Downtown Bradenton
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour
Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour
Parasailing Adventure above the Gulf of Mexico
Parasailing Adventure in Anna Maria Island
Anna Maria Island Dolphin Sightseeing Adventure
Top hotels in Downtown Bradenton
Hampton Inn & Suites Bradenton Downtown Historic District
Carpet was dirty. Bathroom floor was sticky.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Kompose Boutique Hotel
Beautiful hotel. Unique design, excellent rooms and showers. Good food variety, and an excellent breakfast. Julio is the guy to see, he was great. Highly recommended.
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
I was there for work so can’t review the pool as I didn’t use it. It appears clean an very nice.
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Tropical Beach Resorts
Really nice room with kitchenette. Staff was very friendly. Loved the pool in the front with the waterfalls.
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
Staff was great. We were pleasantly surprised that the breakfast that was included with our stay was actually pretty good! Most "free" breakfasts aren't great, but this was.
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
SkyBeach Resort
This resort was nothing less than Excellent!
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Bradenton
Village of the Arts
Village of the Arts might not have many top sights, but LECOM Park and The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
