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Plan your visit to the Bradenton Area!
The Bradenton Area is ready to welcome you onto our warm shores! Our communities are eager to have you back, with many businesses and attractions ready for fun—all they need is you. Experience the Real. Authentic. Florida. and diverse beauty and culture that the Bradenton Area has to offer.
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Check Out Our Beaches
The Bradenton Area’s beaches are reopening and ready for you to enjoy the sugar-white sand and pristine waters. Explore the beauty of Cedar Cove Beach, located in Anna Maria Island, from the comfort of your browser.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Traveling to the Bradenton Area soon? Here are answers to some of the most frequent questions. If you need additional information, please contact your travel agent, airlines or accommodations for specific details.
Are the beaches open?
All our public beaches have reopened, however a few individual accesses remain closed as beach renourishment continues.
Is the Airport open?
Sarasota Bradenton International Airport is open to all commercial service airline flights. You can find the latest airport information at flysrq.com.
Tampa International Airport is fully operational.
Is it safe to visit the Bradenton Area? How will I know when it’s safe to visit?
Most of the Bradenton Area’s mainland attractions such as museums, restaurants, parks and preserves are already back open. Downtown Bradenton’s many hotels, restaurants, attractions and small businesses are well-positioned to delight visitors with many popular spots currently open.
Our barrier island communities on Anna Maria Island and Longboat Key are open to all traffic with the vast majority of unique shopping options, world-class cuisine, iconic beaches and relaxing accommodations available to enjoy.
What can I do in the Bradenton Area besides Anna Maria Island or Longboat Key?
Attractions like the Bishop Museum of Science and Nature and businesses within Village of the Arts are open. The beloved Bradenton Public Market resumed operations Saturday, October 19.
Anna Maria Island’s turquoise waters and sugar-sand white beaches are open for an unforgettable beach-day experience.
All Bradenton Area nature preserves, except for Leffis Key on Anna Maria Island and De Soto National Memorial, are open. This includes popular preserves like Emerson Point and Robinson Nature Preserve.
Can I access Anna Maria Island and/or Longboat Key?
Our barrier island communities are open to all traffic.
Are restaurants and businesses open on Anna Maria Island and Longboat Key?
Most Anna Maria Island and Longboat Key restaurants are serving customers, with several more planning to re-open in the next days or weeks. Visit our Recovery Map to see who’s open!
Is it safe to swim at your beaches?
Yes, the water at our beaches are safe to enjoy. The Florida Department of Health routinely monitors beach water samples. Visit https://www.floridahealth.gov/environmental-health/beach-water-quality for more information.
Is the sand safe to walk on?
Yes, our sand is ready for you! Our beach sand has been carefully cleaned and sifted, ensuring it’s safe for relaxing, castle-building, and all your favorite beach activities.
How can I support the hurricane recovery efforts on the Bradenton Gulf Islands?
We deeply appreciate your generosity and interest in helping our community recover. By donating to initiatives like “Oysters Rock: Shuckin’ Good Cause,” you can provide much-needed support to displaced hospitality workers as recovery efforts continue. Every contribution makes a meaningful difference, and we are truly grateful for your help in rebuilding stronger together.