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Things To Do

We have vacationed in Anna Maria Island for many years and have fallen in love with this quiet and charming beach town. The venue is about 20 minutes outside of the island but we recommend staying near the beach and using this time as a vacation! We will be staying in Anna Maria for the week following the wedding. We are so excited to share some of our favorite places with you.

Beach Day

Take advantage of the beautiful weather in October and visit any of the beaches! There are also many local places available for boat/water sport rentals.

Beach Bums Recreational Rentals & Gift Shop

427 Pine Avenue, Anna Maria, FL 34216

Many people rent golf carts for a fun and convenient way to explore the island! This is a great place to rent golf carts, beach gear, bicycles, kayaks. There are other options available throughout the island as well.

Sandbar Seafood + Spirits

100 Spring Avenue, Anna Maria, FL 34216

Beachfront bar and restaurant! The place to be for the sunset every night.

North Shore Cafe

304 Pine Avenue, Anna Maria, FL 34216

One of our favorite places for easy breakfast and lunch. Order at the window and has fully outdoor seating on the bay!

Harry's Grill

9903 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria, FL 34216

Outdoor patio seating with live music.

The Waterfront Restaurant

111 South Bay Boulevard, Anna Maria, FL 34216

One of our favorite restaurants for finer dining.

The Ugly Grouper

5704 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, FL 34217

Casual outdoor restaurant.

Beach House Waterfront Restaurant

200 Gulf Drive North, Bradenton Beach, FL 34217

Beach front restaurant for those in Bradenton beach. Also not far from Anna Maria.

The Kokonut Hut

900 Gulf Drive North, Bradenton Beach, FL 34217

Gulf Drive Cafe & the Kokonut Hut. Beach front bar and restaurant in Bradenton beach.

Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe

4000 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, FL 34217

Super casual spot for food and drinks on the beach.

Pine Avenue

Pine Avenue, Anna Maria, FL 34216

Stroll along Pine Avenue for local stores/boutiques and casual places to eat.

Bridge Street

Bridge Street, Bradenton Beach, FL 34217

Explore Bridge Street in Bradenton Beach for shopping and dining.

Neal Preserve

12301 Manatee Avenue West, Bradenton, FL 34209

Nature preserve for a walk. Across from Compass Hotel.

BabyQuip Baby Gear Rentals

For those that will be traveling with little ones, we highly recommend using this service to rent baby gear. You can search by area and things are delivered and picked up. We have personally used this while in Florida and had a great experience with clean/reliable gear.