If you are looking for a quiet but beautiful beach, Bradenton is the place -- the water is clear and quiet, the sand is white and beautiful, and kids can build a million things with it.
Also, the Bradenton Yacht Club serves delicious and healthy food, primarily seafood.
If you like fishing, you have plenty of rivers to choose from -- my favorite is in Riverview.
Also, for children's attractions, you have Busch Gardens right in Tampa (20 minutes away) and you can get an annual pass for as little as .
If you are more of a veggie type, you can go to Sweet Tomatoes right in Riverview -- the buffet is to 25 per person.
So trust me, if you want to be in a really nice and quiet place to relax, but also want a little excitement, Bradenton and Tampa are the best combination ever.
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Best way is renting a car because distances are a little far.