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Once known as the ‘Sandpile’, the $6.2 million dollar Bradenton Riverwalk is now a public park that rivals any downtown park in Southwest Florida. Bradenton’s most highly anticipated project in decades opened in October 2012 and has been a popular spot for art and music festivals as well as other events. The 1.5 miles long stretch includes an interactive splash zone, first-class skate park, tidal discovery zone, kayak launch, beach… Continue Reading Bradenton Riverwalk

Jet skis (or wave runners) are a great way to explore Anna Maria Island our on your own! Jet skis offer the thrill of flying across the water and allow you to see unique views of AMI! You will get the chance to see all kinds of aquatic wildlife whether you are exploring the Gulf of Mexico, Palma Sola Bay, Manatee River or Tampa Bay! Jet skis can accommodate up to three people on one… Continue Reading Jet Ski Rentals

Lil’ Toot, a 28-foot boat that cruises the Intracoastal Waterway and more, is available for eco-tours, fishing trips, sunrise and sunset cruises! Look for coastal birds and dolphins (they love to ride behind the waves of the boat!) and catch a unique view of Anna Maria Island from the water. Take a family fishing trip to the backwaters of Tampa Bay or Palma Sola Bay. The custom tailored trips are meant… Continue Reading Lil’ Toot Charters

Captain Kim offers personalized tours and the best possible service for the lowest price. She is a third-generation commercial fisherwoman and has been in business for many years. She offers a full variety of boat tours and charters including dolphin watching, hands-on ecology, sandbar hopping, sea shelling, historical tours, and family-fun fishing. Her vessel is a 30-foot pontoon docked at Annie’s Bait and Tackle. Tour Prices: $25 per person for… Continue Reading Captain Kim’s Boat Rides and Charters

Legend Fishing Charters will take you out into the waters of the Gulf of Mexico and Tampa Bay for a productive and enjoyable fishing trip that’s fun for everyone! Bring the kids and get them hooked on fishing! Captain Sam is licensed, insured, professional, and courteous and can help you catch a large variety of fish. He offers Gulf of Mexico offshore and near shore trips as well as Tampa… Continue Reading Legend Fishing Charters

Join Captain Todd and let him take you out into the open waters of the Gulf of Mexico and catch that trophy fish! Captain Todd is the son of recognized Captain RW, who has been featured in “The Great Shark Hunt” on the Discovery Channel. Captain Todd has worked with his father for over 10 years by his side, but now that Captain RW is retired he has taken over… Continue Reading Captain Todd’s Hot Reel Charters

Around the Bend Nature Tours offers professional guides to help you discover Native American history, creatures of Sarasota Bay, and the nature around the Gulf Coast! All of the guides are professionally Certified Master Naturalists through the University of Florida or the National Association of Interpretation. They can take you around Emerson Point in Palmetto, the largest remaining temple ground on Tampa Bay, and learn how the first Floridians lived.… Continue Reading Around the Bend Nature Tours

Hop aboard the Original Pirate Cruise! Leaving daily out of Clearwater Beach, a crew of spirited pirates and swashbucklers will take you out on the PIRATES RANSOM, a custom designed 70’5” vessel built to US Coast Guard requirements and equipped with Furuno Radar, GPS, ship-to-shore radio and life jackets.  Sail out into the Gulf of Mexico along the Intracoastal Waterway and along the way participate in treasure hunts, face painting,… Continue Reading Captain Memo’s Pirate Cruises

There is so much to do at Mixon Fruit Farms, you can spend all day there. From sampling freshly-squeezed orange juice to visiting the wine tasting counter to enjoying the famous orange swirl ice cream cones. If that wasn’t enough, you can browse the gift shop for unique Florida gifts and have lunch at the Groveside Cafe. After lunch, take a ride on Mixon’s Orange Blossom Express! It’s affordable family fun… Continue Reading Mixon Fruit Farms

Located in St. Petersburg, Florida, not too far from Anna Maria Island, the Florida Holocaust Museum honors the memory of millions of people who suffered through or died in the Holocaust. It is dedicated to educating the public about the Holocaust, and the stories of the people affected by it, to teach about the inherent worth of all races and cultures and the dignity of human life in order to… Continue Reading Florida Holocaust Museum