River District 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.
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.
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.
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
This museum features informative displays that detail prehistoric sea life, local maritime culture and traditions, and the area’s complex tropical ecosystems.
Things to do
Mangrove Tunnel & Manatee Kayak Eco-Tour
Sarasota Guided Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Tour
Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour
Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour
Top hotels in River District
Kompose Boutique Hotel
"Great"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Island Grand at TradeWinds
"We love how family friendly the property is. We’ve gone five times and i feel like it gets better each time. It is alittle pricey but with the new restaurants we didn’t mind since the food was really good. The arcade is not great but other than that we love it!"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
"Only one ice machine worked I was on the 6th floor had to go to the 2nd floor to get ice there are 2 elevators one was broken so it was a 15 minute wait to get on the elevator the room was nice the pool area was nice the cocktail server at the pool was slow had to wait 25 minutes to get my change ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
RumFish Beach at TradeWinds
"No complaints at all. It was the perfect stay for what I needed. I was so relaxed, and the staff is incredibly amazing. The hotel and surroundings are well-kept and clean. I loved the smell in the lobby area. It was much more than I could have asked for. They gave me a room with a Gulf view and a ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
"Great location friendly staff!"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Sirata Beach Resort St Pete Beach
"Everything was perfect especially the beach crew! They were there with everything you needed. They were pleasant, smiling, and their personality was awesome! A great group of people. Our stay was perfect."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around River District
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
