De Soto National Memorial - Bradenton Landmark

  • Address: 75th St. NW, Bradenton, FL, 34280
  • Phone: 9417920458
  • Website:www.nps.gov
De Soto National Memorial
75th St. NW
Bradenton, FL, 34280

De Soto National Memorial Details

Full Amenity List

  • Picnic Tables
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Restrooms
  • Visitor Center
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Descriptions from Across the Web

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Directions

Car De Soto National Memorial is located at the northern terminus of 75th Street North West in Bradenton, Florida. Visitors can reach the park from I-75 or I-275. From I-75 follow State Road 64 west (also Manatee Avenue), for approximately twelve mile

Hours

The Visitor Center is open daily, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Park grounds are open dawn to dusk, but the parking lot gates close at 5:00 p.m.

Miscellaneous

  • Admission: Free
  • Childrens Programs: Junior Ranger Program
  • Exhibits: The Visitor Center includes stunning displays of historic armor, weapons, and related period items. Helmets and armor are available to try on.

Other Web Resources

  • www.nps.gov

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