Free & Cheap Things to Do in Anna Maria, FL

  • The list below includes 160 free or cheap things to do in or near Anna Maria, Florida, including 82 different types of inexpensive activities like Beaches, Art Gallery, History Museums and Islands.
  • From Bean Point to Coquina Baywalk, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Anna Maria and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Sarasota, Bradenton, St. Petersburg and St. Pete Beach.
  • The list below includes 160 free or cheap things to do in or near Anna Maria, Florida, including 82 different types of inexpensive activities like Beaches, Art Gallery, History Museums and Islands.
  • From Bean Point to Coquina Baywalk, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Anna Maria and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Sarasota, Bradenton, St. Petersburg and St. Pete Beach.
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1.9 Miles
86% 7 votes
Beaches 5801 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, FL 34217 MoreLess Info
Holmes Beach is a city on Anna Maria Island that has crystal clear water and white sand. There are lifeguards on duty as well as an eatery on the beach, a playground for small children and volleyball for big kids.
2.0 Miles
94% 16 votes
Fishing 5503 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, FL 34231 MoreLess Info
Captain Mark Howard pilots a 23 ft. Hydrasport 230 Baybolt through waters around Anna Maria Island. Charter full or half day excursions through inshore, backwater, and near shore waters for snook, redfish, trout, tarpon, cobia, grouper, and many other species.
2.1 Miles
100% 13 votes
Art Gallery 5368 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, FL 34217 MoreLess Info
Island Gallery West offers a variety of art by talented local and regional artists. For nearly 25 years, the Gallery has offered paintings, mixed media, photography, jewelry, pottery, and stained glass and currently displays the works of nearly 30 artists.
2.3 Miles
100% 2 votes
Fishing 4903 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, FL 34217 MoreLess Info
Fish the Tampa Bay Inshore Fishing Charters - Private Tours is a company that specializes in private near shore and inshore fishing charters near Holmes Beach. Some types of fish that can be caught on the trips include Flounder, Trout, and Snook.
2.6 Miles
93% 15 votes
Beaches 1800 Gulf Drive, Bradenton Beach, FL 34217 MoreLess Info
Visitors can enjoy surfing, fishing, sunbathing, supervised swimming, boating, and various other recreational activities at Coquina Beach. Dolphins can be seen in the area and the beach also features a playground, picnic tables, and concessions.
2.6 Miles
50% 2 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 2350 Gulf Dr S, Bradenton Beach, FL 34217 MoreLess Info
As a prime bird watching destination, Leffis Key Preserve offers visitors a scenic view of the region's mangroves. Among the native birds that live in this preserve are ibis, pelicans, cardinals, egrets, and many more species.
2.6 Miles
- 0 votes
Beaches 4200 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, FL 34217 MoreLess Info
At Anna Maria Island Beach Resort, visitors can enjoy a home style meal right on the beach or spend a day lounging in the sun. The resort features a mix of weekly entertainment from local musicians.
2.8 Miles
94% 83 votes
Paddleboarding 3902 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, FL 34217 MoreLess Info
Enjoy your next visit to Holmes Beach, Florida courtesy of AMI Paddleboard Adventures. Stand-up paddleboarding is easy, fun and a great way to get out on the water without renting a boat. No prior experience is required.
3.3 Miles
91% 364 votes
Beaches 40th Street and Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, FL MoreLess Info
With a free parking lot and plenty of other amenities, such as picnic tables and shelters, playgrounds and volleyball courts, Manatee Public Beach is popular among the local residents. It is 900 feet-long.
3.4 Miles
98% 55 votes
Fishing 526 69th St, Holmes Beach, FL 34217 MoreLess Info
Tampa Bay Fishing with Captain Matt - Private Tours provides fishing charters on a 24 foot custom Sheaffer boat. Both shallow water and deep sea charters are offered, directed by U.S. Coastguard licensed Captain Matt Ercoli.
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