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1. Emerson Point Preserve
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2. Florida Maritime Museum
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3. Village of the Arts
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4. De Soto National Memorial
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5. The Judah P. Benjamin Confederate Memorial
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6. Lake Manatee State Park
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7. LECOM Park
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8. Manatee County Agricultural Museum
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9. Manatee Village Historical Park
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10. Palma Sola Botanical Park
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11. Passage Key National Wildlife Refuge
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12. Riverwalk, Bradenton
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13. Robinson Preserve
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14. The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature
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15. Sarasota Bay RV Park
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16. TreeUmph Adventure Course
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17. Florida Railroad Museum
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18. Back Alley
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19. Bradenton Farmer's Market
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20. Neal Preserve
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21. Hunsader Farms
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22. Perico Preserve
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23. Timberlane RV Park & Resort
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24. Art Center Manatee
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:
Overlooking the Manatee River, south of Tampa, Bradenton is a sunny, friendly city that offers a plethora of attractions, activities, and outdoor recreation. Boasting a vibrant, Old Florida history with beautiful architecture, green parks, and nature reserves, Bradenton has a warm and welcoming ambiance that attracts tourists to enjoy its many sights and sounds. Explore the vibrant artists community of the Village of the Arts, which features an eclectic collection of colorfully restored 1920s and ‘30s cottages, and the bustling downtown area; stroll along the Riverwalk and soak up the scenic views; discover the history of Bradenton and Manatee County with a visit to the South Florida Museum; or head into nature at the Robinson Preserve, the Cortez fishing village, or the DeSoto National Memorial Park.
Bradenton is a 45-minute day trip from Tampa.
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