South Bradenton Travel Guide
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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.
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.
The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature
You can spend time studying the exhibits at The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature during your trip to Bradenton. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Top hotels in South Bradenton
Cedar Run Resort - Roam Hospitality
"We loved our condo and it had everything we needed for our family of four. There were no other guests around us so we really had free roam of the amazing pool with a slide, pool toys, lounge chairs, and cornhole. The communication was not successful with the Expedia “message host” option, but the ..."
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Kompose Boutique Hotel
"Best hotel shower ever! Water pressure was amazing! Rain style shower head. Full size pillows were great."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
"Very clean rooms and beautiful views. Amazing costumer service."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
"The staff was absolutely fantastic and kind! The room however, was a disappointment. The walls were dirty, the door was starting to come apart, there was food particles on the chair and something that looked sticky on the floor next to it. The bed spread also had light brown stains on it."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
The Don CeSar
"Beautiful historic building. Wonderful private beach. Rooms aren’t anything over the top and could use some small detail attention Multiple accessible restaurants. High end and affordable option with a convenient store in hotel. Overall great place to stay. Little pricey for what you get but if you ..."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
SkyBeach Resort
"What a disappointment. Took husband for a birthday celebration weekend. The check in was stress full since EXPEDIA and hotel had a written policy stating an email would be sent for an online registration which was "REQUIRED". I tried calling the property directly 6 times over several days ahead of ..."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Where to stay in South Bradenton
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.
Palma Sola
Travellers like the gardens in Palma Sola, and Palma Sola Bay is a top attraction you might want to visit.
West Bradenton
While there might not be top attractions in West Bradenton, you can explore the larger area and discover places like LECOM Park and Emerson Point Preserve.
Coral Shores
Though Coral Shores may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Jewfish Key and Palma Sola Bay.
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.
