Still need to help Santa take care of some of those last-minute gifts? No need to sweat it while visiting AMI. The island offers a cornucopia of locally owned boutiques, souvenir stores, outfitters and others that make shopping a breeze.
Pine Avenue in Anna Maria Island makes a marvelous stretch with shops like Beach Bums, which sells clothing and accessories; and Island Charms specialty jewelry store; the funky Pineapple Marketplace with home decor, treasures and collectibles; and The Island Cabana, a resort, lifestyle beachwear and gifts boutique. A kid-friendly choice is the Shiny Fish Emporium, which sells children’s clothing, toys, and collectibles. And children can create their own gifts for grandma and grandpa!
In Holmes Beach, discover West Coast Surf Shop with beachwear, swimwear, accessories and surf gear. Island Bazaar packs its shelves with brand names, including Reef, Sun Bum, Ray Ban, Body Glove, Maui Jim, and more. Then there is the Sun and Surf Beach Shop, which sells footwear, children’s, men’s and women’s clothing, hats, beach blankets, and more. And all the shops sell souvenir T-shirts and hoodies. You are sure to find a special something that is perfect for the outdoor enthusiast on your list.
The Historic Bridge Street area in Bradenton Beach is lined with unique shops, along with restaurants and bars to take a breather between browsing. The Bridge Street Bazaar, sister store to Island Bazaar in Holmes Beach, sells brands such as Salt Life, Costa, Sanuk, and more for the beach-lover in your life. Find one-of-a-kind gifts at Bridge Street Jewelers and Back Alley Coffee Treasures & Bar.
And that’s just getting you started.
When you have hit all the shopping spots on AMI and marked through all the names on your Christmas list, reward yourself with a holiday cocktail at one of the area’s amazing restaurants. From tiki bars to elegant bistros to beachside hangouts, AMI has you covered with mouth-watering meal choices.