South Bradenton Travel Guide
Bradenton


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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 riverfront or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Top hotels in South Bradenton

Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
We loved the retro styling — it gave the hotel a fun, unique character. The budget-friendly price made it an even better value, especially considering the great location close to town. Everything was convenient, comfortable, and easy, making this a really enjoyable place to stay. We’d definitely ...
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

Kompose Boutique Hotel
The staff here is excellent and extremely attentive.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

Tropical Beach Resorts
Grounds and beach access were top notch. Room was fine but a bit tight on space. It was clean and had kitchen utensils and necessities. I would come again and also recommend.
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

Lido Beach Resort
Location was great, staff so positive
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
Top notch
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

Pelican Post at Anna Maria Island Inn
Parking was extremely easy with our own spot, pool was clean, nice pool area. Staff was nice when checking in. Our place was nice, large and exactly what I expected from photos on website. We could walk anywhere we needed to go.
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
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 John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.
