Where authentic Florida meets island charm.

Tropical breezes, sugar-white sand and the serene waters of the Gulf of Mexico and Tampa Bay create a spectacular and timeless environment that is cherished by those who live here, and fondly remembered by those who visit. Relax, play, indulge and savor the good life on Anna Maria Island. Wherever you call home, you belong here.

Getting Here

Time well-spent and well-spent time. Both can be said for your travel to Anna Maria Island on west central Florida's Sun Coast. Just an hour south of Tampa or a 20-minute drive due west from Bradenton, Anna Maria is accessible via I-75 (Exit 220) from points north and south, and I-275 (toll road) from the north. Arriving from the mainland by the Cortez (SR 684) or Manatee Avenue (SR 64) bridges, visitors to Anna Maria will instantly feel time slow down as soon as they cross Sarasota Bay and glimpse the island on the horizon.

About Anna Maria Island

Graced with sunshine, gulf breezes and a quintessential Old Florida way of life, this seven-mile long barrier island is a much-celebrated destination. Conde Nast Traveler has named it one of the “Top 30 Islands in the World” and TripAdvisor awarded it a “Traveler’s Choice” winner.

Well-loved by locals for its white sand and soothing waters, Anna Maria beckons visitors with its casual pace and easy grace.