There are many things to do in Sarasota, Bradenton, and Tampa Bay! The attractions shown are not even a fraction of the things that you can see, tour, & explore in the west coast of Florida! 

Local Information
        Situated on the south end of Tampa Bay, our area offers a wide range of things to do, see, experience, and enjoy-from some of the best boating water and beaches in Florida, to the arts, culture, theaters and restaurants. With its diverse economy, excellent educational facilities and affordable, high quality homes, our area will win you over.
St. Petersburg - (30 miles)
Tampa - (50 miles)
Fort Myers/Naples - (90 miles)
Orlando - (115 miles)
Miami - (225 miles)
Things To Do
The beach is not the only attraction in this area, there are many other things to do, see, and learn in this wonderful region of south Florida.
Be entertained by the Manatee Players
Visit world famous Selby Botanical Gardens
See and touch sea creatures at Mote Marine
Take a Fishing or boating excursion
Try Parasailing over the Gulf or Bay
Cheer for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Experience Busch Gardens an hour away
Have a Mickey Mouse day at Disney World
Check out Snooty, The Manatee in Bradenton
Walk through Bradenton's Village of the Arts