Why Choose Our Destination?
Bradenton Area is just 40 miles south of Tampa and 10 miles north of Sarasota, easily accessible from I-75 or Highway 41 from the north or south. Florida’s Gulf Islands offer 6,000 rooms ranging from small to mid-sized accommodation options including full-service hotels, boutique inns, beachside cottages, and vacation homes.
Nearly 165,000 square feet of meeting space and 6,000 guest rooms are available, including two the Bradenton Area Convention Center 45,000 sq ft, a 10,000 sq ft auditorium, banquet facilities, and meeting resorts, and a 21 room Mediterranean Mansion.
Meetings are simple on our coast. We customize an unforgettable meeting event, cater to groups of all sizes, and offer easy access to our island destination.
Venue Details
Hotels77
Convention center95,000 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms2,900
Guest rooms at 1 hotel175
Special event venues-
Average room rate$160.00
Occupancy rate35%
Restaurants160
Daily food cost$75.00
Tax rate6%
Venue typeCVB
Discover PalmettoGetting Here
Distance from airport
12 mi from Sarasota Bradenton Intl Airport
Distance from Sarasota Bradenton Intl Airport airport 12 mi
40 mi from Tampa Intl Airport
Distance from Tampa Intl Airport airport 40 mi
Location
Local Attractions
The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature
Museum
1 blk
The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature is the largest natural history museum on Florida's Gulf Coast, featuring The Planetarium, the Parker Manatee Rehabilitation Habitat, the Mosaic Backyard Universe and a constantly changing lineup of temporary exhibitions — offering something new to discover with each visit!
201 - 10th St. W.,
Bradenton, FL, US
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Ellenton Premium Outlets
Shopping
4 mi
Luxury outlet shopping with everyday savings of 25% - 6% off retail prices.
5461 Factory Shops Blvd.
Ellenton, FL, US
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Manatee Village Historical Park
Park
1 mi
A collection of restored historic buildings from Manatee County's pioneer past.
1404 Manatee Ave E.,
Bradenton, FL, US
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Gamble Plantation Historic State Park
Historical landmark
2 mi
This is the of a mid-1800's sugar plantation built on the Florida frontier.
3708 Patten Ave.,
Ellenton, FL, US
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Manatee Performing Arts Center
Theater
1 blk
Home of the National Award-Winning Manatee Players and Kiwanis Club of Bradenton. Available for rental for weddings, conferences and special events. Open year-round. Visit the website for schedule and ticket information. Over 60 seasons of presenting live theater in Bradenton.
502 3rd Avenue West
Bradenton, FL, US 34205
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Bradenton Riverwalk
Park
One of the area’s most exciting projects is the renovation on the already beautiful Bradenton Riverwalk. Plans include a family fun zone, an interactive fountain, outdoor living room, butterfly garden, Skate Park and sand volleyball courts.
Riverfront Blvd.
Bradenton, FL, US 34205
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LECOM Field
Recreation
Boasting the most affordable Major League Baseball tickets anywhere in the country, LECOM Field is the "Fenway of spring parks" and "the definition of ballpark intimacy" according to USA Today.
1611 9th St. W.
Bradenton, FL, US 34205
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Village of the Arts
Shopping
1 mi
An Artist Community with unique galleries and shops with eclectic eateries. Spend the day.
926 12th St. W.
Bradenton, FL, US
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Mixon Fruit Farms, Inc
Recreation
4 mi
Tours of grove and wildlife rescue area. Gift shop, deli, homemade ice cream and local wine. Great location for offsite event and "out of the box meeting".
2712 26th Ave. E
Bradenton, FL, US
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Cortez Fishing Village
Historical landmark
Take a walk through the historic fishing village of Cortez and visit the old fish houses. Listen to locals tell the tale of yesteryear fishing in the bays and waterways of the Gulf of Mexico.
The historic Cortez Village is a National Register of Historic Places community that has worked hard to preserve its unique Florida Gulf Coast Heritage by fighting the pressures from modern development that have brought about the loss of much that was old time Florida.This commercial fishing community has opened its own Museum and through exhibits and programs it interprets a unique culture, celebrating the traditional life on the sundrenched Gulf Coast.
Cortez Road & Intracoastal Bridge
Cortez, FL, US 34215
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Bradenton Beach Senic Highway
Recreation
Relaxed charm highlighted by narrow winding streets, sugar-white sand and wildlife.
107 Gulf Dr N.
Bradenton Beach, FL, US
Island Players
Theater
In their 62nd season, this renovated community theater has performances from October through May
10009 Gulf Drive
Anna Maria Island, FL, US 34216
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Florida Maritime Museum
Museum
Florida Maritime Museum is located in the historic fishing village of Cortez, in the historic school house. Changing and permanant exhibitions showcase the maritime history, culture and heritage of Florida. Monthly Music on the Porch events, community boat buiding programs, and special events and exhibitions can be enjoyed by all.
Open Tuesday – Saturday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Free admission.
The historic Cortez Village is a National Register of Historic Places community that has worked hard to preserve its unique Florida Gulf Coast Heritage by fighting the pressures from modern development that have brought about the loss of much that was old time Florida
4415 119th St. W
Cortez, FL, US 34215
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Dakin Dairy Farms
Recreation
10 mi
Nine-acre corn maze (seasonal) dairy tour, cows and goats. Experience some farm fun! Great for offsite activity or "out of the box meetings".
30771 Betts Rd.
Myakka City, FL, US
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Bearadise Ranch
Recreation
10 mi
Home of the world-famous Welde bears.
6908 245th St. E.,
Myakka City, FL, US
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Rosa Fiorelli Winery
Recreation
8 mi
Recently expanded to 10 acres offering tours, wine tasting and lunch. Great for an offsite venue for groups.
4250 C.R. 675
Bradenton, FL, US
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Bunker Hill Vineyard and Winery
Recreation
10 mi
Bradenton natives Lenora and Larry Woodham opened Bunker Hill Vineyard and Winery in 2010 to rave reviews. Open daily and offering free vineyard tours and wine tastings, Bunker Hill focuses on “green” operations with handcrafted wines that are unfiltered, never blended, and fermented with the skin of the grape. They pride themselves on using 100 percent recycled wine bottles, natural corks, and origami gift wrapping. All 10 of their wines are aged in a “wine cave” in complete darkness and at the appropriate temperature between 52 and 57 degrees. The winery is a popular choice for destination weddings and special events, and beginning in 2012, will offer Fresh Whole Fruit wines.
Complimentary Wine tastings and tours daily. Please call ahead.
8905 Bunker Hill Road
Duette, FL, US 34219
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TreeUmph
Recreation
A day in the park just got a lot more fun. At TreeUmph! you’ll feel the exhilaration of climbing, zip lining, swinging and free-falling from 15 to 60 feet in the air…… all while harnessed to equipment designed with the most rugged materials and highest safety standards.
Everyone starts out on the Beginner’s Course and makes their way through five progressively difficult courses. Only the fittest will reach the Extreme Course, a true test of strength, agility, endurance and nerves!
• 14-acre nature park
• 5 world-class adult courses from Beginner to Extreme
• Children's course (ages 7 & up)
• 76 treetop adventure games
• Wobbly bridges, hanging nets, bungee swings and more
• 650-foot-Long ZIP LINE
• Plenty of Parking & Bus Lot
21805 S.R. 70 East
Bradenton, FL, US 34211
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Florida Railroad Museum
Museum
6 mi
Offering weekend train rides all year. The 12-mile round trip last 1.5 hours.
12210 83rd St. E.,
Parrish, FL, US
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Lipizzan Stallions
Recreation
10 mi
World-famous dancing horses perform at Ottomar Hermann Training Grounds.
32755 Singletary Rd
Myakka City, FL, US
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Paradise Cove Orlando
multi-city
Just beyond the Orlando happenings, Paradise Cove has unlocked a hidden oasis on the quiet shores of Lake Bryan. Adorned with lush cypress trees, twinkle lights, a palm-thatched tiki bar and beach-side torches on the expansive, tideless lake, Paradise Cove will make you feel like you're worlds away right here in Orlando.
Activity
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The Corporate Experience
multi-city
The Corporate Experience Company™ is a Destination Management, Event Design, Corporate Travel, and Incentives Company.
Activity
Logistics/Decor
Transportation
Preferred staff
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Boating Miami
Miami
Boating Miami is an evolution and internationalization of Grupo GELA, a hospitality holding based in Cartagena, Colombia. With over 30 years of experience in the hospitality business and over 7 years of expertise in yacht chartering, we bring a wealth of knowledge and a proven track record to the industry.
As the trusted boat charters supplier for esteemed establishments such as Sofitel Santa Clara, Casa San Agustin (a proud member of Leading Hotels of the World), Hyatt, and several Virtuoso travel agencies worldwide, we have established ourselves as a reliable partner in delivering exceptional boating experiences in Cartagena.
We embarked on the journey of Boating Miami in March 2022, driven by our passion for the industry and a commitment to excellence.
Our team comprises seasoned professionals with extensive backgrounds in tourism and hospitality. We understand that attention to detail is a key factor in delivering excellence. It is our commitment to meticulously address every aspect of our guest’s boating experience, ensuring their satisfaction, and surpassing their expectations.
Our values
- Professionalism and Friendliness.
- Reliability: We deliver. Punctuality, consistency and accountability.
- Safety: Complying Coast Guard regulations and impeccable boats.
Activity
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Tallen, Inc
multi-city
Tallen is a full-service event production company that offers corporations, meeting planners, and exhibit houses the professional AV technology and production services that enable them to deliver their message to audiences of all sizes in venues throughout the US and around the world.
Logistics/Decor
Preferred staff
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TeamWorx
multi-city
TeamWorx is based just outside silicon valley California and specializes in team building events for tech companies and tech employees, engineering companies and engineers, and groups looking for robotic themed events. Our signature Robot Team Building events are Robot Build and Battle 1, Robot Build and Battle 2, and our newest addition, Robot Racing! We deliver events for large groups anywhere in the United States: Robot Build and Battle 1 up to 300 people, Robot Build and Battle 2 up to 500 people, Robot Racing up to 200 people, and combine 1 & 2 for up to 800 people!
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Red Oak Meetings & Events
multi-city
At Red Oak, we take our meetings seriously—detailed, thorough, and no fluff. We provide the tools and expertise needed to ensure your meeting goes off without a hitch. From site visits, expo management, drayage, and registration to transportation, hosted off-site events, and tours, we can assist with every aspect of your meeting. Our meeting planners have access to the most up-to-date technology, allowing them to provide real-time updates and superior content to attendees throughout any meeting or conference.
Red Oak is a full-service meeting and planning company that will be your dedicated partner throughout the entire process. Call us today to get started!
Activity
Hired Entertainment
Logistics/Decor
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Gordon Ramsay Restaurants
multi-city
Welcome to Gordon Ramsay Restaurants, a world-renowned collection of dining experiences led by Michelin-starred chef Gordon Ramsay.
With over 80 restaurants spanning the globe, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional cuisine and unforgettable service.
Whether you seek the elegance of Restaurant Gordon Ramsay in London, or the relaxed charm of our Bread Street Kitchens, our venues offer something for every taste and occasion.
Restaurant/Bar
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Invited Clubs
multi-city
We are Invited.
Invited reflects our proud history of inclusiveness and captures our welcoming spirit. Our unprecedented collection of 158 golf and country clubs and city clubs share a common goal- building relationships and enriching lives. The time has come to build on our traditions and write new chapters. We welcome you to join us.
Invited. Where You Belong.
Restaurant/Bar
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Tampa - Centre Club
Tampa
Step into a world of endless possibilities. Centre Club is Tampa's leading community for purpose and connection in the heart of the downtown business district. At 8 floors in the sky, Members and guests embark on culinary adventures, experience next-level networking, host elevated meetings and events, and engage in lively socials while overlooking breathtaking city views.
Restaurant/Bar
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Tap 42 Craft Kitchen & Bar
multi-city
Tap 42 Craft Kitchen & Bar is a leading upscale casual dining and drinking destination! Voted “Best Restaurant in South Florida” by the South Florida Business Journal, Tap 42 specializes in providing unique takes on contemporary American cuisine coupled with craft cocktails, an extensive wine list, and craft beer in a fun atmosphere and environment.
Catering
Restaurant/Bar
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Bradenton Area Convention CenterConveniently located on Florida’s West Coast, the Bradenton Area Convention Center and Palmetto Marriott Resort & Spa make mixing business and leisure a breeze. Discover the versatile meeting spaces, upscale amenities, and world-famous beaches nearby
Exhibit Space32,400 sq. ft.
Total meeting space54,320 sq. ft.
Guest rooms 1 mi. from convention center655
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Additional details
The Bradenton Area CVB can offer the following:- *Personalized FAM Tours and site visits. *Itinerary planning. *Photographs, images. *Visitors guides and maps. *Meeting planner help desk. *Accommodations assistance. *Incentive travel service. *Eco-conscious meetings.
Bradenton Area Convention and Visitors Bureau Frequently Asked Questions
Explore frequently asked questions from the Bradenton Area Convention and Visitors Bureau regarding Health and Safety, Sustainability, and Diversity and Inclusion
Sustainable Practices
Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated Bradenton Area Convention and Visitors Bureau's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
No response.
Does Bradenton Area Convention and Visitors Bureau have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
No response.
Diversity and Inclusion
For US hotels only, is Bradenton Area Convention and Visitors Bureau and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
No response.
If applicable, could you please provide a link to Bradenton Area Convention and Visitors Bureau's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
No response.
Health and Safety
Were practices at Bradenton Area Convention and Visitors Bureau developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
No response.
Does Bradenton Area Convention and Visitors Bureau clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
No response.
Please explain, if applicable, the carbon offsetting options you offer to corporations.
Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to sustainability and social impact goals and initiatives.
Has your hotel taken steps to reduce single-use plastics, such as removing plastic straws (except upon request for guests with disabilities), stirrers and cotton buds? If yes, please provide detail as to the steps you have taken to reduce single use plastics?
Does your hotel generate (onsite) or purchase (offsite) renewable energy (beyond your utility's standard offerings)? If yes, please describe your practices for generating or purchasing renewable energy.
Does your hotel engage in activities to protect & restore the natural environment in which it is located (i.e. trees planted, coral reef restored, etc.)?
Will your hotel be imposing any additional fees for cleaning services? If yes, please specify those fees.
Are specific cleaning/disinfection routines in place for pillows, duvets and their covers, headboard, bathrobe etc.? If yes, please describe.
Please include a link to your public report on community impact if applicable.
Please provide any other comments you wish to make regarding your efforts/initiatives to obtain certification in these programs.
Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
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