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Dolphin Tours

A dolphin tour is a fun way to see more of the area's sealife up close. Local tours cruise the bays in search of bottlenose dolphins, with some excursions also including sandbar stops and sunset cruises. Whether you’re traveling with kids or simply want a different perspective of the Gulf Coast, getting out on the water can be one of the most memorable parts of an island vacation.

Palm trees and white sand along a waterfront trail at Bean Point Beach

Bean Point Beach

Located at the northern tip of Anna Maria Island, Bean Point Beach is a scenic spot known for its wide-open views, soft sand, and peaceful setting. With the Gulf of Mexico on one side and Tampa Bay on the other, this stretch of shoreline offers beautiful scenery in every direction and is especially popular for watching the sunset. It’s a great choice for a relaxing beach day or an early morning walk along the coast.

Waves and clouds seen from the shoreline at Manatee Beach at sunset

Manatee Beach

Manatee Beach is an excellent choice for a classic Anna Maria Island beach day. This wide stretch of white sand is easily accessible and offers amenities that make spending time by the Gulf incredibly simple. After swimming or enjoying the ocean breeze, visitors can grab a bite at the nearby cafe or explore some of the shops and restaurants in Holmes Beach. With its central location and family-friendly feel, Manatee Beach is one of the island’s most popular spots to enjoy the Gulf.

A lifeguard stand and wide-open sand on a clear day at Coquina Beach

Coquina Beach

Set at the southern end of Anna Maria Island, Coquina Beach offers a beautiful stretch of Gulf shoreline surrounded by natural scenery. The beach is a popular spot for swimming, sunbathing, shell collecting, and watching the sunset, while the surrounding park provides picnic areas, restrooms, showers, and other amenities. For visitors looking for a well-equipped beach with plenty of room to spread out, Coquina Beach is hard to beat.

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Siesta Beach

As the crowned jewel of Siesta Key, Siesta Beach is world-famous for its wide shoreline of 99% pure-quartz sand that stays comfortably cool on your feet no matter the temperature. This energetic beach hub offers incredible amenities, including sand volleyball courts, shaded picnic pavilions, and a full-service concession stand. It’s an ideal spot for families planning an all-day outing, groups playing casual waterfront sports, or visitors looking to catch the weekly Sunday sunset drum circle.

Calm ocean water at sunset

Crescent Beach

Crescent Beach provides the same flour-soft quartz sand found throughout Siesta Key, but in a noticeably more tranquil setting than its neighboring beaches. This quiet shoreline offers ample space to lay out a towel, read a book, or splash in the calm Gulf waters without the big public crowds. At its southernmost point lies Point of Rocks. This unique limestone formation acts as a natural haven for marine life, making Crescent Beach the island’s premier destination for snorkeling and tidepooling.

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