Bay Colony Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Photo by Joy Taylor
Photo by Joy Taylor

Popular places to visit

Bradenton Area Convention Center

Learn about the events happening in Bradenton Area Convention Center during your trip to Palmetto. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Bradenton Area Convention Center

Manatee County Agricultural Museum

You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Manatee County Agricultural Museum in Palmetto. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

Manatee County Agricultural Museum

Terra Ceia Preserve State Park

Explore the great outdoors at Terra Ceia Preserve State Park, a lovely green space in Palmetto. Wander the beaches and riverfront while you're in the area.

Terra Ceia Preserve State Park

Andersen Race Park

Take the family on an outing to Andersen Race Park during your trip to Palmetto. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Andersen Race Park

Moccasin Wallow Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Palmetto at Moccasin Wallow Golf Club. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.

Moccasin Wallow Golf Club

Emerson Point Preserve

You can take time to visit Emerson Point Preserve during your travels to Palmetto. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

Emerson Point Preserve

Activities

Ghost Tour in Palmetto, Florida

Palmetto Ghost Tour: Haunted History and Paranormal

AU$50
Per adult
Palmetto Ghost Tour: Haunted History and Paranormal
Our Cruise gives you the best seat there is to the Skyway Bridge Light Show! Different display every night of the week!

Island Sunset and Skyway Light Show - 3hr Boat Cruise in St. Pete

AU$109
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Island Sunset and Skyway Light Show - 3hr Boat Cruise in St. Pete
Anna Maria Island and Bradenton Beach: Parasailing Tour

Anna Maria Island and Bradenton Beach: Parasailing Tour

AU$138
Per adult
Anna Maria Island and Bradenton Beach: Parasailing Tour
75 Minute Parasailing Adventure above Florida's Gulf Keys

90-Minute Parasailing Adventure Above Anna Maria Island, FL

AU$122
Per adult
84% of travellers recommend
90-Minute Parasailing Adventure Above Anna Maria Island, FL
Manatee And Dolphin Tour

Manatee And Dolphin Tour

AU$105
Per adult
Manatee And Dolphin Tour
Shared 2 Hours Dolphin Watch Cruise with Snorkeling to Shell Key

Small Group 2 Hour Dolphin Cruise with Snorkeling to Shell Key

AU$105
Per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Small Group 2 Hour Dolphin Cruise with Snorkeling to Shell Key
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Our pick of the best Bay Colony Hotel Deals

Hyatt Regency Sarasota
Hyatt Regency Sarasota
4 out of 5
1000 Blvd Of The Arts, Sarasota, FL
Fully refundable
The price is AU$279 per night from 30 Nov to 1 Dec
AU$279
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free WiFi, a marina, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
"Good stay"

Reviewed on 16 Nov. 2024

Hyatt Regency Sarasota
RumFish Beach at TradeWinds
RumFish Beach at TradeWinds
4 out of 5
6000 Gulf Blvd, St. Pete Beach, FL
The price is AU$331 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
AU$331
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Book a stay at this beach resort in St. Pete Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,138 reviews)
RumFish for the Win
"Despite the recent hurricanes, the property was in good shape and the team working there was amazing in every interaction - from Mike at the front desk who went above and beyond, to the bartenders, servers, beach cabana setup team, to the cafe server, to housekeeping, everyone was friendly and made ..."

Reviewed on 12 Nov. 2024

RumFish Beach at TradeWinds
Luxury home with Pool, Putting Green, Beach Bikes!
Luxury home with Pool, Putting Green, Beach Bikes!
Bradenton Beach
Stay at this vacation home in Bradenton Beach. Enjoy private pools, a water park, and patios. Popular attractions Cortez Beach and Bradenton Beach are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (28 reviews)
Best beach house ever!!
"Absolutely stunning house! Decor is beautiful, beds are comfortable, porch is amazing, location is great and pool/spa is perfect!! Best house we have ever stayed in! Would recommend to all my family and friends."

Reviewed on 19 Sep. 2024

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Luxury home with Pool, Putting Green, Beach Bikes!
Kompose Boutique Hotel
Kompose Boutique Hotel
3 out of 5
965 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL
The price is AU$230 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
AU$230
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,598 reviews)
"Hot tub and heated pool really nice"

Reviewed on 12 Nov. 2024

Kompose Boutique Hotel
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
3 out of 5
4675 N Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL
The price is AU$174 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
AU$174
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,576 reviews)
"Great stay! Thank you!"

Reviewed on 15 Nov. 2024

Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
Sirata Beach Resort
Sirata Beach Resort
3 out of 5
5300 Gulf Blvd, St. Pete Beach, FL
The price is AU$299 per night from 17 Dec to 18 Dec
AU$299
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Stay at this 3-star beach resort in St. Pete Beach. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, 3 restaurants, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
7.2/10 Good! (2,338 reviews)
"Staff very friendly."

Reviewed on 15 Nov. 2024

Sirata Beach Resort
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Other neighbourhoods around Bay Colony

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Riviera Dunes

Riviera Dunes might not have many top sights, but The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature and Manatee County Agricultural Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Riviera Dunes
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Waterford

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Waterford and surrounding area, you can visit Ellenton Premium Outlets and Ellenton Ice and Sports Complex.

Waterford
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Imperial Lakewood's

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Imperial Lakewood's and surrounding area, you can visit Ellenton Ice and Sports Complex and Ellenton Premium Outlets.

Imperial Lakewood's
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Regency Oaks

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Regency Oaks and surrounding area, you can visit Ellenton Ice and Sports Complex and Ellenton Premium Outlets.

Regency Oaks

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