Bay Colony Travel Guide

Palmetto

Drone panorama over Redington Beach in St. Petersburg in Florida with pier at sunset
Drone panorama over Redington Beach in St. Petersburg in Florida with pier at sunset
Regatta Pointe Marina on the Manatee River in Palmetto, FL

Popular places to visit

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Bradenton Area Convention Center

Learn about the events happening in Bradenton Area Convention Center during your trip to Palmetto. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Bradenton Area Convention Center
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Emerson Point Preserve

You can take time to visit Emerson Point Preserve during your travels to Palmetto. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

Emerson Point Preserve

Manatee County Agricultural Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Manatee County Agricultural Museum during your travels in Palmetto. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

Manatee County Agricultural Museum

Terra Ceia Preserve State Park

You can take time to visit Terra Ceia Preserve State Park during your travels to Palmetto. Wander the beaches or discover the area's sunrises.

Terra Ceia Preserve State Park

Andersen Race Park

Take the family on an outing to Andersen Race Park during your trip to Palmetto. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Andersen Race Park

Moccasin Wallow Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Palmetto at Moccasin Wallow Golf Club. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.

Moccasin Wallow Golf Club

Things to do

Anna Maria Island and Bradenton Beach: Parasailing Tour

Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour

£72
per adult
Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour
Picture 4 for Activity Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour

Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour

£40
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour
Signature Service at the Spa- Refreshment Bar, Access to Serenity Lounge

Signature Service at the Spa- Refreshment Bar, Access to Serenity Lounge

£72
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Signature Service at the Spa- Refreshment Bar, Access to Serenity Lounge
Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour

Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour

£47
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour
Anna Maria Island Dolphin Sightseeing Adventure

Anna Maria Island Dolphin Sightseeing Adventure

£40
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Anna Maria Island Dolphin Sightseeing Adventure
Small Group Kayak Tour of the Shell Key Preserve

Small Group Kayak Tour of the Shell Key Preserve

£58
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Small Group Kayak Tour of the Shell Key Preserve
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Top hotels in Bay Colony

Kompose Boutique Hotel

Kompose Boutique Hotel

3 out of 5
965 University Pkwy Sarasota FL
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (4,979 reviews)
very clean and cute hotel. friendly staff. safe and cosy...

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

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Kompose Boutique Hotel
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota

Golden Host Resort - Sarasota

3 out of 5
4675 N Tamiami Trl Sarasota FL
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,264 reviews)
Everything was great

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

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Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
RumFish Beach at TradeWinds

RumFish Beach at TradeWinds

4 out of 5
6000 Gulf Blvd St. Pete Beach FL
The price is £249 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
£249
17 Feb - 18 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in St. Pete Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,628 reviews)
Amazing!

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

RumFish Beach at TradeWinds
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound

4 out of 5
12324 Manatee Avenue West Bradenton FL
The price is £210 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
£210
18 Feb - 19 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Bradenton. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,959 reviews)
The staff was great. Everyone was friendly and helpful. Amenities were nice and the rooms were clean.

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
Island Grand at TradeWinds

Island Grand at TradeWinds

4 out of 5
5500 Gulf Blvd St. Pete Beach FL
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The price is £228 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
£228
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in St. Pete Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 5 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,009 reviews)
Restaurant & bar staff, service staff & Cabana beach service is outstanding ! Beach access is unmatched ! White flour soft sand ! However the Parking lot access to hotel was obstructed by several large service delivery trucks ! This is unacceptable & a very bad look ! This needs to be resolved! A ...

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

Island Grand at TradeWinds
Bilmar Beach Resort

Bilmar Beach Resort

4 out of 5
10650 Gulf Blvd Treasure Island FL
The price is £237 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
£237
23 Feb - 24 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Treasure Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,015 reviews)
Staff was courteous. The room was clean. Good location on the beach.

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

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Other neighbourhoods around Bay Colony

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Downtown Palmetto

While visiting Downtown Palmetto, you might make a stop by sights like Manatee County Agricultural Museum and Palmetto Historical Park.

Downtown Palmetto
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Palmetto Historic District

While visiting Palmetto Historic District, you might make a stop by sights like Manatee County Agricultural Museum and Palmetto Historical Park.

Palmetto Historic District
Holmes Beach

Riviera Dunes

Riviera Dunes might not have many top sights, but The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature and Manatee County Agricultural Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Riviera Dunes
River front house in a Little Manatee River

Waterford

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Waterford and surrounding area, you can visit Ellenton Premium Outlets and Ellenton Ice and Sports Complex.

Waterford
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Imperial Lakewood's

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Imperial Lakewood's and surrounding area, you can visit Ellenton Premium Outlets and Ellenton Ice and Sports Complex.

Imperial Lakewood's
Giant Live Oak Trees In Evening Sunlight

Regency Oaks

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Regency Oaks and surrounding area, you can visit Ellenton Ice and Sports Complex and Ellenton Premium Outlets.

Regency Oaks

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