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1. Bean Point ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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2. Coquina Baywalk ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Anna Maria Island Historical Museum

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
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4. Island Players Community Theatre

Category: Entertainment Near Me
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5. Anna Maria Historic Green Village

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
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6. The Center of Anna Maria Island

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
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7. AMI Charters

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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8. Salty Buddha Paddle and Yoga Co.

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9. Ginny's and Jane E's Cafe and Coastal Store

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
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10. The Donut Experiment

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11. The Waterfront Restaurant

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
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12. Sandbar Seafood & Spirits

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
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13. Anna Maria Island Beaches

Category: Relaxing Beaches
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14. Bridge Street Pier

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

Anna Maria Island is a lovely barrier island in Manatee County, located within the Gulf of Mexico near Anna Maria Sound and Tampa Bay. The seven-mile island has become a major tourist destination along Florida's Gulf Coast today, serving as a bird sanctuary for native shore and migratory bird species such as pelicans, cranes, sandpipers, herons, hawks, and bald eagles. You can peruse the charming shops, art galleries, and restaurants.

Anna Maria Island is less than an hour from St. Petersburg and 1 hour 15 minutes from Tampa, however, you should plan on delays during the holidays.


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