This WorldWeb.com travel and tourism guide for Anna Maria Island, featuring hotels and other accommodations, tours, attractions, events, shopping and more, will help you plan a successful visit to Anna Maria Island, Florida, U.S.A.

A seven-and-a-half mile long island, Anna Maria Island stretches from Tampa Bay to Longboat Key Pass. On the east, the island overlooks the Florida Coast while on the west the Gulf of Mexico reaches past the horizon. Vacation homes and resort-style accommodation allow visitors to escape to the white sand beaches and the waters of the Gulf. Other than relaxing on the pristine beaches, activities here include all manner of water sports including sailing, fishing and jet skiing. As well, tours of the island by bicycle take guests past historic buildings and swaying sea oats. Three centers are located on the island-Anna Maria, Bradenton Beach and Holmes Beach, each offering accommodation, restaurants and cultural attractions.