The Bradenton area offers shoppers a wealth of boutiques, markets and malls. Ellenton is home to the huge Prime Outlets, a magnet for bargain hunters seeking designer threads at a discount. Sarasota's famous St. Armand's Circle is also a popular attraction, with high-end shops, restaurants and galleries. An open-air farmer's market is held every Saturday along the historic cobblestone Main Street of Bradenton. The Red Barn Flea Market & Plaza, one of Florida's most unique shopping experiences, features more than 600 retail stores and flea market-style booths. Downtown Bradenton has been revitalized by its Village of the Arts District, home to dozens of artists' studios, galleries and boutiques.

Red Barn Flea Market
1707 First Street East, Bradenton
(941) 747-3794
www.redbarnfleamarket.com

One of Florida's most popular markets, the Red Barn Flea Market boasts over 600 unique shops & flea market-style booths. Bargain hunters browse antiques, jewelry, produce, clothing and many more items. The market offers free admission, free parking, and an assortment of food vendors.

Village of the Arts
Bradenton, Florida
(941) 747-8056
www.artistsguildofmanatee.org

Downtown Bradenton has been revitalized as a dynamic arts district. The avenues around Main Street are lined with art studios, galleries, and boutiques. Additional development for antique shops, cappuccino bars, outdoor cafes, and a trolley connection The Village of the Arts District to the Riverwalk District are planned in the near future.

Prime Outlets
5461 Factory Shops Boulevard, Ellenton
(941) 723-1150
www.primeoutlets.com

The huge Prime Outlets shopping plaza in nearby Ellenton lures fashion addicts with the largest assortment of outlets in the area. Leave lots of space in your trunk, as you're sure to leave with bags of goodies from Polo Ralph Lauren, Coach, Tommy Hilfiger, OFF 5th Saks Fifth Avenue, White House Black Market, Gap Outlet, Banana Republic, Carters, Ann Taylor, Harry & David, Nike, Kate Spade, Mikasa, Bombay, and more!

St. Armand's Circle
300 Madison Drive, Sarasota
(941) 388-1554
www.starmandscircleassoc.com

The brainchild of circus magnate John Ringling, St. Armand's Circle resembles an elegant European market, with Italian statuary, lush landscaping and glittering outdoor lights in the evenings. Shoppers come from all over the world to browse the collection of more than 130 upscale boutiques, unique galleries and outdoor cafes.