

Bradenton is just north of Sarasota on Florida’s SunCoast, on the south side of Tampa Bay.Bradenton is a
great place to vacation and explore historical attractions, go fishing, golfing and shopping nearby. The city of
Bradenton lies on the southern shore of the Manatee River and it’s downtown area offers attractive riverfront
scenery.
The Bradenton area offers a nice selection of waterside activities including boating, sailing, parasailing,
canoeing, and kayaking. Many tourists travel to the beaches of Anna Maria Island or go just a half hour south
to Siesta Key, often named the most beautiful beach in America. However swimming, sailing and
waterskiing can be enjoyed at the Palma Sola Causeway just a few miles away.
Bradenton offers some of the nation's finest golf courses.. For baseball fans, the spring season is the
perfect time to visit and enjoy the Pittsburgh Pirates Spring training at McKechnie Field.
The Bradenton area has a very rich history. South Florida Museum is the largest natural and cultural history
museum on Florida's Gulf Coast, and "Las Floridas Villas" are less than a mile away from Bradenton's
Historical Fishing Village. Emerson Point, the Gamble Plantation or the Manatee Historical Village also offer
a great educational experience
Children will enjoy a visit with Snooty the Manatee at Parker Manatee Aquarium or a day of fun and new
experiences at Gulfcoast Wonder & Imagination Zone (GWIZ).
Sarasota, known for its fine art, including the Ringling Museum of Art, is just 15 minutes away and is great for
art and film enthusiasts. Orlando, home of Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, Sea World, and many
other amusement parks is just a two hour drive up I-4.
Round out your vacation with a day trip to the Tampa Bay area to the north or the Fort Myers area to the south.
"Las Floridas Villas" will offer the perfect vacation experience for your family!