So near, so go

So, we've looked a bit at the island of Anna Maria, let's have a little glance at what there is to do around about the place. First up, a couple of nearby attractions you might want to visit. Take the family, head over on your own, either way you are sure of a grand day out.

South Florida Museum, Bishop Planetarium and Parker Manatee Aquarium

Three great attractions under one roof. South Florida Museum is the largest natural and cultural history museum on Florida’s Gulf Coast, while the Bishop Planetarium features one of the most advanced all-digital projection systems in the world, and presents astronomy programs the whole family will enjoy.
The Parker Manatee Aquarium, part of Florida’s manatee rehabilitation network, is home to the oldest known living manatee, Snooty. The attraction is located at 201 10th Street West, Bradenton FL34205. Call 941 746 4131 for more information.

De Soto National Park and Memorial Mansion

With nature trails, a living history camp, secluded beaches, fishing, boating, camping and bird watching, the De Soto park and memorial is another great day spent outdoors.
The memorial has special living history presentations at specific times of the year. The Spanish encampment features daily presentations (weather permitting) from mid-December to the last weekend in April.
The Last day of the living history encampment also includes a special reenactment of Hernando de Soto's landing in 1539. De Soto National Memorial is located at the northern terminus of 75th Street North West in Bradenton, Florida.
Visitors can reach the park from I-75 or I-275. Call 941 792 0458.