Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Cortez April 2026 | Expedia.ca [Hotels in Cortez](https://expedia.ca/Cortez-Hotels.d553248623461959293.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Cortez Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Cortez.d553248623461959293.Car-Rental-Guide)[Cortez Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Cortez.d553248623461959293.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Cortez, FL ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Cortez Types of activities [Cortez travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Cortez.dx553248623461959293) ![whte recreational boats and yachts in Bradenton, Florida](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248623461959293/d210812b-8842-4882-a60a-8a81f65590c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![boat club by Cortez in Bradenton, Florida](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248623461959293/ab852a5d-3794-4869-a36c-598557a4376c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![fishing boat in Bradenton, Florida inshore from Anna Maria Island](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248623461959293/6cc9cfb7-f902-4d57-9ec5-13a140048b22.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Aerial view of Cortez Beach, Bradenton, Florida](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248623461959293/fbbb20d0-41c3-4e7e-9a14-6e54cb3bf64c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Cortez](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248623461959293/d52ceb12-7a46-4f9a-b1f6-961e2e5d1826.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Cortez Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that Cortez has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Activities and Tours Cortez is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Cortez to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights. #### Cortez Attractions Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Cortez. Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Cortez attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. --- ### Most fun & popular experiences in Cortez ### Tours & day trips [See all 23 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=553248623461959293&location=Cortez&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47882758/2ec2e6d6-5025-4030-af1a-c50911af2840.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour 2h 10/10 26 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $76 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/bradenton-anna-maria-island-guided-kayaking-manatee-tour.a47882758.activity-details?&rid=553248623461959293&location=Cortez&swp=off) ![Anna Maria Island and Bradenton: Sunset Kayak Dolphin Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47815915/af51b4cf-b88e-466d-8084-4306da8e3248.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Anna Maria Island and Bradenton: Sunset Kayak Dolphin Tour 2h 10/10 20 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $83 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/anna-maria-island-and-bradenton-sunset-kayak-dolphin-tour.a47815915.activity-details?&rid=553248623461959293&location=Cortez&swp=off) ![Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48232968/8cab5e42-6a9e-455e-b915-5a5b1953dd72.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour 1h 10/10 3 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $137 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/anna-maria-island-and-bradenton-beach-parasailing-tour.a48232968.activity-details?&rid=553248623461959293&location=Cortez&swp=off) ![90-Minute Parasailing Adventure in Anna Maria Island, FL](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46924336/8d60f70e-9e3a-4e48-ad47-d067e71cb378.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 90-Minute Parasailing Adventure in Anna Maria Island, FL 1h 15m 10/10 3 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $139 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/bradenton-beach-gulf-keys-parasailing-adventure.a46924336.activity-details?&rid=553248623461959293&location=Cortez&swp=off) ![Robinson Preserve Mangrove Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47720463/fe658243-ca11-4729-8141-8052d5e2d837.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Robinson Preserve Mangrove Tour 2h 10/10 4 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $76 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/robinson-preserve-mangrove-tour.a47720463.activity-details?&rid=553248623461959293&location=Cortez&swp=off) ![Anna Maria Island Dolphin Sightseeing Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50160530/3491fd9d-cc1a-4566-9824-d976871c7c06.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Anna Maria Island Dolphin Sightseeing Adventure 2h 10/10 3 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $77 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/anna-maria-island-dolphin-sightseeing-adventure.a50160530.activity-details?&rid=553248623461959293&location=Cortez&swp=off) ![Bradenton: Tiki Boat Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/52120449/17507e19-7ce0-4979-ac06-4b76d1565469.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Bradenton: Tiki Boat Cruise 2h Free cancellation available CA $69 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/bradenton-tiki-boat-cruise.a52120449.activity-details?&rid=553248623461959293&location=Cortez&swp=off) ![Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47873661/72af7c39-bd41-4b47-8615-13cdf085eb7d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour 2h 30m 9.6/10 5 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $90 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/bradenton-the-island-kayak-tour.a47873661.activity-details?&rid=553248623461959293&location=Cortez&swp=off) ![Dolphin Watching & Sunset Cruises Private Boat Tours](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50639809/41ea3d14-20f9-4ffe-a688-c547ab7a926b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Dolphin Watching & Sunset Cruises Private Boat Tours 2h Free cancellation available CA $382 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/dolphin-watching-sunset-cruises-private-boat-tours.a50639809.activity-details?&rid=553248623461959293&location=Cortez&swp=off) ![The Banshees of Bradenton Ghost Tours](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/52015795/472ba771-59a0-4003-9371-92ab8646b73d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### The Banshees of Bradenton Ghost Tours 1h Free cancellation available CA $33 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/the-banshees-of-bradenton-ghost-tours.a52015795.activity-details?&rid=553248623461959293&location=Cortez&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 8 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=553248623461959293&location=Cortez&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![Anna Maria Island Dolphins & Beginners Snorkelling Adventure 3hrs](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51535478/96694cb5-87fd-4f3f-b29c-36dfb3bcdd75.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Anna Maria Island Dolphins & Beginners Snorkelling Adventure 3hrs 3h Free cancellation available CA $805 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/anna-maria-island-dolphins-beginners-snorkelling-adventure-3hrs.a51535478.activity-details?&rid=553248623461959293&location=Cortez&swp=off) ![Sarasota Florida: Skyway Fishing Tours](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47827032/17e0a4b4-1c36-4781-bf7d-71578555171f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sarasota Florida: Skyway Fishing Tours 4h+ 10/10 2 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $763 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/sarasota-florida-skyway-fishing-tours.a47827032.activity-details?&rid=553248623461959293&location=Cortez&swp=off) ![Anna Maria Island: Private Holiday Photoshoot](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51951783/05915f1a-df2b-442b-9ca7-6c113cb0caee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Anna Maria Island: Private Holiday Photoshoot 30m+ Free cancellation available CA $539 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/anna-maria-island-private-holiday-photoshoot.a51951783.activity-details?&rid=553248623461959293&location=Cortez&swp=off) ![Private Dolphin and Intracoastal Tour of Anna Maria Island](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51211324/bc801765-1cad-43c8-ac73-5f5bb60b4036.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Dolphin and Intracoastal Tour of Anna Maria Island 2h Free cancellation available CA $520 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-dolphin-and-intracoastal-tour-of-anna-maria-island.a51211324.activity-details?&rid=553248623461959293&location=Cortez&swp=off) ![Private Egmont Key Excursion](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51195352/fc19d37c-9b0b-436c-b674-8940c0ef74c2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Egmont Key Excursion 3h Free cancellation available CA $1,249 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-egmont-key-excursion.a51195352.activity-details?&rid=553248623461959293&location=Cortez&swp=off) ![Anna Maria Island Build your own adventure 6 hour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51580562/2d3f83e8-4768-4c6f-90f4-e969026c4937.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Anna Maria Island Build your own adventure 6 hour 6h Free cancellation available CA $1,304 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/anna-maria-island-build-your-own-adventure-6-hour.a51580562.activity-details?&rid=553248623461959293&location=Cortez&swp=off) ![Anna Maria Island Dolphins & Beginners Snorkelling Adventure 4Hrs](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51541335/d2c88f02-d50d-486d-828d-3482c2de78a0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Anna Maria Island Dolphins & Beginners Snorkelling Adventure 4Hrs 4h Free cancellation available CA $971 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/anna-maria-island-dolphins-beginners-snorkelling-adventure-4hrs.a51541335.activity-details?&rid=553248623461959293&location=Cortez&swp=off) ![Anna Maria Island: A Self-Guided Cycling Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/52384369/8dfe8603-a764-4b64-a6f9-cefcc1c4d156.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Anna Maria Island: A Self-Guided Cycling Tour 1h 30m Free cancellation available CA $14 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/anna-maria-island-self-guided-cycling-tour.a52384369.activity-details?&rid=553248623461959293&location=Cortez&swp=off) ### Adventure & outdoor [See all 4 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=553248623461959293&location=Cortez&filter.categories=AdventureOutdoor) ![Private 4 hr Fishing Tour with Master Captain Bill Phillips](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46759598/94870013-787b-4e74-b4ad-9ffe9d2f04e9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private 4 hr Fishing Tour with Master Captain Bill Phillips 4h 10/10 2 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $902 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-fishing-tour-with-master-captain-bill-phillips.a46759598.activity-details?&rid=553248623461959293&location=Cortez&swp=off) ![Sarasota Florida: Skyway Fishing Tours](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47827032/17e0a4b4-1c36-4781-bf7d-71578555171f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sarasota Florida: Skyway Fishing Tours 4h+ 10/10 2 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $763 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/sarasota-florida-skyway-fishing-tours.a47827032.activity-details?&rid=553248623461959293&location=Cortez&swp=off) ![Private 8 hour Fishing Activity with Master Captain Bill](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48857969/1e2327b3-6caf-4c54-9b17-9c32233dd89a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private 8 hour Fishing Activity with Master Captain Bill 8h 10/10 1 verified review Free cancellation available CA $1,457 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-8-hour-fishing-activity-with-master-captain-bill.a48857969.activity-details?&rid=553248623461959293&location=Cortez&swp=off) ![Anna Maria Island: A Self-Guided Cycling Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/52384369/8dfe8603-a764-4b64-a6f9-cefcc1c4d156.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Anna Maria Island: A Self-Guided Cycling Tour 1h 30m Free cancellation available CA $14 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/anna-maria-island-self-guided-cycling-tour.a52384369.activity-details?&rid=553248623461959293&location=Cortez&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Cortez | Number of things to do | 43 | | ------------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Anna Maria Island: A Self-Guided Cycling Tour](/things-to-do/anna-maria-island-self-guided-cycling-tour.a52384369.activity-details): CA $14 | | Top 5 things to do | [Robinson Preserve Mangrove Tour](/things-to-do/robinson-preserve-mangrove-tour.a47720463.activity-details)[Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour](/things-to-do/anna-maria-island-and-bradenton-beach-parasailing-tour.a48232968.activity-details)[Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour](/things-to-do/bradenton-anna-maria-island-guided-kayaking-manatee-tour.a47882758.activity-details)[2-Hour Sunset Cruise Tour in St. Petersburg](/things-to-do/2-hour-sunset-cruise-tour-in-st-petersburg.a44444159.activity-details)[Anna Maria Island and Bradenton: Sunset Kayak Dolphin Tour](/things-to-do/anna-maria-island-and-bradenton-sunset-kayak-dolphin-tour.a47815915.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Robinson Preserve Mangrove Tour](/things-to-do/robinson-preserve-mangrove-tour.a47720463.activity-details)[Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour](/things-to-do/anna-maria-island-and-bradenton-beach-parasailing-tour.a48232968.activity-details)[Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour](/things-to-do/bradenton-anna-maria-island-guided-kayaking-manatee-tour.a47882758.activity-details)[2-Hour Sunset Cruise Tour in St. Petersburg](/things-to-do/2-hour-sunset-cruise-tour-in-st-petersburg.a44444159.activity-details)[Anna Maria Island and Bradenton: Sunset Kayak Dolphin Tour](/things-to-do/anna-maria-island-and-bradenton-sunset-kayak-dolphin-tour.a47815915.activity-details) | | With kids | [Manatee Watching Experience with Guaranteed Sighting](/things-to-do/manatee-watching-experience-with-guaranteed-sighting.a52334216.activity-details)[Anna Maria Island Dolphin Sightseeing Adventure](/things-to-do/anna-maria-island-dolphin-sightseeing-adventure.a50160530.activity-details)[The Banshees of Bradenton Ghost Tours](/things-to-do/the-banshees-of-bradenton-ghost-tours.a52015795.activity-details)[Clear Kayak Morning Tour in Anna Maria Island](/things-to-do/clear-kayak-morning-tour-in-anna-maria-island.a52327148.activity-details)[Anna Maria Island: Dolphin Cruise](/things-to-do/anna-maria-island-dolphin-cruise.a50521897.activity-details) | ## What to do in Cortez --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Cortez #### Florida Maritime Museum at Cortez You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Florida Maritime Museum at Cortez during your travels in Cortez. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets. [](https://expedia.ca/Florida-Maritime-Museum-At-Cortez-Cortez.d6295972.Vacation-Attraction) #### H2O Watersportz Enjoy an outing to H2O Watersportz during your stay in Cortez. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/H2O-Watersportz-Cortez.d553248621532652603.Vacation-Attraction) #### Blue Water Explorers You can take time to visit Blue Water Explorers during your travels to Cortez. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets. [](https://expedia.ca/Blue-Water-Explorers-Cortez.d553248621532652606.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Cortez ![Drone view on the marina on the Manatee River with Bradenton in the background](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6020/0e8e618d-7958-415b-92d2-d86e9092a8f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Bradenton ![Sarasota Skyline At Sunrise](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8409/7b518a85-26ff-489c-a959-53d1f90b5599.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Longboat Key ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Cortez worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Cortez? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Cortez? ### Is three days enough to stay in Cortez? ### Is Cortez a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Cortez with kids? > - [Manatee Watching Experience with Guaranteed Sighting](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/manatee-watching-experience-with-guaranteed-sighting.a52334216.activity-details) > - [Anna Maria Island Dolphin Sightseeing Adventure](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/anna-maria-island-dolphin-sightseeing-adventure.a50160530.activity-details) > - [The Banshees of Bradenton Ghost Tours](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/the-banshees-of-bradenton-ghost-tours.a52015795.activity-details) > - [Clear Kayak Morning Tour in Anna Maria Island](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/clear-kayak-morning-tour-in-anna-maria-island.a52327148.activity-details) > - [Anna Maria Island: Dolphin Cruise](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/anna-maria-island-dolphin-cruise.a50521897.activity-details) ### What to do in Cortez for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Cortez? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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