Things for Rainy Days
Yes, even though Florida is known as the Sunshine State, we do have rainy days! There are several places to explore that are strictly for indoor activities. Here are a few ideas for some vacation fun when there is no sun!
Bishop Planetarium
The Planetarium at The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature is a premier astronomy facility, with a full-dome able to recreate a dark sky’s natural environment. Soar past distant stars, explore alien galaxies, and witness the awe-inspiring beauty of the universe.
Location: 201 10th St. W Bradenton, FL 34205
Phone: 941-746-4131
Bishop Museum of Science and Nature
The Bishop Museum of Science and Planetarium are located in Downtown Bradenton. It is a natural and cultural history museum specializing in the history of Florida`s gulf coast. It houses exhibits highlighting Florida history from the prehistoric to the present.
Location: 201 10th St W, Bradenton, FL 34205
Phone: (941) 746-4131
Intense Escape Rooms
Experience a real-life adventure game where your team uses problem solving skills to complete a mission. The mission is commonly “escaping” from a locked room within a 60-minute time frame. Your team must work together in order to find clues and solve puzzles that will lead to your escape or to complete your mission. Comfortable clothes are suggested. Activity might require stooping, kneeling, or crouching down to get a closer look at something. If you need reading glasses, please go prepared.
Location: 5708 Manatee Ave W, Bradenton, FL 34209
Phone: (941) 251-9385
Bowlero Bowling of Bradenton
Bowlero of Bradenton has 64 Lanes, an Arcade, Billiard/Pool, an on-site Pro Shop and Sports Bar. They run some awesome specials, so check their website.
Location: 4208 Cortez Rd W, Bradenton, FL 34210
Phone: (941) 758-8838
Regal Oakmont Theatre
Located in the South Trail Village Shopping Center in Bradenton. Get showtimes, buy movie tickets and more at Regal Oakmont movie theatre. It has multiple screens featuring new release films, plush seating and a concession stand.
Location: 4801 Cortez Rd W, Bradenton, FL 34210
Phone: (844) 462-7342
Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium
Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium is an independent, nonprofit, marine research organization based on City Island in Sarasota. They develop science-based solutions to urgent problems, save marine wildlife, restore critical ecosystems, help coastal communities preserve their quality of life, and uncover new, sustainable sources of food and medicine from the sea. They advance marine science worldwide and share their discoveries through their public aquarium and education for all ages.
Location: 1600 Ken Thompson Pkwy, Sarasota, FL 34236
Phone: (941) 388-4441