Enjoy this river side walking path in the historic district, close to both hotels that runs from the Springhill Suites to Caddy's.

Check out this tiki bar and restaurant at the end of the riverwalk with beautiful views, refreshing drinks and delicious food! Caddy's also has volley ball nets on the sand and live music. This is a great hang-out spot on Saturday before the wedding if you choose to stay in the downtown area.

Get a coffee and pastry at this cute café right in downtown Bradenton.

Excellent breakfast and lunch spot offering vegan and vegetarian options, not to mention, signature sage biscuits.

Enjoy some good food and drink at the end of the river walk.

Greet the warm Florida sunshine with a smoothie or an ice cream on the Bradenton Riverwalk.

This rooftop pizza place and brewery is attached to the Springhill Suites for easy brews and views of Manatee River.

Delicious pub and martini bar in downtown Bradenton if you are looking for some good food and drink!

This cozy Italian restaurant offers delicious food and a lovely ambiance.

Amazing seafood right on the Pier hotel-side. This is a family favorite for some fine Florida dining.

Enjoy some brews and live music at this beer garden in downtown Bradenton, walking distance from both hotels. Motorworks Brewing is Bradenton’s first craft brewery but was originally built in 1923 as an automobile dealership. The brewery is adjacent to the Village of the Arts and is in the heart of Bradenton’s expanding downtown entertainment corridor.

See some unique artwork from the community of makers and artists in downtown Bradenton.

If you want to hit the beach, it's 20 minutes from the hotel. We recommend going early in the morning to park, enjoying the water and exploring Bridge Street.

Michael's favorite place to enjoy a drink and a view in Bradenton! This place has every daiquiri that you could ever imagine. This is right across the street from Bradenton Beach and is about a 20 minute drive from the hotel.

This little gem is right on the Bridge Street pier and has some great drinks and fish if you want something casual with a view.

Enjoy breakfast, lunch or cocktails on the sand! This is where Lauren and Michael enjoyed their first breakfast of 2023.

If you're looking for an adventure in nature, you can drive or Uber 20 minutes to Robinson's Preserve to kayak, paddle board, bike or run among a beautiful preserve landscape. Lauren and Michael kayaked through the preserve in December of 2022.

Lauren grew up visiting the Red Barn with her grandparents and family. If you love the thrill of the treasure hunt, the Red Barn is a great place to explore.

If you're looking for an indoor activity that's close to the hotel, stop by the museum of science and nature right in the heart of the historic district.

Check out the gorgeous Ringling Museum of Art in Sarasota, close to the Sarasota Airport.