Best 287 things to do in West Bradenton, FL

Cruise Anna Maria Island by captained tritoon with room for up to 6

Cruise to a local sandbar and swim or snorkel

Cruise the Gulf and back bay to look for dolphins and seasonal manatees

Cruise into the evening and watch the sunset from the water

Customize a 3-hour beach picnic with setup and cleanup included

Reserve a beach suite setup for six, ready from 10am–4pm

Set up a 3-hour sunset beach picnic for two

Feed fish from a clear-bottom kayak with underwater LED lights in Sarasota

Paddle between Anna Maria Island and Longboat Key with a guided wildlife-focused route

Paddle Longboat Pass for 4 hours with a map and basic lesson

Paddle Lido Key’s mangrove tunnels with a local naturalist guide

Explore Lido Key’s mangrove tunnels with included gear, map, and a brief lesson

Paddle the waters between Anna Maria Island and Longboat Key with your own private guide

Cruise 70 miles to Dry Tortugas to explore Fort Jefferson and snorkel clear waters

Fly a private helicopter tour from Sarasota for up to 3 passengers

Rent a street-legal 6-passenger golf cart with delivery included

Paddle a tandem kayak from the canals to Tampa Bay

Rent cornhole for easy, all-ages beach-day fun

Play Slammo at the beach with a 1–7 day rental

Rent a street-legal 8-passenger golf cart with delivery included

Rent a beach cruiser with delivery, helmet, and lock included

Paddle Lido Key, then taste your way through downtown Sarasota

Shop boutiques and enjoy bubbles and light bites in Sarasota’s historic districts

Eat your way through Downtown Sarasota with local history and art