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Here the vacationer can plan their Bradenton Florida vacation with information on Florida vacation homes in Fort Myers, Florida, Cape Coral, Florida, Sarasota, FL, Bradenton, Florida, Tampa, Clearwater beaches, Tarpon Springs, New Port Richey, Port Richey, and Hudson Florida. Links to local beaches, dining, shopping, travel guides, Florida roads, State symbols, Countys, Cities, Towns, weather, Florida radar, hurricanes, webcams, Golf courses, Florida history, resources and education

The City was discovered in 1539, by Hernando DeSoto when he landed on Shaw's Point to begin his 4,000 mile trek in search of El Dorado, "the lost city of gold." Each spring we commemorate his landing with a month-long celebration called "The Florida Heritage Festival."

Located just south of Tampa, Bradenton is a fabulous place to explore our art and historical attractions, have fun in the sun enjoying the beach and all types of water and boat adventures, plus we are a golfer’s paradise!

Originally known as the Village of Manatee, Bradenton is the largest Manatee County city, with a population of approximately 50,000.

For an exciting vacation adventure or a lifetime of relaxed living, come see how Bradenton has become increasingly cosmopolitan in character while retaining its small-town charm.

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