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
"Excellent hotel and amazing staff."
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2026

Tropical Beach Resorts

Siesta Key Beach Resort and Suites
"Awesome location, with a lot of extras. Comfy spacious suite with cold ac."
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2026

The Westin Sarasota

Cottages at Siesta Key Inn
"LOCATION. LOCATION. LOCATION. A short walk to Beach Access 13 and restaurants. Great location for watching the sunset. Our room was big, the bed was comfortable, the pool was amazing. The property was quiet. Private parking is appreciated. The staff are so friendly and helpful."
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Village of the Arts

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.














