Village of the Arts Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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 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.
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.
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.
Activities
Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour
HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour
Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour
Exclusive Kayak Expedition: Exploring the Mangroves to Shell Key
Parasailing Adventure above the Gulf of Mexico
Sarasota Guided Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Tour
Our pick of the best Village of the Arts Hotel Deals
Kompose Boutique Hotel
Beautiful hotel with well kept rooms. Immaculate pool and hot tub area with ping pong, fire, and other activities. Great breakfast, friendly staff. WELL worth your money.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Tropical Beach Resorts
Courteous staff. Nice room, short stroll to beach for sunset.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Carlisle Inn
Room was very clean and the food from the restaurant was excellent.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
Nice
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
The Don CeSar
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Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Hibiscus Suites - Gateway to Siesta Key
This place is a gem!! I only stayed one night but wish it was more. The room was very clean and the staff was fantastic. The area is beautiful and at an excellent price. I highly recommend you stay here if you are in Siesta Keys!!
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Village of the Arts
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.
River District
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in River District and surrounding area, you can visit The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature and LECOM Park.
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 The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature and LECOM Park.
