You can have a typical romantic evening Feb. 14th… again, or you and your loved one can spend a Valentine’s Day on Anna Maria Island. You can have a nice dinner in any city and have a little romance with a glass of wine. But Anna Maria Island provides the quintessential backdrop of romance and splendor.
This west coast Florida island is a romantic’s dream home. The sun swells over the Gulf of Mexico all year long. The sunsets are iconic. The dining is classic and local.
The attractions center around the local wildlife and nature, including dolphin sunset cruises and romantic hikes through the nature preserves. You can elevate a typical Valentine’s Day evening into something magical.
What are some of the most memorable and exciting romantic activities for your Valentine’s Day on Anna Maria Island?
Private Sailing Boat Excursion
A private sailing excursion is the peak of what you can do on your Valentine’s Day. Bimini Bay Sailing (840 S Bay Blvd, Anna Maria, FL 34216) brings you to the heart of the island by way of its stunning gulf waters.
Rates range from $80 a day to $400 a week depending on the timeframe, delivery and other factors. It’s a stellar experience sailing for popular dolphin hangout areas. Reserve a trip by calling (941) 685-1400, and request a sunset time for that added romantic element.
Valentine’s Day will undoubtedly be popular. For further excursion options, reach out to the crew at Anna Maria Sailing (200 Bridge St, Bradenton Beach, FL 34217) or AMI Charters (424 Pine Ave, Anna Maria, FL 34216). They offer different experience types based around fishing, sailing, dolphin cruising, and more.
Where to See the Sunset
Poets since the beginning of the written word have crafted fine-tuned eulogies to the sun. The sunset over Anna Maria Island is the perfect romantic curtain.
You can capture a stunning and personal view of the sun at a few Anna Maria Island beachside areas. Manatee Public Beach (4000 State Road 64 and Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, FL 34217) is a popular park, but it has a bit more foot traffic than other beaches. For a quieter overall experience, head to the northern side of Anna Maria Island at Bean Point Beach (793 N Shore Dr, Anna Maria, FL 34216), Palmetto Ave. Beach (100 Palmetto Ave, Anna Maria, FL) or Bayfront Park (316 N Bay Blvd, Anna Maria, FL 34216).
Bayfront Park overlooks the eastern side of the island by some popular Anna Maria Island real estate near the island piers. It is open from 5 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Bean Point is the island’s northern tip, and it is easily the quietest and most immediately romantic beachside escape you could find on the island, second only to a private beach.
Palmetto Avenue Beach and Dining
Palmetto Avenue Beach (100 Palmetto Ave, Anna Maria, FL 34216) is a major beach park area on the north side of the island. It has a modest population and is right next to arguably the most romantic of the Anna Maria island restaurants, the Sandbar (100 Spring Ave, Anna Maria, FL 34216). Guests can savor local seafood, some wine, and soft island music, with their feet in the sand.
We offer Anna Maria Island homes for sale as well as vacation condos that represent the pinnacle of small island living. Our team can introduce visitors to Anna Maria Island, giving them a transparent view of the island’s culture and community.
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Plan Your Stay
Whether you plan on vacationing or relocating, we can assist you. You can ease yourself into this tropical paradise by calling our team at (800) 367-1617 or (941) 778-6696.