Downtown Bradenton, FL
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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 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.
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 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.
Things to do
Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour
Robinson Preserve Mangrove Tour
Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour
Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour
Anna Maria Island Dolphin Sightseeing Adventure
Anna Maria Island and Bradenton: Sunset Kayak Dolphin Tour
Downtown Bradenton Hotel Deals
Hampton Inn & Suites Bradenton Downtown Historic District
We very much enjoyed our stay. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The hotel was clean. The breakfast was good. We will stay there again.
Reviewed on Apr 9, 2026
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Bradenton Downtown/Riverfront
Love the location and the room. We weren’t told that we had a handicapped room, and would have preferred a higher floor for the water view we paid extra for.
Reviewed on Apr 8, 2026
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
enjoyed our stay
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2026
Kompose Boutique Hotel
Only stay for 1 night. The things we didn’t like were that there were no outlets on one side of the bed.The toilet and shower compartments were not private at all
Reviewed on Apr 9, 2026
SkyBeach Resort
Resort was very nice and relaxing. Staff was always very helpful. Rooms are nice. I would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2026
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
No issues at all, the room was clean and the air conditioning was great. Staff was amazing!
Reviewed on Apr 9, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Downtown Bradenton
Village of the Arts
Though Village of the Arts 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.
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.
