Anna Maria travel guide

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You're Going to Love Anna Maria

With a population of 1,669, Anna Maria is a must-see destination in Florida, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Anna Maria deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Anna Maria

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Waterfront Restaurant - Anna Maria (111 South Bay Blvd.) and The Porch Restaurant (9707 Gulf Dr) are great picks.

When to visit Anna Maria

Anna Maria in August
Estimated hotel price
$185
1 night at 3-star hotel
Anna Maria in August
Estimated hotel price
$185
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Anna Maria

Plane

When flying to Anna Maria, you’ll arrive at Sarasota Bradenton Intl (SRQ), which is located 14 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Anna Maria include Air Canada, United Airlines and American Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Anna Maria departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 23m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Anna Maria. The train journey from Anna Maria to Orlando takes 2h 08m and costs around $13 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Winter Park, expect to pay about $13 for a 2h 45m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Anna Maria is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 108 miles from Anna Maria. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Budget, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Anna Maria, including RedCoach, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Fort Myers, the bus ride to Anna Maria takes 125 miles and will cost you around $50. From Fort Lauderdale, the ticket costs about $50 for a journey of 260 miles.

Plane

When flying to Anna Maria, you’ll arrive at Sarasota Bradenton Intl (SRQ), which is located 14 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Anna Maria include Air Canada, United Airlines and American Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Anna Maria departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 23m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Anna Maria. The train journey from Anna Maria to Orlando takes 2h 08m and costs around $13 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Winter Park, expect to pay about $13 for a 2h 45m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Anna Maria is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 108 miles from Anna Maria. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Budget, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Anna Maria, including RedCoach, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Fort Myers, the bus ride to Anna Maria takes 125 miles and will cost you around $50. From Fort Lauderdale, the ticket costs about $50 for a journey of 260 miles.

Airlines serving Anna Maria

Lufthansa
Good (4,699 reviews)
KLM
Good (847 reviews)
SWISS
Good (955 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,592 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,261 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,586 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (490 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,600 reviews)
Air France
Good (980 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,111 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,432 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,965 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,962 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (227 reviews)
Finnair
Good (856 reviews)
LOT
Good (677 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (925 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,167 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (834 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (405 reviews)
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Where to stay in Anna Maria

Average rates range from around $777 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $350 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Anna Maria

Most booked hotels in Anna Maria

Kompose Boutique Hotel Sarasota
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 7623 reviews)
$84+
The Ritz-Carlton Sarasota
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, 174 reviews)
$483+
Lido Beach Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1247 reviews)
$355+
The Westin Sarasota
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 250 reviews)
$223+
Bali Hai Beachfront Resort and Spa
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 310 reviews)
$469+
Hyatt Regency Sarasota
4 stars
Good (7.8, 545 reviews)
$199+

Renting a car in Anna Maria

Renting a car in Anna Maria costs $34 per day, on average, or $69 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 17% cheaper than airport locations in Anna Maria.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Anna Maria (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Anna Maria is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are, on average, 57% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Anna Maria costs $34 per day, on average, or $69 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 17% cheaper than airport locations in Anna Maria.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Anna Maria (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Anna Maria is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are, on average, 57% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.