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Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

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.

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Where to Eat in Anna Maria

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Waterfront Restaurant - Anna Maria (111 South Bay Blvd.) and Mademoiselle Paris - Anna Maria Island (9906 Gulf Dr) are great picks.

When to visit Anna Maria

Anna Maria in September
Estimated hotel price
$181
1 night at 3-star hotel
Anna Maria in September
Estimated hotel price
$181
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 JetBlue, Delta and Allegiant Air. The shortest domestic flight to Anna Maria departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 56m.

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 $18 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 Rent-A-Wreck and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Anna Maria, including Bus, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Fort Lauderdale, the bus ride to Anna Maria takes 260 miles and will cost you around $56. From Tallahassee, the ticket costs about $104 for a journey of 300 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 JetBlue, Delta and Allegiant Air. The shortest domestic flight to Anna Maria departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 56m.

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 $18 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 Rent-A-Wreck and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Anna Maria, including Bus, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Fort Lauderdale, the bus ride to Anna Maria takes 260 miles and will cost you around $56. From Tallahassee, the ticket costs about $104 for a journey of 300 miles.

Airports near Anna Maria

SRQSarasota Bradenton Intl
TPATampa
RSWFort Myers SW Florida Intl

Airlines serving Anna Maria

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,243 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,967 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
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Where to stay in Anna Maria

Average rates range from around $808 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $919 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Anna Maria

Most booked hotels in Anna Maria

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Kompose Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 2461 reviews)
$116+
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Lido Beach Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 2052 reviews)
$417+
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The Westin Sarasota
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 388 reviews)
$250+
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Bali Hai Beachfront Resort and Spa
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 342 reviews)
$608+
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The Ritz-Carlton Sarasota
5 stars
Excellent (8.3, 314 reviews)
$553+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Sarasota Bradenton Airport
4 stars
Good (7.8, 1274 reviews)
$128+
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Renting a car in Anna Maria

Renting a car in Anna Maria costs $61 per day, on average, or $122 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 34% more expensive than at Tampa.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51. Compact (Nissan Versa or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Anna Maria, while also 51% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Anna Maria costs $61 per day, on average, or $122 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 34% more expensive than at Tampa.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51. Compact (Nissan Versa or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Anna Maria, while also 51% cheaper than other types, on average.

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