State: | Florida |
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Address: | 8300 Desoto Memorial Hwy, Bradenton, FL 34209, USA |
Postal code: | 34209 |
Phone: | (941) 792-0458 |
Website: | https://www.nps.gov/deso/index.htm |
Monday: | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
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Tuesday: | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
Wednesday: | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
Thursday: | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
Friday: | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
Saturday: | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
Sunday: | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
Located at the mouth of the Manatee River, De Soto National Memorial packs beautiful vistas of the river and Sarasota Sound, mangroves, and historic displays. The well-tended paths provide a peaceful walk; the visitor's center and signage across the property share insights into the history and heritage of the region
Great place to visit in Bradenton! I went on the weekend and did not have problems parking. Nice little walk and some greats views. Visitor centre has nice bathrooms and water stations (one by the side door for water bottles and dogs). Saw some wildlife too!
I love this little historical park. You must visit the visitor center and watch the movie to premise the park. Take a walk around the park trail and see the beautiful grounds. Good luck trying to get out of this park without taking a picture of something (make sure that you post it here when you do).
There is so much more to this memorial than others we've been to. There is a very in depth video, nature walk through the terrain Desoto would have encountered, knowledgeable period reenactors sharing their knowledge of equipment, war tools and so much more, and a beautiful area to explore right on the shore. So worth the time and the cost which was FREE. It is a national park and maintained as such. Highly recommend to anyone who does not have much knowledge of this period of time in our early history of settlement.
Great place to take kids to learn about history. Rich in culture and a nice place to walk around. Clean restrooms. Dogs are welcome on a leash. Nice gift shop. Park Rangers were knowledgeable about the history of this place.