A rather popular county in Florida, Manatee County is just south of Tampa and surrounds Sarasota, Florida. It's named for Florida's official marine mammal and includes the Manatee River, Sunshine Skyway Bridge, and the southern part of the Tampa Bay estuary.
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Manatee County offers plenty of top industries and employers for residents to choose from. Aviation, Aerospace, & Defense is one of the larger industries, along with Advanced Manufacturing, Life Sciences, and Sports Performance. Some of the top employers found in Manatee County include:
Many other top employers are found throughout the area in a number of industries, as well.

There are several great things to do throughout the area from exploring artificial reefs to boating to playing sports to visiting top attractions. Whether you're visiting or moving to Manatee County, you'll be able to find several great things to do throughout the area.
The Village of the Arts in Bradenton is one of the top attractions in the county. This attraction offers renovated cottages serving as art galleries, coffee shops, studios, and restaurants.
Golfers will enjoy a round at the Manatee County Golf Course and LECOM Park offers the right spot for baseball fans to enjoy incredible Spring Training fun.
Those seeking outdoor fun will enjoy Little Manatee River State Park with excellent hiking, swimming, boating, and fishing options. Another good option is Emerson Point Preserve, which provides 365 acres of plant life and wildlife.
Manatee County also offers the following attractions and things to do:
There are several bike paths, trails, greenways, boat ramps, public swimming pools, athletic leagues, and other things to do all throughout the county.
Along with the many attractions and activities in Manatee County, there are several events happening all throughout the year. Some of the most popular events include:
There are several events happening all throughout the area every single year. Many more events are found just outside Manatee County in both Tampa and Sarasota, as well.
With a close location to Sarasota and Tampa, living in Manatee County offers plenty of things to do, places to go, and events to attend every single year. It's also possible to day trip to both Orlando and Fort Myers from this location making it easy to enjoy some of the best Florida has to offer.
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