Anna Maria Island

Anna Maria Island is a Florida Gulf Coast barrier island located west of Bradenton and north of Longboat Key. Seven miles of white sand beaches line the island. The island is home to the cities of Anna Maria, Holmes Beach and Bradenton Beach.

Don’t worry about driving. Take the free Island Trolley. Download the myStop app to your mobile device from the Apple Store or Google Play Store. You can also pick up a map with the stops at various businesses.

Anna Maria

Anna Maria is located at the northern tip of the island. Along with shopping and great food, you must check out the following:

Anna Maria City Pier
Rod & Reel Pier
Bean Point Beach
AMI Historical Society Museum
Anna Maria Jail
Historic Pina Avenue
Anna Maria Island Bayfront Park

Holmes Beach

Holmes Beach is located in the middle of the island. Being the largest of three cities, it has miles of sandy gulf beaches. Manatee Public Beach has picnic tables, grills, concessions, volleyball, and much more. You can swim, jet ski, parasail, and fish. Don’t miss out on some of the best casual and fine dining, many with spectacular sunset views.

Bradenton Beach

Bradenton Beach is located on the south end of the island connecting the island to Longboat Key.

Bradenton Beach City Pier
Historic Bridge Street
Cortez Beach
Coquina Beach
Coquina Park
Coquina Bayside
Leffis Key Nature Walk
Herb Dollan Park
John Chappie Park
Katie Pierola Sunset Park
Lou Barolo Park