Village of the Arts 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 Village of the Arts

Kompose Boutique Hotel
room was clean, staff was exceptional. when we got off the elevator to our floor there was a bad smell that was there our entire stay. cleaner mixed with a funk. the pool area and hay tub leaves a lot to be desired but for a night or two it's a great choice.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Tropical Beach Resorts
Beautiful facility. Very relaxing. Staff is awesome. Beach is amazing!
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
The rooms were super clean, the staff texted and checked in on us daily seeing if we needed anything. They have two restaurants on site and a great big pool.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Carlisle Inn
Everything was incredible!
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

The Don CeSar
Great location. Wonderful attentive staff took care of everything all weekend.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Lido Beach Resort
Not enough space here to write about all the great aspects of this wonderful place. Staff...A+ Management...A+ Coffee bar A++ Front Desk A++ Cleanliness A Restaurant A++ Food A++ Prices A++ Waitstaff A++ Pools and pool staff GREAT Beach... beautiful We are so glad to have found Lido Beach Resort ...
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Village of the Arts

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.

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.

South Bradenton
While visiting South Bradenton, you might make a stop by sights like Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf and DeSoto Square.

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