Title: River District Travel Guide: Best of River District, Bradenton Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in River District](https://expedia.co.uk/River-District-Bradenton-Hotels.0-n553248635976481656-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Bradenton](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Bradenton.d6020.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Bradenton](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Bradenton.d6020.Travel-Guide-Activities)[River District Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-River-District.d553248635976481656.Car-Hire-Guide)[River District Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/River-District.d553248635976481656.Holidays-City-Breaks) # River District Travel Guide ## Bradenton ![Bradenton, Florida, USA Downtown on the Manatee River](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976481656/0e49269c-36af-44c5-8b2b-4b235b404ea3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Bradenton, Florida, USA Downtown on the Manatee River](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976481656/0e49269c-36af-44c5-8b2b-4b235b404ea3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit River District Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Bradenton travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Bradenton.dx6020) --- ### Popular places to visit ![EyeEm Custom Shoots Q4 2018](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6296268/abd205ce-5742-4716-a0d6-bb7b3edae5f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/IMG-Academy-Bradenton.d6296268.Attraction) ![Sarasota_McKechnieField_6089889-2](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6089889/b990e978-4d27-4377-8e55-6735f4896dda.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/LECOM-Park-Bradenton.d6089889.Attraction) ![Sarasota_PremierSportsCampusatLakewoodRanch_553248621552334813-3](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621552334813/13331f11-daaf-4b93-9ecc-89eb5ce24520.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Premier-Sports-Campus-At-Lakewood-Ranch-Bradenton.d553248621552334813.Attraction) ![BRADENTON RIVERWALK](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532652684/f744d1e6-6195-45b1-a503-013ff56c7187.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Riverwalk-Bradenton.d553248621532652684.Attraction) ![upscale shopping in Lakewood Ranch Main Street area, life work and play in a master planned community](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621552334814/c26573a3-cb42-463d-a297-1cf935c345e4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Main-Street-At-Lakewood-Ranch-Bradenton.d553248621552334814.Attraction) ![South Florida Museum featuring interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6089885/35f2f3b6-006a-4338-a19d-9ceaa9c8958f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature This museum features informative displays that detail prehistoric sea life, local maritime culture and traditions, and the area’s complex tropical ecosystems. [](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Bishop-Museum-Of-Science-And-Nature-Bradenton.d6089885.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45717106/f435da41-0a9c-44f3-918f-9f8d619256f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour £47 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sarasota-clear-kayak-led-night-glass-bottom-tour.a45717106.activity-details) ![Anna Maria Island and Bradenton Beach: Parasailing Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48232968/8cab5e42-6a9e-455e-b915-5a5b1953dd72.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour £72 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/anna-maria-island-bradenton-beach-parasailing-tour.a48232968.activity-details) ![Picture 4 for Activity Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47882758/2ec2e6d6-5025-4030-af1a-c50911af2840.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour £40 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/bradenton-anna-maria-island-guided-kayaking-manatee-tour.a47882758.activity-details) ![Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46991341/57500583-d43c-41b1-9021-0f51e8d1d09b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour £47 per adult **84%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/siesta-key.a46991341.activity-details) ![HydroCats](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48663184/9309866a-4965-46de-b278-0088f58688b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour £106 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hydrocats-2-hour-craigcat-sightseeing-tour.a48663184.activity-details) ![Murder Mystery Trolley: Who Killed The Circus Queen?](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5221346/57d94c7d-6933-4f06-b50e-60754c3fab72.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Murder Mystery Trolley: Who Killed The Circus Queen? £60 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/murder-mystery-trolley-who-killed-the-circus-queen.a5221346.activity-details) [See all activities in Bradenton](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Bradenton.d6020.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in River District ![Kompose Boutique Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38220000/38215400/38215316/e948f2e5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kompose Boutique Hotel 965 University Pkwy Sarasota FL £149 17 Feb - 18 Feb includes taxes & fees 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 ... 9/10 Wonderful! (4,981 reviews) Staff was great…room was spotless. Breakfast was great. Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=17%2F02%2F2026&endDate=18%2F02%2F2026&selected=38215316&PinnedHotelID=38215316&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976481656) ![Golden Host Resort - Sarasota](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21400/21331/125fc79b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Golden Host Resort - Sarasota 4675 N Tamiami Trl Sarasota FL £90 17 Feb - 18 Feb includes taxes & fees 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! (2,271 reviews) Super good people, fun stay. Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=17%2F02%2F2026&endDate=18%2F02%2F2026&selected=21331&PinnedHotelID=21331&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976481656) ![RumFish Beach at TradeWinds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8600/8544/37eb40ec_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### RumFish Beach at TradeWinds 6000 Gulf Blvd St. Pete Beach FL £249 16 Feb - 17 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! (1,623 reviews) Room spotless staff was great Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F02%2F2026&endDate=17%2F02%2F2026&selected=8544&PinnedHotelID=8544&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976481656) ![Tropical Beach Resorts](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1250000/1241000/1240909/606a9b3c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Tropical Beach Resorts 6717 Sara Sea Circle Siesta Key FL £263 18 Feb - 19 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach aparthotel in Siesta Key. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (5,289 reviews) Location. Friendly helpful staff Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F02%2F2026&endDate=19%2F02%2F2026&selected=1240909&PinnedHotelID=1240909&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976481656) ![Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41970000/41961400/41961327/8b0dc5d5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound 12324 Manatee Avenue West Bradenton FL £214 16 Feb - 17 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! (1,945 reviews) Shower water never hot enough Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F02%2F2026&endDate=17%2F02%2F2026&selected=41961327&PinnedHotelID=41961327&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976481656) ![Island Grand at TradeWinds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/2000/1914/6ca26be4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Island Grand at TradeWinds 5500 Gulf Blvd St. Pete Beach FL £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! (1,005 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 ... 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Bradenton-Downtown-Bradenton.dx939284608502312960) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sarasota-Village-Of-The-Arts.dx553248635976480829) ![Path to a Gulf of Mexico beach in Bradenton Beach on the west coast of Florida](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975865851/167c5e0a-3b17-437b-a395-1f0403ad8b25.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/West-Bradenton.dx553248635975865851) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sarasota-Pine-Lakes.dx553248635976473272) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sarasota-Harbor-Hills.dx553248635976469598) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Shore Acre Heights Shore Acre Heights might not have many top sights, but The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature and LECOM Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sarasota-Shore-Acre-Heights.dx553248635976481764) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # River District Travel Guide ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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