West Bradenton Travel Guide
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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.
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.
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
This museum features informative displays that detail prehistoric sea life, local maritime culture and traditions, and the area’s complex tropical ecosystems.
Top hotels in West Bradenton
Kompose Boutique Hotel
"Best hotel shower ever! Water pressure was amazing! Rain style shower head. Full size pillows were great."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
RumFish Beach at TradeWinds
"The place is definitely in need of a remodel. The cleanliness was not what I expected and not what the pictures portrayed. One elevator working, with no AC in it. Our beds were close to the door and could hear everything and everyone at night. We made the most of our trip, the only plus was the kid ..."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
"We stopped by the front desk to let them know that our air conditioner was not working. By the time we got back from dinner, maintenance had already replaced the unit."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Island Grand at TradeWinds
"We were traveling with a baby it was hard when our room was not ready at check in no areas for nursing in the lobby and didn’t offer late check out. Made for our short time there a bit hectic."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
"It truly was a pleasure staying at the Golden Host Resort, it was really close to the beaches and downtown. The room was very nice and clean, I’ll definitely be back!"
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Sirata Beach Resort St Pete Beach
"This was a very nice surprise. This hotel is excellent. Room are very spacious and clean… what we loved!!! The staff very friendly and helpful. In the front desk Jose was super nice. We definitely will reschedule more days."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Where to stay in West Bradenton
Bayshore Gardens
Visitors to Bayshore Gardens appreciate its beaches. A visit to IMG Bollettieri Tennis Academy and Powel Crosley Estate might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.
Palma Sola
Travellers like the gardens in Palma Sola, and Palma Sola Bay is a top attraction you might want to visit.
South Bradenton
While visiting South Bradenton, you might make a stop by sights like Astro Skate and Fun Center and Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf.
Coral Shores
Though Coral Shores may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Jewfish Key and Palma Sola Bay.
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.
