Guidebook for Anna Maria Island
Beaches
There a dozens of public beaches close-by on Anna Maria Island.
All beaches are public and easily accessible. Free parking. Free trolley transportation.
374 locals recommend
Anna Maria Island Chamber
5313 Gulf DrAll beaches are public and easily accessible. Free parking. Free trolley transportation.
Coquina Beach South Boat Ramp
1465 Gulf Dr SOne of many beaches close to us.
Holmes Beach
One of the many beautiful beaches on Anna Maria Island
Stunning Bradenton Beach is close-by and has plenty of free parking, beach restaurants and watersports.
118 locals recommend
Bradenton Beach
Stunning Bradenton Beach is close-by and has plenty of free parking, beach restaurants and watersports.
Arts & Culture
World famous Ringling Museum, 5401 Bay Shore Rd, Sarasota, FL 34243.
48 locals recommend
Ringling Circus Museum
5401 Bay Shore RdWorld famous Ringling Museum, 5401 Bay Shore Rd, Sarasota, FL 34243.
You can enjoy a variety of shows and concerts at The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall in Sarasota.
154 locals recommend
Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
777 N Tamiami TrailYou can enjoy a variety of shows and concerts at The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall in Sarasota.
Sarasota Classic Car Museum
5500 N Tamiami TrailParks & Nature
Myakka River State Park
13208 State Rd 72 Boat tours, alligator spotting, cafe, picnic tables.
Palma Sola Botanical Park is only 1/2 mile away,
and offers delightful footpaths through acres of flowers and trees.
31 locals recommend
Palma Sola Botanical Park
9800 17th Ave NWPalma Sola Botanical Park is only 1/2 mile away,
and offers delightful footpaths through acres of flowers and trees.
DeSoto National Park is a 10 minute walk from our house.
Wooded trails lead to picnic areas and charming small beaches.
105 locals recommend
DeSoto National Memorial Park
8300 Desoto Memorial HwyDeSoto National Park is a 10 minute walk from our house.
Wooded trails lead to picnic areas and charming small beaches.
Kayak through peaceful mangroves and under foot bridges
in Robinson Nature Preserve, only 1 mile from our house.
193 locals recommend
Robinson Preserve
1704 99th St NWKayak through peaceful mangroves and under foot bridges
in Robinson Nature Preserve, only 1 mile from our house.
Essentials
Food shopping, restaurants, gym, hair stylist, post office, UPS store, Staples, Kmart, Computer Repair, Pizza Place, Cofé,
20 locals recommend
Publix Super Market at Beachway Plaza
7310 Manatee Ave WFood shopping, restaurants, gym, hair stylist, post office, UPS store, Staples, Kmart, Computer Repair, Pizza Place, Cofé,
Entertainment & Activities
Ed Smith Stadium
2700 12th StBaltimore Orioles spring training.
The Sailor Circus in Sarasota is known worldwide as "The Greatest 'Little' Show on Earth." High wire acts, flying trapeze, juggling and much more.
9 locals recommend
Sailor Circus
2075 Bahia Vista StThe Sailor Circus in Sarasota is known worldwide as "The Greatest 'Little' Show on Earth." High wire acts, flying trapeze, juggling and much more.
Riding excursions are right next to Surferbus.com at 8400 Manatee Ave West, on the way to the beach, 2 miles from our house.
18 locals recommend
The Real BeachHorses
8400 Manatee Ave WRiding excursions are right next to Surferbus.com at 8400 Manatee Ave West, on the way to the beach, 2 miles from our house.
Big Cat Habitat Sanctuary provides a safe haven for more than 150 big cats and other endangered wildlife. You can see rescued animals and learn about their behaviors through informative talks and demonstrations.
158 locals recommend
Big Cat Habitat and Gulf Coast Sanctuary
7101 Palmer BlvdBig Cat Habitat Sanctuary provides a safe haven for more than 150 big cats and other endangered wildlife. You can see rescued animals and learn about their behaviors through informative talks and demonstrations.
Walkable downtown with shops, restaurants and a vibrant nightlife.
358 locals recommend
St Armands Circle Shops
300 St Armands CirWalkable downtown with shops, restaurants and a vibrant nightlife.
H2O Water Sportz - Boat and Jetski Rental
4110 127th St WRentals and Fishing Charters
Drinks & Nightlife
Café style comedy theatre. Dinner served, reservations suggested. Not suitable for children.
63 locals recommend
McCurdy's Comedy Theatre
1923 Ringling BlvdCafé style comedy theatre. Dinner served, reservations suggested. Not suitable for children.
Sarasota is well known for its vibrant artistic community. With so many art galleries and music venues you'll never be bored.
6 locals recommend
Jazz Club of Sarasota
330 S Pineapple AveSarasota is well known for its vibrant artistic community. With so many art galleries and music venues you'll never be bored.
Gulf Drive Cafe
900 Gulf Dr NFun atmosphere with great Gulf views.
The Doctor's Office
Neighborhoods
No visit to Anna Maria is complete without
a stroll through charming Cortez Village.
15 locals recommend
Cortez
No visit to Anna Maria is complete without
a stroll through charming Cortez Village.
Anna Maria
A charming walkable downtown with fun shops and restaurants.