Finding time to get away from it all and enjoy quality time somewhere sunny and fun with the family is always an experience to look forward to. However, when you’re looking to savor time away and you’re traveling with family members of all ages and interests, your destination of choice matters more than ever! Fortunately, those families who set their travel sights on sunny Anna Maria Island, Florida will find there’s something for everyone to enjoy beginning the very moment they arrive. Here, there’s plenty of sunshine, sand, and surf to go around and opportunities to adventure in customized style when your family shares interests in exploration as well. Whether you make the most of the seven miles of sand to enjoy here or head out to discover it all, the following itinerary of Anna Maria Island family friendly activities will help you make more of the experience.
Day 1: Take a Fun Family Ride on the Local Trolley
When you want to make sure sightseeing is a part of your family-friendly stay, but you have a large traveling crew to organize outings for, hopping on the Anna Maria Island Trolley is the very best solution! Start out with this activity on day one to get a feeling for what the entire destination entails while comfortably being seated together and enjoying the views at a leisurely pace. There’s no cost to enjoy time on the trolley which runs from north to south across Anna Maria Island. You can pick and choose where you hop on and off when you want to expand your sightseeing fun but if you choose to stay on and simply ride the entire route, that’s an option too. The trolley runs from sunrise to sunset daily so there’s no need to rush when you have a family of travelers who might all move at different paces on vacation.
Anna Maria Island Trolley
5313 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, Florida
841-778-1541
Day 2: Find Fun Souvenirs at the Shiny Fish Emporium
A great way to keep everyone in the family entertained while enjoying time out and about on Anna Maria Island as well is to set aside time for souvenir shopping. Knowing there are unique goodies to be purchased is typically motivating for travelers of all ages and a great place to find them is at the Shiny Fish Emporium. This unique boutique sits right on Pine Avenue, so if you have others in your family who want to set out to shop more, this is the perfect place to be. Those who linger at the Shiny Fish Emporium will be treated to time exploring whimsical décor and funny gifts and souvenirs of all kinds. The on-site staff is frequently praised for their level of friendliness, and they just might be able to point out some one-of-a-kind items you might otherwise overlook!
Shiny Fish Emporium
306 Pine Avenue, Anna Maria, Florida
941-896-9742
Day 3: Visit the Anna Maria City Pier Together
A highlight of any Anna Maria Island getaway is time exploring the iconic Anna Maria City Pier. During your next family journey this way, time at the pier could very well end up being the highlight of your stay. This beautiful historical landmark is an amazing place to enjoy incredible views out over the water or even set everyone up for a family photo. The pier dates back to the early 1900s and stretches 700 feet out over the waves. From the pier, you can enjoy views of Tampa Bay. The Gulf of Mexico, and the Sunshine Skyway Bridge in the distance. It’s a popular place for bird watching and spotting marine life and puts you within easy reach of the sand as well.
Anna Maria City Pier
100 N Bay Boulevard, Anna Maria, Florida
941-779-1667
Day 4: Book Family Friendly Activities on Anna Maria With An Island Dolphin Watching Tour
If you have a family of travelers heading to Anna Maria Island with a shared passion in place for marine life, booking a dolphin tour while you’re in town is essential. Consider partnering up with Anna Maria Island Dolphin Tours and booking one of their custom excursions out to areas bottlenose dolphins are known to thrive. If you want to expand further on your fun, this company can pair a dolphin spotting tour with snorkeling stops and pontoon rentals too.
Anna Maria Island Dolphin Tours
5325 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, Florida
941-281-3461
Book Your Family-Friendly Journey Today
Now is the very best time to make your way to Anna Maria Island and enjoy quality time away with those you love most. When you do, Anchor Down Vacation Rentals will help you get settled in a home away from home that has everyone feeling welcome from the moment they step foot through the front door. Whether it’s a cozy abode by the sand you’re after or a sprawling retreat with water views, we’ll help you find exactly what you’re looking for. Reach out today to learn more and get your Florida adventure underway soon! Be sure to ask about our Anna Maria Island large group rentals as well!
