South Bradenton
Bradenton
Visit South Bradenton
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.
Manatee Village Historical Park
You can browse the exhibits at Manatee Village Historical Park, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Bradenton. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf
You can take time to visit Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf during your travels to Bradenton. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
Things to do
Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour
Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour
Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour
Sarasota Guided Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Tour
Amish Experience Trolley Tour: Bridges to Understanding
Top hotels in South Bradenton
Charming Mobile Home - Minutes to the white sandy beaches of Anna Maria Island!
Kompose Boutique Hotel
The rooms were clean, the staff was friendly, i liked it so much i booked a few more nights
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Tropical Beach Resorts
The staff were very friendly! The room was clean and very comfortable. We enjoyed the heated pool. Can't beat sunset at the beach. This location is walkable to several restaurants. And it's just a short drive to the Village. Highly recommend!
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
Clean
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Carlisle Inn
Very clean room, staff was amazingly friendly and helpful! Beautiful facility
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
The Don CeSar
Not too crazy about the room , but everything Else was really good
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around South Bradenton
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.
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.
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.
Bayshore Gardens
Visitors to Bayshore Gardens appreciate its beaches. A visit to IMG Bollettieri Tennis Academy and Powel Crosley Estate might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.
