Aerial view of a wide white sand beach with turquoise shallows and kayaks

Island Guide

Things to do on the island

Seven miles of beach, two piers, a private nine-hole course, restored coastal preserves and a free trolley that makes the car optional.

Sorted by what you're actually in the mood for. Beach conditions and access change with the season and after storms, so check locally before you set out.

Beach

Manatee Public Beach

The island's main public beach. Lifeguards, a café, restrooms and the largest parking area, right at the foot of Manatee Avenue.

Coquina Beach

A long south-end beach backed by Australian pines, with shaded picnic areas and boat ramp access nearby.

Bean Point

The quietest sand on the island, at the northern tip where the Gulf meets Tampa Bay. Walk-in access only.

Landmark

Historic Bridge Street & City Pier

A walkable strip of restaurants, shops and a public fishing pier, with a weekly seasonal market and live music.

Anna Maria Historic City Pier

Rebuilt and reopened after storm damage, the pier reaches into Tampa Bay with a bait shop and grill at the end.

Nature

Leffis Key Preserve

A small restored coastal hammock with boardwalks, a shell-mound lookout and good early-morning birding.

Robinson Preserve

Hundreds of acres of restored coastal wetland just over the bridge, kayak trails, a tower and miles of paths.

Golf

Key Royale Golf Club

A private nine-hole club on its own residential island off Marina Drive, the only golf on Anna Maria Island.

Community

Anna Maria Island Community Center

The island's civic anchor on Magnolia Avenue, youth sports, fitness, camps and year-round events for residents.

Rentals

Beach Bums Bike and Kayak Rentals

Bikes, golf carts and kayaks by the day or week, the practical way to explore the island without a car.

Island Scooter Rentals

Scooters and low-speed vehicles for getting up and down Gulf Drive at island pace.

Getting Around

Free Island Trolley

A no-fare trolley runs the length of the island through the day, which is why many visitors never move the car.

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