Best 466 things to do in Bradenton, FL

Set up a 3-hour sunset beach picnic for two

Fish Gulf waters with a licensed captain, mate, and fully equipped boat

Cruise Sarasota Bay and relax at anchor aboard a crewed 112-foot Westport

Golden-hour cruising with room to relax across three decks

Sip mimosas while cruising Sarasota Bay and watching for dolphins

Sip mimosas on Sarasota Bay while looking for dolphins

Visit the gift shop and model railroad display in Parrish

Join a marshal-protected train ride with a robbery twist

See Sarasota’s Art Deco, Mediterranean Revival, and Mid-Century Modern architecture by van

Tour Sarasota’s Pinecraft community to learn Amish and Mennonite culture

Ride an air-conditioned trolley at night for musical ghost stories and Sarasota history in October.

Ride a Sarasota metaphysical trolley tour with sound healing and mini tarot readings

Sip signature cocktails and learn the stories behind Sarasota’s spirits

Explore Sarasota's paranormal tales and historic murders after dark

Rent a pedal kayak and explore Sarasota Bay with all gear and safety equipment included.

Rent a kayak or paddleboard and explore Turtle Beach waterways with a provided map

Paddle a clear kayak through Shell Key Preserve

Paddle to Shell Key Preserve for a 4-hour sandbar kayak tour

Paddle Shell Key Preserve at sunset with a guided kayak tour

Choose a 3–8 hour private boat charter with a captain in Sarasota

Customize a 4–8 hour private Sarasota cruise with a captain

Cruise Sarasota’s waterways between waterfront restaurants and tiki bars

Relax on Sarasota Bay as sunset colors fill the water

Customize your day exploring sandbars, islands, and marine life on a private catamaran.