Anna Maria Island Florida consists of the cities of Bradenton Beach to the South, Holmes Beach and Anna Maria to the North. The island is just 7 miles long with peaceful white sandy beaches, 80º sea temperatures, beautiful sunsets,  boating, fishing, all types of water sports, shelling, shopping, tennis, nearby golf courses and great restaurants. Just 30 minutes from Sarasota, 1 hour from Tampa and 2 1/2  hours from Orlando. Enjoy an active vacation, or just kick off your shoes, get your feet in the sand,  and relax in the sunshine.