Anna Maria Island is known for its gorgeous beaches, incredible restaurants, and unique shops. The island also has several great bars for grabbing a drink and unwinding after a long day of exploring.
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With white-sand beaches, beautiful blue water, swaying sea oats, and incredible sunrises and sunsets, Florida's Anna Maria Island is one of the most scenic destinations in the state. Add to that the salt air and a plethora of waterfront restaurants serving up fresh seafood and you have a feast for all the senses.
Beach Rules & RegulationsDogs are not allowed at any of the public beaches in Manatee County. Other things you should leave at home include alcohol and glass bottles. There are also no fires allowed on county or public beaches at any time.
Anna Maria Island rarely sees the same number of crowds that other touristy beaches get. There are no hotels on the island, only privately owned homes—many of which are right off of these more secluded beaches. It is a great place to rent an Airbnb for a few days.
Anna Maria experiences extreme seasonal variation in monthly rainfall. Rain falls throughout the year in Anna Maria. The month with the most rain in Anna Maria is August, with an average rainfall of 5.9 inches. The month with the least rain in Anna Maria is November, with an average rainfall of 1.7 inches.
North of Siesta Key and West of Bradenton, Anna Maria Island is another gorgeous beach with clear water and emerald green hues. You'll find it much quieter than Siesta Key and it also neighbors Bradenton (another small town).
According to the latest round of tests conducted by the FWC, they found no red tide present in Florida's coastal waters, NONE! Please be sure to click on the map and expand looking at the dots specifically in our Manatee region.
Getting around Anna Maria Island is quite easy no matter where you book your rental home. You definitely don't need a vehicle with the many transportation options you have available to you and the relatively small size of the island.