3 Days in the Bradenton, Fla., Area
Morning
Take a stroll along the Bradenton Riverwalk – a two-mile stretch overlooking the scenic Manatee River with public art, volleyball courts, fitness areas, and plenty of places to enjoy the Instagrammable views.
Afternoon
Get the creative juices flowing with a group art class at the new Herrig Center for the Arts (formerly ArtCenter Manatee). The space offers more than 350 classes, including pottery, glass fusion, silversmithing, watercolor, and more.
Evening
Start with a dine-around in the Bradenton Area. Try Pier 22 for local seafood and captivating waterfront views – then head to Motorworks Brewing for craft beers, food, and entertainment under a majestic oak tree that’s 150+ years old.
Planner tip: Check out the newly expanded and renovated Bradenton Area Convention Center, a state-of-the-art facility and the perfect canvas for crafting unforgettable meetings, conferences and events.
Morning
Take a stroll along the Bradenton Riverwalk – a two-mile stretch overlooking the scenic Manatee River with public art, volleyball courts, fitness areas, and plenty of places to enjoy the Instagrammable views.
Afternoon
Get the creative juices flowing with a group art class at the new Herrig Center for the Arts (formerly ArtCenter Manatee). The space offers more than 350 classes, including pottery, glass fusion, silversmithing, watercolor, and more.
Evening
Start with a dine-around in the Bradenton Area. Try Pier 22 for local seafood and captivating waterfront views – then head to Motorworks Brewing for craft beers, food, and entertainment under a majestic oak tree that’s 150+ years old.
Planner tip: Check out the newly expanded and renovated Bradenton Area Convention Center, a state-of-the-art facility and the perfect canvas for crafting unforgettable meetings, conferences and events.
Morning
Spend the day on charming Anna Maria Island! Catch the Gulf Islands Ferry from the Bradenton Riverwalk Pier. The ferry runs regularly Thursday–Sunday with additional seasonal hours/days.
Afternoon
Enjoy a day of beach fun without the fuss! Let one of the island's local businesses create the perfect beach setup for your team – from cabanas and coolers to games and other gear.
Evening
Hop on the island’s free trolley to visit Pine Avenue and/or Bridge Street – fun spots for local shopping and dining. Historic Bridge Street is also where you’ll catch the ferry back to downtown Bradenton.
Planner tip: While the Bradenton Area will have you feeling like you’re worlds away, it’s actually quite easy to get here, with nearly 70 nonstop flights to Sarasota Bradenton International Airport.
Morning
Spend the day on charming Anna Maria Island! Catch the Gulf Islands Ferry from the Bradenton Riverwalk Pier. The ferry runs regularly Thursday–Sunday with additional seasonal hours/days.
Afternoon
Enjoy a day of beach fun without the fuss! Let one of the island's local businesses create the perfect beach setup for your team – from cabanas and coolers to games and other gear.
Evening
Hop on the island’s free trolley to visit Pine Avenue and/or Bridge Street – fun spots for local shopping and dining. Historic Bridge Street is also where you’ll catch the ferry back to downtown Bradenton.
Planner tip: While the Bradenton Area will have you feeling like you’re worlds away, it’s actually quite easy to get here, with nearly 70 nonstop flights to Sarasota Bradenton International Airport.
Morning
Try a guided group kayak tour through the tranquil waterways of Robinson Preserve, one of the area’s many nature parks and preserves. Clear kayaks are available and great for spotting wildlife in their natural habitat!
Afternoon
See manatees up close and personal in the Parker Manatee Rehabilitation Habitat at The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature – which is also the area’s largest natural history museum and home to a state-of-the-art planetarium.
Evening
Take the meeting from the boardroom to the ballpark! Minutes from the Convention Center, LECOM Park is the home of MLB’s Pittsburgh Pirates during spring training and MiLB’s Bradenton Marauders for the regular season.
Planner tip: The Bradenton Area Convention Center provides complimentary planning services and can help with custom itineraries – including team building activities and memorable dine-arounds.
Morning
Try a guided group kayak tour through the tranquil waterways of Robinson Preserve, one of the area’s many nature parks and preserves. Clear kayaks are available and great for spotting wildlife in their natural habitat!
Afternoon
See manatees up close and personal in the Parker Manatee Rehabilitation Habitat at The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature – which is also the area’s largest natural history museum and home to a state-of-the-art planetarium.
Evening
Take the meeting from the boardroom to the ballpark! Minutes from the Convention Center, LECOM Park is the home of MLB’s Pittsburgh Pirates during spring training and MiLB’s Bradenton Marauders for the regular season.
Planner tip: The Bradenton Area Convention Center provides complimentary planning services and can help with custom itineraries – including team building activities and memorable dine-arounds.
