Village of the Arts, FL
Bradenton
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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 visit 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 collegiate 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.
Things to do

Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour

St. Pete Dolphin Watching and Shelling Adventure

HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour

Anna Maria Island - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour

Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour

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

Kompose Boutique Hotel
Very ckean
Reviewed on Oct 21, 2025

Tropical Beach Resorts
This property is wonderful. Stayed here in May 25 and again October 25. We will be back. All staff are wonderful.
Reviewed on Oct 23, 2025

The Don CeSar
Beautiful beach. Sunbeds plentiful. Lovely Brittany looking after everyone. Easy access through pool gate. Smallest hotel room ever. And tiny claustrophobic bathroom. Sparse toiletries.
Reviewed on Oct 19, 2025

Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
We didn't spend much time there except to sleep.
Reviewed on Oct 19, 2025

The Westin Sarasota
The restaurant service is quite slow considering that only two or three tables were occupied each time we visited. On one occasion, I ordered a filet mignon medium-well, but it was served well-done. On a positive note, breakfast was very good, although the avocado had some bad sections that should ...
Reviewed on Oct 21, 2025

Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
All good
Reviewed on Oct 18, 2025
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Other neighborhoods around Village of the Arts

Downtown Bradenton
While there might not be top attractions in Downtown Bradenton, you can explore the larger area and discover places like The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature and LECOM Park.

River District
River District 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.

West Samoset
Travelers 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 might 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
If you're spending some time in South Bradenton, Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf and DeSoto Square are top sights worth seeing.

West Bradenton
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in West Bradenton and surrounding area, you can visit The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature and LECOM Park.