Anna Maria Island is the ultimate Florida vacation destination: fun in the sun on the white sand beaches, mouthwatering seafood at family-friendly local restaurants, and unique boutiques to finish your souvenir shopping.
If you don’t want to walk everywhere or drive your car, not to worry! The Anna Maria Island trolley makes it easy to navigate the seven-mile stretch of the island.
Here’s everything you need to know to make the most of the service while you’re staying in one of our Anna Maria Island rentals.
About
The Anna Maria Island trolley is a free service that makes it easy to travel around the island in a snap. There are tons of trolley stops throughout AMI (about every two to four blocks), but the three main stops are at Coquina Beach, Manatee Public Beach, and the Anna Maria City Pier. While you can explore Anna Maria Island on the trolley for free, you can also pay a small fee if you would like to stay on the trolley into Sarasota.
This trolley is a great way for the entire family to get around the island while enjoying the Anna Maria Island weather. It’s a family-friendly and safe way to travel, so everyone in your group can pile on. Just make sure to keep your children close at all times! While the trolley is free, donations are always accepted and appreciated. When you hop on, be sure to keep all your belongings close at hand, and if you have a bicycle, stow it on the convenient racks on the outside of the trolley.
Schedule
The Anna Maria Island trolley schedule couldn’t be more accommodating. The service is available every single day of the year, so no matter when you visit, you’ll have affordable and reliable transportation. The trolley runs daily from 6 a.m. until 10 p.m. and stops as frequently as every 20 minutes. Wherever you are on the island, you’ll never have to wait too long for a ride! At the major stops, the trolley will wait up to three minutes before moving on, giving all guests an ample opportunity to board or disembark.
Plan Your Next Stay
Utilizing the Anna Maria Island trolley makes it easy to get to any activity on your itinerary. AMI is truly a hidden gem of the Sunshine State, so what are you waiting for? Contact us today to learn more about our Anna Maria Island rentals and to start planning the vacation of your dreams!
Map
By looking at the Anna Maria Island trolley map, you can see you’ll have plenty of stops to take advantage of. If you’re heading north to Anna Maria City Pier, the trolley begins its journey from Coquina Beach, then stops at Bridge Street, Gulf Drive/27th Street, Manatee County Public Beach, Gulf Drive/Wachovia, and Pine Avenue before arriving at the pier. Alternatively, you can get on the southbound trolley which starts at the pier and travels to Coquina Beach. For specific departure times and a more detailed look at the route, check out this map.
Where to Stay
Once you pop off the trolley for the day, you’ll need a place to spend the night. Luckily, our Bradenton Beach rentals and other accommodations throughout Anna Maria Island are all conveniently located near the trolley stop! We are proud to offer Gulf Coast vacation rentals that will suit any size group with any budget. Our vacation properties are comfortable and secure, giving you peace of mind and allowing you to truly enjoy your getaway.
