Anna Maria Island
The Island of Anna Maria, Florida is accessed by SR684 over the Cortez
Bridge, SR 64, over the Manatee Avenue Bridge or by a third bridge
which offers access from Longboat Key. It is seven miles west of
Bradenton and 40 miles south of Tampa.
This narrow barrier island is divided into three areas. Anna Maria lies at the northern end,
Holmes Beach is in the center and Bradenton Beach is at the southern tip. Easily accessed by
three draw bridges which allow the sailboats to travel through the bay, the Intercoastal
Waterway and Sarasota Bay. Anna Maria Island is an hour's drive from Tampa International Airport, and only 1/2hr from
the Sarasota airport.
With its temperate subtropical weather, Anna Maria Island has become a favorite destination for
visitors and many have returned later to become year-round residents. They are enticed back by
the long lazy days, the warm waters of the Gulf, the friendly local population and the
incomparable sunsets... more Anna Maria Island information.
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Island Charm
Anna Maria Island's laid-back charm lies in its congenial air of leisurely, unhurried tropical
living. Each of the three tiny cities on the Island has its own individual village character
and all are populated with friendly, easy-going inhabitants.
Lush tropical growth line small streets, many of which
have a speed limit of just 25 mph. Anglers of all ages fish from sturdy rustic piers and sun
worshippers laze or stroll on the magnificent white-sugar sand beaches which fringe the
sparkling Gulf of Mexico.
Families picnic on the beaches or in waterfront parks while on the look out for dolphins swimming
by. If you are lucky you will have a glimpse of the elusive manatee, an exciting sight much prized
by locals. Boats and jet skis skim over the waves way out in the Gulf while sailboats drift along
the coast. Bicyclists pedal around the Island, pausing to take in the eclectic mixture of historic
and contemporary buildings or to enjoy a delectable cooler from one of the ice cream parlors... more things to do on your island vacation.
Vacation Properties
Anna Maria Island, tucked away on the Gulf Coast of Florida
with great sugar sand beaches, restaurants, fishing, boating or for just
taking life easy. Million-dollar views or million-dollar vacation
accommodation this little island has it all, the views come free the
accommodations come at very resonable prices... see our vacation properties |
