Village of the Arts Travel Guide
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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
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.

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.
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.
Top hotels in Village of the Arts

Kompose Boutique Hotel
Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

Tropical Beach Resorts
Reviewed on 9 Aug 2025

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

The Westin Sarasota
Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL
Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025

Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Village of the Arts

Downtown Bradenton
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Downtown Bradenton and surrounding area, you can visit The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature and LECOM Park.

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.

Harbor Hills
While Harbor Hills isn't home to many top sights, The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature and LECOM Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
- Siesta Key Beach
- Lido Beach
- IMG Academy
- Mall at University Town Center
- St. Armands Circle
- Fort De Soto Park
- Coquina Beach
- Anna Maria Beach
- Bean Point Beach
- Crescent Beach
- Eckerd College
- John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
- Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium
- Bradenton Beach
- Sarasota Memorial Hospital
- Main Street at Lakewood Ranch
- Marina Jack
- Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch
- Nathan Benderson Park
- Ringling College of Art and Design
- Riverwalk
- LECOM Park
- Sarasota Classic Car Museum