About Our Island
Anna Maria Island supports a very special ecology and Old Florida philosophy. The laid-back lifestyle allows time to step back from the hectic energies and just walk on the beach, or enjoy a picnic supper at sunset.
There is a canal network throughout the island that allows an interesting selection of water-front lifestyles, plus an island trolley system for transportation throughout the three individually unique island cities of Holmes Beach, Bradenton Beach and City of Anna Maria.
Anna Maria Island Accommodations Owners & Staff
Vacation Rentals |
| Vacation Rentals: Anna Maria | Holmes Beach | Bradenton Beach |
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Planning a vacation on Anna Maria Island, what better place to stay than in a vacation rental in Anna Maria City. more info |
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Planning a vacation to Anna Maria Island and have reason to stay close to the business center of the island, then Holmes Beach has a vacation rental accommodation for you. more info |
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Planning a trip to Anna Maria Island and want a more laid back area to stay, then Bradenton Beach has the ultimate combination of everything Anna Maria Island has to offer.This includes the famous and historic Bridge Street venue and market, as well as a full complement of vacation rentals from one bedroom cottages to full size family luxury homes. more info |
Island History |
| Anna Maria Island History: Historical Society |
Anna Maria’s history begins in 1513 with a man and a tale familiar to us all – Ponce de Leon’s quest for the Fountain of Youth.
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It was during that quest that he discovered Florida itself on Easter Sunday, naming it “Pascua de Florida” which means “Feast of Flowers“, the Spanish name for this holy day.
His quest continued as he journeyed up the Gulf Coast of Florida nearly five hundred years ago and named our small island Ana-Maria-Cay to honor the Virgin Mary and her mother Anne. more info |
Island Commerce |
| Anna Maria Island Info: Facebook | Chamber of Commerce |
While staying on the island, leave your car and ride the “FREE trolleys” that travel daily from Coquina Beach to Anna Maria Pier; with service beginning
at 7:00 am til 10:00 pm; arriving every 20-30 minutes.
Transportation | Services | Restaurants | Gift Shops | Island Information
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Definitely a paradise worth visiting…………… For a lifetime!Annual average temperature……………74.8 degrees Fahrenheit Annual average rainfall………………55.67 inches |