West Bradenton Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit West Bradenton
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Mangroves, Manatees & a Hidden Beach Kayak Tour (Siesta Key)
Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour
Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour
Island Sunset and Skyway Light Show - 3hr Boat Cruise in St. Pete
HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour
Our pick of the best West Bradenton Hotel Deals
RumFish Beach at TradeWinds
Family friendly, clean resort with plenty to do! Great location to enjoy the pools and beach. Staff were exceptional!
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
Shaded parking - thumbs up. The maid forgot to sweep the floor. Cute tiki bar on the property. Beautiful landscaping. Pool clean. Great free coffee. Great price. We would certainly stay there again.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Kompose Boutique Hotel
I chose not to eat breakfast at the hotel it’s not complementary since I have to pay I choose to eat oat a restaurant instead. There’s $5 per day parking charges!
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
SkyBeach Resort
Comfortable/friendly—-great weather helped! Breakfast by the pool and evening drinks in the bar were both terrific. Staff was completely helpful and friendly+++
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
Everything was wonderful
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Island Grand at TradeWinds
Activities for all ages. Room overlooking the ocean..it was fantastic
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Bradenton
Harbor Hills
While Harbor Hills isn't home to many top sights, The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature and LECOM Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
Shore Acre Heights
Shore Acre Heights might not have many top sights, but The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature and LECOM Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Belair Bayou
When in Belair Bayou, you can plan a visit to Palma Sola Bay and The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Palma Sola
Travellers like the gardens in Palma Sola, and Palma Sola Bay is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
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.
