Anna Maria Island
About 1 hr 15 min by car from Tampa
A laid-back island with no high-rises, pastel cottages and a historic pier.
Why locals go
Old Florida beach feel.
Visiting Tampa?
At 1 hr 15 min by car, it's easy to add a night or two here and still be back in Tampa for your flight home.
What to book
- Bike the island
- Bridge Street Pier
- Kayak the mangroves
Where to stay
One or two nights is enough for most people. Compare places to stay:
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For two
- Beach cottage
- Sunset at Bean Point
With friends
- Bike and beach bars
- Fishing charter
When to go
Year-round.