Things to do & places to visit in Anna Maria Island, Florida, United States

The quaint feel of Anna Maria Island makes it the perfect place to eat grouper sandwiches and kayak with dolphins. While you’re here visit Bean Point Beach, tucked away on the north end of the island — a cozy paradise with an Old Florida vibe. Then hop on over to Anna Maria Bayfront Park, which includes sweeping views of Tampa Bay and the iconic Sunshine Skyway. Numerous beaches, restaurants and events make Anna Maria Island the perfect relaxation spot for your next vacation.

Anna Maria Island island in Florida, United States. Timezone: America/New_York, current date and time: Sunday, April 28, 2024, 4:34.

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5.0 Aluna Wellness Center & Spa (195 reviews)
- Simply the best
Sunday: Yoga & Pilates • Spas

Aluna Wellness Center and Spa in Bradenton Beach on the lovely Anna Maria Island is an eco-friendly holistic center offering massage, organic skincare, acupuncture, and wellness treatments. The center boasts four treatment rooms, a relaxation and meditation room and a lovely zen garden located directly across from the beach. Aluna Wellness brings together authentic ancient healing traditions from around the world with contemporary therapies to nurture your whole being. We offer a wide variety of holistic therapies including: acupuncture, massage, cold laser therapy, herbal consultations, beach yoga, pain relief programs, body scrubs and organic facials. At Aluna Wellness we are pleased to support the wellness of our clients through the ancient art of Oriental Medicine. Acupuncture and Pain Management, with board certified Dr. Tricia Graziano, can help with a variety of ailments such as: arthritis, back pain, neck pain, digestive disorders, anxiety, infertility, weight loss and much more. Pain Relief is enhanced with the use of cupping and cold laser therapy. Herbal Therapy is an important part of our wellness and weight loss and programs. We feel a profound connection with nature and are compelled to help preserve it. Therefore, we created an eco-friendly facility, to serve our responsibility to the planet and provide you with a chemical free environment. All of the products used in our treatments are natural and organic. We also use fresh, locally-grown products and herbs from our spa garden to offer you their pure and natural healing properties.In order to enhance your healing experience, our space was intentionally designed to encompass the organic qualities innate in Mother Nature. See more..
5.0 Anna Maria Rocks (144 reviews)
- An AMI must visit!
Sunday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Speciality & Gift Shops

Rock shop that makes their own line of jewelry. Rocks, fossils, fossil shark teeth, dinosaur teeth, handmade obsidian knives, rock and roll memorabilia. Kids and adults can make their own necklaces. Come in to see our Megalodon Jaw with 90 real megalodon teeth. See more..
5.0 Sea-renity Beach Spa & Bou-tiki (76 reviews)
- Excellent professional massages!
Sunday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Spas

Experience authentic Island-Style Relaxation & Stress Relief indoors out on the beach, with the island's first & only massage in our private tiki hut right on the beach. Indoor massage therapy with excellent facials and painless waxing services, too. Bou-tiki : Gulf-inspired gifts, local art, handcrafted soaps, candles and jewelry. See more..
5.0 Artists' Guild of Anna Maria Island (5 reviews)
- Awesome Non-Profit Gallery to visit
Spent 1-2 hours Art Galleries
Approximately 130 members with 50 artist displaying juryed, fine art, 2D and 3D works, jewelry, stained glass, cards, gifts and much more. Workshops and classes are offered in January - April. Window theme displays change monthly. November - March, 2nd Friday Artwalks, music and party. January Juried Exhibit. See more..
5.0 Bayfront Park (4 reviews)
- Calm, clear waters with narrow beach
Parks

Nice park with trees, picnic tables and restrooms. The water is clear and calm on this side of the island. In the morning you can view the sunrise and there are shady areas close to the water in the afternoon. See more..
5.0 J. Lazzara Gallery On Pine (1 review)
- Nice gallery
Sunday: Art Galleries
Nice gallery. ..worth a visit. Purchased a print to remember our trip. Very friendly staff, nice art work See more..
4.5 Bean Point (969 reviews)
- Beautiful
Beaches

Bean Point is beautiful, with a large beach area. It is a great place to watch the sunset. However, it is a hike to get here if you don't have a car or golf cart - definitely not convenient. There is no parking but there is a loading/unloading area at one of the beach access points. The trolley does not come up here but you can walk up (about 20 min) from the Anna Maria City Pier. See more..
4.5 Bradenton Beach (887 reviews)
- Bridge Street shops and Anna Maria Oyster Bar
Beaches

At the end of bridge street you will find the best seafood restaurant and American food great service and overlooking the bay with occasional dolphins popping up while you have your meal or walk on the pier. Seating inside and out. Take out available. They also have a shuttle to take you to your car or nearby condo. See more..
4.5 Manatee Public Beach (668 reviews)
- Perfect place for Travelers to Come and Relax
Beaches

We were concerned about not having beach chairs, but were quite happy when we discovered that they rented lounge chairs for $9 a piece. Also, there was a walk up restaurant counter that had a decent selection of food, and they delivered your food to your table. We had burgers, which were fine. There is a bar right next to the restaurant, also near the restrooms. They also had the little stand up showers to wash the sand off your feet. It really seemed like they had everything we needed! See more..
4.5 Coquina Beach (566 reviews)
- White sand on a long, lovely beach
Beaches

We love this beach in the mornings, afternoons and at sunset in February and March. We take snacks and drinks and settle in with a good book or walk to find shells and sand dollars. There's plenty of parking, new manned life guard stations and plenty of sprawl so folks are not on top of one another. A restaurant near the southern end of beach serves simple things as well as sodas, beer and adult beverages and has plenty of seating if you care to eat or drink there. Picnic tables and changing huts are strategically placed along the walking path that runs parallel to the beach. Driving to the beach can be easy or can take a while depending on the time of day and if construction is taking place on or before the island. Also the light on the island at Gulf Drive N and the Cortez Road W bridge can cause traffic to backup in any or all three directions. See more..
4.5 Anna Maria City Pier Grille (442 reviews)
- Nice pier with food, drinks & a view
Sunday: 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours Piers & Boardwalks

This place is temporarily closed due to a hurricane. It will reopen when repairs are complete. See more..
4.5 The Fish Hole Miniature Golf (282 reviews)
- Fun in the Shade
Sunday: 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM Game & Entertainment Centers

Git Hooked! Come join us at one of Florida's most unique miniature golf courses. Our locations on Anna Maria Island and Lake Uilein are a great place to take the family and friends. If you love fishing, plants,and especially golf, our course is the place. Tired of miniature golf courses that are filled with silly holes and obstacles? The Fish hole takes a different approach and truly embodies that classy "Old Florida" style. Also if you're not looking to break the bank, our round prices are several dollars less than any other courses in the area. Come in and play around! See more..
4.5 Bradenton Beach City Pier (232 reviews)
- Beautiful Pier & Pelicans
Spent < 1 hour Piers & Boardwalks • Nature & Wildlife Areas

We loved visiting this pier on our vacation. We parked a few blocks away. It’s free to walk on the pier. There is a restaurant but we did not dine there. We saw birds and a lot of people fishing. Fish is free and they offer pole and bait rentals for a small fee. There are also bathrooms. See more..
4.5 Coquina Baywalk (218 reviews)
- Away from the crowds
Historic Walking Areas • Nature & Wildlife Areas • Parks

A small nature park on Anna Maria Island perfect for relaxing walks. See more..
4.5 Anna Maria Island Historical Museum (151 reviews)
- Great for anyone who appreciated quaint and quirky history
Sunday: Spent < 1 hour History Museums

The Museum is a wonderful little treasure conveniently located on Pine Avenue in the city of Anna Maria, Florida. It has a well planned display of island history and knowledgeable volunteers to help make your visit pleasant. It is free to visit but they welcome donations. The Museum limits visitors to 5 at a time to insure the safety of all our visitors. See more..
4.5 Holmes Beach (116 reviews)
- Loved walking on Holmes Beach
Beaches

I used to live in Holmes Beach for 4 1/2 years. The beach was a 3-minute walk from my door. The favorite thing I liked to do there was go for LONG walks on the beach around sunset. I never had to worry about when to turn back. Sometimes I'd walk to the north end of the island, other times to the south end, but the part I enjoyed most was the ride home on the nice air-conditioned free trolley bus! My legs and feet would be sore and tired! It felt great to be on that bus! See more..
4.5 Bridge Street Pier (101 reviews)
- A fun place to visit.
Piers & Boardwalks

We walked to the pier and ate at the Anna Maria Oyster Bar. It was so good we went back two more times. We saw snook, sea bass, trout, dolphins and lots of bait fish. Chatted with local people fishing. Nice little area on the southern part of the island. Close to some bars, shops and delicious restaurants. Our favorite was Bamboo Island. It’s upstairs and has an awesome selection of foods. Lots of night life and live music at night. See more..
4.5 Leffis Key Preserve (57 reviews)
- Great nature walk for an hour's respite from the beach crowds!
Spent 2-3 hours Parks

This is great to do in combination with Coquina beach; we parked at the beach (free) and crossed the street to this park. It was a relief from the crowds and there was quite a lot of shade to rest in. Bring mosquito repellent though. There's a picnic shelter at the entrance (no barbecue). It had rained the day before and some boardwalk were flooded but we stopped at several lookouts for different views. We saw plenty of little crabs too. See more..
4.5 Manatee Beach Park (40 reviews)
- Great beach!
Spent More than 3 hours State Parks

Despite the red tide, the beach experience was awesome. Water was clear, sun was out, sand free of trash and mostly free of sea debris. The Cafe was a little pricy, but the menu was extensive and offered something for everyone. Parking was easy. Showers and changing rooms were easy to access. See more..
4.5 Island Players Community Theatre (39 reviews)
- An Enjoyable AMI Experience
Theaters

Founded in 1949, The Island Players, Inc. is an organization dedicated to providing artistic experiences for the communities of Anna Maria Island and its neighboring cities through the presentation of stage productions. See more..
4.5 Anna Maria Historic Green Village (38 reviews)
- Pine Avenue cafes and boutique shopping
Points of Interest & Landmarks

This was one of the highlights of our trip! So much to see and do along Pine Avenue, and plenty of lunch and dinner options and ice cream and treats. Our favorite shops were: -Shiny Fish: stop in for an ice cream mochi bubble and paint your own sand dollar!!! Owner is SUPER nice and will do everything possible to make you happy and comfortable. Lots of reasonably priced goodies -Three Island Monkeys: another very nice store owner and lots of good souvenirs. Highlights were local prints and paintings by local artist. -The White Egret and Egrets Nest: Not sure if these are affiliated or just next door to one another but they were beautiful and I wanted one of everything! They're technically on Gulf near the intersection of Pine. See more..
4.5 Bridge Street (33 reviews)
- Relaxing place to take a stroll, eat and shop
Spent 2-3 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks

Bridge street is a small area with restaurants and shops. The bridge has a pier with a view of the small marina and the bay, and it is worth a look. We walked around an hour or so and had some coffee at the little coffee shop. There is a fairly large surf shop with quite a bit of clothing and gifts. What struck me about Bridge Street is that the vibe really matches the vibe of Anna Maria Island.......quiet and understated. We found the entire island to be largely unspoiled by tourism.....though there are a a lot of tourists. This is a quiet, relaxing island; and Bridge Street matches it perfectly. See more..
4.5 Island Gallery West (26 reviews)
- great island gallery
Sunday: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM Art Galleries

Nestled in the heart of Holmes Beach on Anna Maria Island, Island Gallery West is a fine art gallery cooperative of about 30 local and regional artists — many unique to the area. The gallery has a 20-plus-year history of offering original watercolor, acrylic, oil, and mixed-media paintings, photography, jewelry, pottery, stained glass and fiber art. Every month a different artist is featured with a special exhibit of their newest work. During the winter/spring season from November through April, the gallery hosts public receptions for the monthly featured artist. These receptions are part of the Holmes Beach ARTWALK that includes several other art galleries and boutiques. Also during high season, from January to early April, member artists present free art demonstrations of various media and techniques every Saturday morning at the gallery. These events are very popular and have developed a wide following.Island Gallery West maintains a website with a dedicated page for each member artist to show examples of currently available work. The website also lists an updated schedule of current and upcoming events. As an artists’ cooperative, the Island Gallery West is owned and operated by its members. Six days a week the gallery is staffed by member artists who welcome the opportunity to discuss their art with you. Stop by for a pleasant, relaxing visit and enjoy the many fine works of art on display in two exhibit areas. You’ll discover all the variety and visual stimulation of an art festival in a pleasant gallery setting. See more..
4.5 Coquina Bayside Park (17 reviews)
- Enjoyable
Spent More than 3 hours State Parks • Playgrounds

Clean, safe and well maintained on both bayside and Gulf side. Walking trail with fitness features. Changing rooms, restrooms, water fountains, air stations, pavilions and life guards on site. Plenty of parking, trash cans and recycling containers. Billboards provide local insight into local environment. Excellent recommendation. See more..
4.5 The Center of Anna Maria Island (14 reviews)
- An Excellent Island Resource
Spent 1-2 hours Civic Centres

The Center strives for excellence in meeting the human service needs of all those living on or near by our barrier island. We are focused on the community and open to all. In doing so, the Center is often seen as an “Educational Center,” a “Recreational Center,” a “Youth/Teen Center,” and a “Senior Citizen Center." The Center is all of these and much more. See more..
4.0 Palmetto Avenue Beach (6 reviews)
- Beautiful day at the beach!
Sunday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent 2-3 hours Beaches

We spent several hours at this beach. Lots of families playing in the water and the sand. We had rented chairs and sat and read. Even with lots of people, we could be away from others. It was a beautiful beach and nice to sit and watch the water. See more..
4.0 St Bernard Catholic Church (5 reviews)
- Welcoming parish
Churches & Cathedrals
This congregation is open-arms to visitors to the island. The friendliness of this parish starts with the pastor and carries through during the mass service with all participants from beginning to end. Sunday Mass is actually one of the highlights of all our previous visits to the island. Thank you. See more..
4.0 Bob Brown Art (2 reviews)
- Awesome art!!!!
Spent < 1 hour Art Galleries

Beautiful works of art by local artist, Bob Brown, who is well known on the island and has collectors world wide. Acrylic,contemporary,abstract works,full of color: also a collection of drawings. Located inside Island Mail & More. come is , visit, and enjoy. Take home a great keepsake of the Anna Maria Island area. See more..
ZoomAround (0 review)
Sunday: 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM Taxis & Shuttles • Self-Guided Tours & Rentals

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Harvey Memorial Community Church (0 review)
Religious Sites
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