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
$192
1 night at 3-star hotel
Anna Maria in August
Estimated hotel price
$192
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 $12 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Winter Park, expect to pay about $12 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 Fox and Hertz, 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 $12 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Winter Park, expect to pay about $12 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 Fox and Hertz, 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 (4,672 reviews)
KLM
Good (857 reviews)
SWISS
Good (930 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,503 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,606 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,300 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,563 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (475 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,938 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,131 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,482 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,809 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (878 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,166 reviews)
LOT
Good (685 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (917 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,600 reviews)
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Where to stay in Anna Maria

Average rates range from around $764 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $220 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, 7651 reviews)
$106+
The Ritz-Carlton Sarasota
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, 176 reviews)
$624+
Lido Beach Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1267 reviews)
$355+
The Westin Sarasota
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 253 reviews)
$240+
Bali Hai Beachfront Resort and Spa
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 320 reviews)
$495+
Hyatt Regency Sarasota
4 stars
Good (7.7, 546 reviews)
$206+

Renting a car in Anna Maria

Renting a car in Anna Maria costs $45 per day, on average, or $90 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, 9% more expensive than at Tampa.

Expect to pay $3.94 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 $47.24 and $62.99. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Anna Maria, while also 55% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Anna Maria costs $45 per day, on average, or $90 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, 9% more expensive than at Tampa.

Expect to pay $3.94 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 $47.24 and $62.99. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Anna Maria, while also 55% cheaper than other types, on average.