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Desoto Kayak Tours

Attractions   Fun and Leisure  

Desoto Kayak Tours offers a real Florida kayak tour experience that is fun for all ages and no experience is required. Tours are led by professional local guides native to Anna Maria Island. We are a small family owned kayak tour company with an emphasis on kayaking in small groups.

Phone: 941-720-9428

Address:

6400 17th St W., Palmetto, FL 34221

Website: Desoto Kayak Tours

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The Makers Market and Workshops LLC

Attractions   Fun and Leisure  

Wood, paint, power tools and wine! We are a 24-seat creative DIY studio and gift shop. We host a variety of scheduled DIY classes including wood signs, pillows, totes, and canvas wall hangings. We also have a small retail gift shop with home decor.

Phone: 941-216-3384

Address:

6650 Cortez Rd W, Bradenton 34209

Website: makersmarketdiy.com

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Mixon Fruit Farms

Attractions   Fun and Leisure  

“Florida’s Sweetest Attraction” See how Florida’s finest citrus is grown and harvested, watch Mixon’s packinghouse in operation from the visitor’s observation area. Bring your camera and enjoy Southern hospitality at its finest.

Phone: 941-748-5829

Address:

2525 27th St. E., Bradenton, FL 34208

Website: Mixon.com

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Pittsburgh Pirates & Bradenton Marauders

Attractions   Fun and Leisure  

Stop in for a ball game at the historic McKechnie Field! Catch a Pittsburgh Pirates Spring Training game in February or March and continue the fun all summer long with the Bradenton Marauders (high-A affiliate of the Pirates).

Phone: 941-747-3031

Address:

1701 27th Street East, Bradenton, FL 34208

Website: BradentonMarauders.com

TreeUmph! Adventure Course

Attractions   Fun and Leisure  

Play in the trees at SW FL’s only elevated adventure course. Enjoy an adrenaline-pumping activity that has something fun for everyone. Play on wobbly bridges, hanging nets, bungee swings, swinging logs, foot bridges, Tarzan ropes,ZIP lines and more.

Phone: 941-322-2130

Address:

21805 SR 70 E, Bradenton 34211

Website: treeumph.com

Palma Sola Botanical Park Foundation, Inc

Attractions   Fun and Leisure  

Stroll our lush tranquil gardens, enjoy the abundant wildlife in and around three lakes. Visit the screened pavilion or relax on our swing, or in either of the gazebos. Educational programs, public and private events, weddings, yoga classes and more!

Phone: 941-761-2866

Address:

9800 17th Ave NW, Bradenton 34209

Website: PalmaSolaBP.org

Bishop Museum of Science and Nature

Attractions   Fun and Leisure  

Largest Natural & Cultural History Museum on Florida’s Gulf Coast. Includes the all digital Planetarium & the Parker Manatee Rehabilitation Habitat

Phone: 941-746-4131

Address:

201 10th Street West, Bradenton, FL 34205

Website: BishopScience.org

Southeastern Guide Dogs

Attractions   Fun and Leisure  

We create elite working dogs and provide life-changing services for people with vision loss, veterans with disabilities, and children with significant challenges. Changing lives, one dog at a time.

Phone: 941-803-7549

Address:

4210 77th St East, Palmetto 34221

Website: guidedogs.org

Beach Market at Coquina Beach

Attractions   Fun and Leisure  

Stroll alongside the beautiful white sands of Anna Maria Island’s southern-most beach, Coquina Beach, while shopping at unique local artists and one-of-a-kind vendors. Hours are10am-4pm. Days vary depending on the month. Plenty of free parking or ride the free trolley!

Phone: 941-518-4431

Address:

2650 Gulf Drive South, Bradenton Beach, FL 34217

Website: Shop the Beach Market at Coquina Beach

Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Attractions   Fun and Leisure  

Stingray petting tank, Shark tank,interactive shark movie, manatees 18″ Giant Squid lots of fun

Phone: 941-388-4441

Address:

1600 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota 34236

Website: Mote.org

Red Barn Flea Market & Plaza

Attractions   Fun and Leisure  

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Phone: 941-747-3794

Address:

1707 First Street East, Bradenton 34208

Website: RedBarnFleaMarket.com