GT Bray Park
A Parks & Recreation Department Venue
- 5502 33rd Ave. W.
- Bradenton, FL 34209
- 941-742-5923
- Price range: $ (Under $9)
The 140 acres that make up GT Bray Park house a wide variety of things to do. Inexpensive (as little as $3.50 per day to use the pool or fitness room), and accessible, the park offers all of the following: Olympic swimming pool, kids pool, tennis courts, playground, basketball court, fitness room, skate park, baseball/softball fields, picnic area, horseshoe court, volleyball, bike and nature trails, and even a dog park.
Also available is an enclosed picnic area and grill for birthday parties and special events, which can be reserved at a nominal fee. GT Bray hosts summer "Tennis & Swim" camps, as well as area school sports teams, and periodically offers classes in yoga, tai chi, swimming and tennis.
The grounds are well kept and neat, restrooms clean, and you'll even find friendly staff members reguarly wiping down gym equipment.
If this weren't enough, GT Bray Park is about five minutes from Holmes and Bradenton Public Beach, restaurants, and area shops.
Getting There
- Cross Streets:
- 59th Street W.and 33rd Avenue (In the vicinity of Blake Medical Center, across the street).
- Parking:
- Free Lot and On Site
- Public Transportation:
- MCAT
- Wheelchair Access:
- Yes
The Basics
- Hours:
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Park is open morning until dusk, but the center varies by activities, beginning as early as 10 a.m. and ending at 7 p.m. Call for details.
Pool Hours:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday - 12 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Tuesday, Thursday - 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Saturday - 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.
- Meals Served:
- Vending machine or bring your own for dining in the picnic area.
- Price Range:
- $ (Under $9)
- Reservations:
- Accepted for large groups. Phone 941-752-5974 to rent picnic shelter & grill.
- Dress Code:
- Comfortable clothing
- Alcohol:
- Not Permitted
- Smoking:
- Outdoors Only
- Admission Price:
- Varies by activity. Generally $3.50 for the day per activity. Monthly memberships approx. $30.Yearly memberships around $155. Call for details.
- Audience:
- All Ages
- Recreation and Sports Activities:
- Baseball, Basketball, Frisbee Frisbee Golf, Running and Jogging, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball, and Weight Lifting
- Spectator Sport:
- Baseball, Basketball, Softball, and Tennis
- Recreation Facilities:
- Amphitheater, Athletic Fitness Club, Baseball Field Complex, Basketball Court, Bike Trail, Half Full Day Camp, Nature Trails, Park, Playground, Rental Facilities, Skate Park, Swimming Pool, Tennis Court, and Walking Allowed
Features
- Noise Level:
- Moderate
- Food:
- Vending Machine
- Nearby Attractions:
- Dining Attraction, Nature, Outdoor Recreation, Shopping, Sightseeing, Tennis Courts, Water Activities, and Water Trips
- Features:
- People Watching and State Ownership
- Facilities:
- Barbeque Grill, Basketball Court, Bike Path, Changing Rooms, Children's Swimming Pool, Dog Parks, Group Dining Facility, Lifeguard, Locker Rooms, Outdoor Stage, Pets Allowed, Picnic Area, Rentals Available, Shade Available, and Showers
- Payment Methods:
- Cash and Major Credit Cards. Payments made at main Activity Center.
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes
- Membership:
- Approx. $155 annually, depending on which activities are included with membership. Phone for details.
