Dive into Southwest Florida history, arts, and nature in Bradenton on Florida’s Gulf Coast, about 30 minutes south of St. Petersburg.
Bradenton’s close proximity to Anna Maria Island and Longboat Key make it the perfect place to base a vacation to the Gulf islands while enjoying all the city has to offer. Check out Village of the Arts, a working artist community, and explore Downtown Bradenton with a stroll on the 1.5-mile, ADA-accessible Bradenton Riverwalk, taking in the views of the Manatee River.
Go to Old Main Street and shop at the Bradenton Market, which offers fresh produce, lively music, and free family activities, and the Manatee Village Historical Park, where visitors can see historic buildings from Manatee County’s founding period of 1840 to 1918.
Visitors looking for outdoor adventures can fish from the Riverwalk pier, get on the nature trails at Robinson Preserve, take a kayak tour at De Soto National Memorial Park, and visit the area’s beaches.
Plan your trip at Bradenton Gulf Islands.
BEACHES
The Brandenton area is home to a number of beautiful Gulf beaches.
FAMILY FUN
Families with children will enjoy The Bishop Museum’s manatee habitat and planetarium, and area beaches and parks offer plenty of outdoor fun, including accessible playgrounds.
MUSEUMS, ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Visit art galleries, explore the museums, and watch live orchestra and theater performances.
OUTDOOR ADVENTURES
Fish from the pier, take a ranger-guided kayak tour, hike, and bike the natural areas of Bradenton.
PET-FRIENDLY ADVENTURES
Grab a bite or a drink with your four-legged best friend, hit the trails, and explore pet-friendly parks.
ACCESSIBILITY
The Bradenton area offers a number of accessible experiences and attractions, including accessible playgrounds, parks, and nature preserves.
DINING
Bradenton restaurants offer riverfront dining, open-air seating, and fresh eats.
SHOPPING
Shop for local art and check out boutiques in downtown Bradenton.
SPAS
Relax and rejuvenate at a Bradenton spa.
SPORTS
See where the Pittsburgh Pirates come for spring training and tee up at the area’s best golf courses.
PLACES TO STAY
Whether you want to book a vacation rental, upscale hotel, budget hotel, or campsite, you can find it in Bradenton and the surrounding areas.
