The Sandbox Cottage

Area Guide

Bradenton, FL — Day Trip Guide from AMI

Bradenton is connected to Anna Maria Island by the Manatee River bridges — offering additional dining, shopping, and attractions 20 minutes from Sandbox.

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Common Signs & Symptoms

  • !DeSoto National Memorial — history and Spanish colonial experience
  • !South Florida Museum and Bishop Planetarium
  • !Riverwalk Bradenton — waterfront park and dining
  • !Historic Cortez Fishing Village — working fishing village adjacent to AMI
  • !Bradenton Area Convention Center events

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Historic Cortez Village

The working fishing village adjacent to AMI (2 min from the island) has excellent waterfront seafood restaurants and is a step back in time.

Bradenton Riverwalk

A lovely waterfront park along the Manatee River — good for morning walks and local market visits.

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Bradenton from Anna Maria Island?

Approximately 20 minutes by car. Historic Cortez Village is 2 minutes from the AMI bridge.

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