Bradenton Information
About Bradenton
Bradenton, Florida is a beautiful city with luxurious surroundings. With upscale amenities, wildlife and miles of white sand beaches nearby, it is the perfect place for visitors to relax. Water sport and golf lovers will find plenty of things to do here, as well as families and anyone who wants to have a relaxing beach vacation.
Things to do in Bradenton
Bradenton is a great place to explore wildlife. One of the greatest places to visit is Joan M. Durante Community Park in the nearby city of Longboat Key. The park is well-maintained and visitors can use the walking trails and see the botanical garden. It also has a playground, which is the perfect escape from the beach. Beach junkies will enjoy Coquina Beach, one of the best beaches of Florida’s west coast. The beach is characterized by its white and soft sand and warm, clear water.
Bradenton isn't only known for its outdoor activities: visitors that are interested in learning about history and the arts can visit the fun and interactive ArtCenter Manatee as well as the South Florida Museum, which houses exhibitions, events, and programs from world-famous artists. The Village of the Arts is also a common gathering place as a community of artists.
When looking to do some shopping, head to the Ellenton Premium Outlets to get the best bargains on the most fashionable styles. If you happen to be in Longboat Key for a beach day, St. Armand’s Circle is the perfect place for visitors. There is also The Chart House, a beautiful shopping center with an incredible view over the Sarasota Bay.
No trip is complete without a good meal, and Bradenton doesn’t disappoint. A popular casual indoor dining establishment is Pier 22 which is a great place to taste local seafood with a beautiful view of the water.
Day Trips From Bradenton
There are many popular destinations outside of Bradenton. One popular destination is Gainesville, which is located approximately 170 miles away. Gainesville gives visitors a great perspective on the old Florida before 1900. Located about an hour away is the great city of Tampa, which has an array of things to do including Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, the Florida Aquarium, Lowry Park Zoo, the Museum of Science and Industry, Adventure Island, and Glazer Children’s Museum. Located about an hour and a half away is Boca Grande, which has attractions like Gasparilla Island Lighthouse Museum, Boca Grande Beach, Cayo Costa State Park, and Porta Boca Grande Lighthouse Museum.
Bradenton Accommodations
Bradenton has a wide a variety of high end hotels and resorts as well as vacation rentals that set you up well for access to the beach. Stay near Riverwalk Park and the Manatee River for the best access to restaurants and shopping, or closer to Bradenton Beach if you’d like your trip to be that much closer.
Transportation In Bradenton
Manatee County Area Transit (MCAT) is Bradenton’s bus service which provides service to Holmes Beach, Bradenton Beach and Longboat Key. Use this easy service if you’d like to take a break from driving. Consider a fun day adventure by riding a bike along the beach - there are plenty of rental services to choose from. If you plan to explore other nearby cities in Florida, your best option is to rent a car.
Vacation Rentals in Bradenton
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These vacation rentals offer a range of amenities, so you’ll feel right at home. For those looking to stay in a corporate rental, 2093 of Bradenton’s rentals offer high speed WiFi Internet so you can easily keep in touch with your company or team. Go for a swim at one of the 1502 properties complete with pool or jacuzzi, or relax with a night of cable TV in any of our 1963 vacation home rentals.Traveling with your dog or cat? Choose from 475 pet-friendly rentals in Bradenton that allow you to bring your extended family along.Tripping.com’s home rentals offer far more room and comfort than a hotel, providing a safe and spacious place for you and your pets. Many properties allow you to book directly online, so once you find that perfect vacation rental, you’ll be all set to go!Search properties from 14 vacation rental sites in Bradenton where the top providers in that area are HomeAway, TripAdvisor, and Expedia. There are 1304 HomeAway rentals, 432 TripAdvisor short term rentals and 270 Expedia vacation rentals.