River District
Bradenton
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Popular places to visit

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.

Palma Sola Botanical Park
Palma Sola Botanical Park 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.
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.
Things to do

Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour

Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour

Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour

Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour

HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour

Anna Maria Island - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
Top hotels in River District

Kompose Boutique Hotel
Reasonably priced hotel by the airport. Room is clean and comfortable. I enjoy the breakfast. Better then other hotels at this price.
Reviewed on 14 Nov, 2025

RumFish Beach at TradeWinds
Stayed here for vacation with family. Direct beach access which is what we wanted. Staff was friendly, especially at the pool bar. Housekeeping cleaned every day.
Reviewed on 11 Nov, 2025

Tropical Beach Resorts
Very friendly staff! Room service daily was amazing! Distance to beach with beach chair and umbrella reasonably priced. Laundry facilities great! Pool amazing! Highly recommend this place.
Reviewed on 13 Nov, 2025

Sirata St. Pete Beach
Room was clean and comfortable. Good food. Nice pools. Easy access to the beach. Friendly staff.
Reviewed on 13 Nov, 2025

Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
Room was Ok. Staff is very kind. Breakfast options are very limited.
Reviewed on 13 Nov, 2025

The Don CeSar
Very friendly staff and stunning property.
Reviewed on 12 Nov, 2025
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.
