Title: Things to Do in Holmes Beach in 2026 | Expedia.com [Holmes Beach Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Holmes-Beach.dx55128)[Hotels in Holmes Beach](https://expedia.com/Holmes-Beach-Hotels.d55128.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Holmes Beach](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Holmes-Beach.d55128.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Holmes Beach](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Holmes-Beach.d55128.Car-Rental-Guide)[Holmes Beach Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Holmes-Beach.d55128.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Holmes Beach ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Holmes Beach Types of activities Where to stay [Holmes Beach Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Holmes-Beach.dx55128) ![C1804A Waterfront homes on Gulf of Mexico at Holmes Beach, Florida](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55128/69d0c2cc-beef-46c8-a9dc-4b17b614501a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![C1804A Waterfront homes on Gulf of Mexico at Holmes Beach, Florida](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55128/69d0c2cc-beef-46c8-a9dc-4b17b614501a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![I found the end of the rainbow.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55128/74cdbba3-14bd-4079-b795-c318a8e7afca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Fantastic sunsets on Holmes Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55128/9a2bba7f-ef6e-4b24-aacb-250033bc63bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![#pink #sunset #annamariaisland #florida](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55128/83696f5e-caf4-46d3-b37b-10297588955f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ### Holmes Beach Attractions They say that the best things come in small packages, and this intriguing city is no exception to the rule. From amazing tourist attractions to exciting excursions, there are tons of things to do in Holmes Beach. If you're ready to explore Holmes Beach, join a few of the top [tours & day trips](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=55128&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=ToursDayTrips) on offer, and let a friendly expert show you some of the most popular landmarks. Offering free cancellations and no added fees, our top {46 fun activities in Holmes Beach [fun activities in Holmes Beach](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=55128&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent)} are also worth browsing through. --- --- ### Most popular activities in Holmes Beach ### Tours & day trips [See all 32 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=55128&location=Holmes+Beach&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47882758/2ec2e6d6-5025-4030-af1a-c50911af2840.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour 2h 10/10 21 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $55 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/bradenton-anna-maria-island-guided-kayaking-manatee-tour.a47882758.activity-details?&rid=55128&location=Holmes+Beach&swp=off) ![Island Sunset and Skyway Light Show - 3hr Boat Cruise in St. Pete](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45039552/8a742302-1cf3-4c56-8c73-f0aaa728f718.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Island Sunset and Skyway Light Show - 3hr Boat Cruise in St. Pete 3h 9.8/10 165 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $80 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/island-sunset-and-skyway-light-show-3hr-boat-cruise-in-st-pete.a45039552.activity-details?&rid=55128&location=Holmes+Beach&swp=off) ![Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48232968/8cab5e42-6a9e-455e-b915-5a5b1953dd72.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour 1h 10/10 3 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $99 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/anna-maria-island-bradenton-beach-parasailing-tour.a48232968.activity-details?&rid=55128&location=Holmes+Beach&swp=off) ![Anna Maria Island and Bradenton: Sunset Kayak Dolphin Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47815915/af51b4cf-b88e-466d-8084-4306da8e3248.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Anna Maria Island and Bradenton: Sunset Kayak Dolphin Tour 2h 10/10 20 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $60 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/anna-maria-island-and-bradenton-sunset-kayak-dolphin-tour.a47815915.activity-details?&rid=55128&location=Holmes+Beach&swp=off) ![90-Minute Parasailing Adventure in Anna Maria Island, FL](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46924336/8d60f70e-9e3a-4e48-ad47-d067e71cb378.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 90-Minute Parasailing Adventure in Anna Maria Island, FL 1h 15m 10/10 2 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $100 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/90-minute-parasailing-adventure-in-anna-maria-island-fl.a46924336.activity-details?&rid=55128&location=Holmes+Beach&swp=off) ![Robinson Preserve Mangrove Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47720463/fe658243-ca11-4729-8141-8052d5e2d837.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Robinson Preserve Mangrove Tour 2h 10/10 3 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $55 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/robinson-preserve-mangrove-tour.a47720463.activity-details?&rid=55128&location=Holmes+Beach&swp=off) ![St. Pete Dolphin Watching and Shelling Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45387966/0a207157-2c1d-4ed2-9e0e-f986c5c6c140.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### St. Pete Dolphin Watching and Shelling Adventure 3h 9.6/10 10 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $43 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/st-pete-dolphin-watching-and-shelling-adventure.a45387966.activity-details?&rid=55128&location=Holmes+Beach&swp=off) ![Anna Maria Island Dolphin Sightseeing Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50160530/7a06a4c7-4feb-4a92-8635-a0c315dc3d1d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Anna Maria Island Dolphin Sightseeing Adventure 2h 10/10 3 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $55 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/anna-maria-island-dolphin-sightseeing-adventure.a50160530.activity-details?&rid=55128&location=Holmes+Beach&swp=off) ![The Skyway Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2605293/a8cab6ad-0cf0-4e50-8bc8-c9ac7068fb4d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### The Skyway Tour 3h 30m 10/10 15 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $75 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/the-skyway-tour.a2605293.activity-details?&rid=55128&location=Holmes+Beach&swp=off) ![Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47873661/72af7c39-bd41-4b47-8615-13cdf085eb7d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour 2h 30m 9.6/10 5 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $65 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/anna-maria-island-the-island-kayak-tour.a47873661.activity-details?&rid=55128&location=Holmes+Beach&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 11 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=55128&location=Holmes+Beach&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![Explore Hidden Islands and Dolphins Jet Ski Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51161952/c5a31e79-5fd8-41c5-a35a-df655751b8cb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Explore Hidden Islands and Dolphins Jet Ski Adventure 2h Free cancellation available $225 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/explore-hidden-islands-and-dolphins-jet-ski-adventure.a51161952.activity-details?&rid=55128&location=Holmes+Beach&swp=off) ![Private Egmont Key Excursion](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51195352/0cd15a80-18ba-4b04-83b6-7647e247cd49.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Egmont Key Excursion 3h Free cancellation available $500 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-egmont-key-excursion.a51195352.activity-details?&rid=55128&location=Holmes+Beach&swp=off) ![Private Dolphin and Intracoastal Tour of Anna Maria Island](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51211324/bc801765-1cad-43c8-ac73-5f5bb60b4036.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Dolphin and Intracoastal Tour of Anna Maria Island 2h Free cancellation available $375 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-dolphin-and-intracoastal-tour-of-anna-maria-island.a51211324.activity-details?&rid=55128&location=Holmes+Beach&swp=off) ![Sarasota Florida: Skyway Fishing Tours](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47827032/17e0a4b4-1c36-4781-bf7d-71578555171f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sarasota Florida: Skyway Fishing Tours 4h+ 10/10 2 verified reviews Free cancellation available $550 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/sarasota-florida-skyway-fishing-tours.a47827032.activity-details?&rid=55128&location=Holmes+Beach&swp=off) ![Madeira Beach - Shell Key - Dolphins - Half Day Private Boat Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46780327/67926bcf-db8c-4bb0-8886-f5d166579963.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Madeira Beach - Shell Key - Dolphins - Half Day Private Boat Tour 4h 10/10 8 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $429 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/madeira-beach-shell-key-dolphins-half-day-private-boat-tour.a46780327.activity-details?&rid=55128&location=Holmes+Beach&swp=off) ![Yacht party cruise in St. Petersburg to Shell Key](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47557944/6a227f7e-2591-42dd-9738-e7b3d91dbb06.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Yacht party cruise in St. Petersburg to Shell Key 4h 10/10 1 verified review Free cancellation available $765 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/yacht-party-cruise-in-st-petersburg-to-shell-key.a47557944.activity-details?&rid=55128&location=Holmes+Beach&swp=off) ![Half-Day Private Bird Tour of Fort De Soto Park in St. Petersburg - 2 perso...](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4954334/ae299cd6-a4ce-43be-b770-7c4267efeddd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Half-Day Private Bird Tour of Fort De Soto Park in St. Petersburg - 2 perso... 5h 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available $325 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/half-day-private-bird-tour-of-fort-de-soto-park-in-st-petersburg-2-person-max.a4954334.activity-details?&rid=55128&location=Holmes+Beach&swp=off) ![Anna Maria Island Dolphins & Beginners Snorkeling Adventure 4Hrs](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51541335/d2c88f02-d50d-486d-828d-3482c2de78a0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Anna Maria Island Dolphins & Beginners Snorkeling Adventure 4Hrs 4h Free cancellation available $700 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/four-hour-beginners-snorkeling-with-dolphins-and-manatees.a51541335.activity-details?&rid=55128&location=Holmes+Beach&swp=off) ![Anna Maria Island Dolphins & Beginners Snorkeling Adventure 3hrs](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51535478/96694cb5-87fd-4f3f-b29c-36dfb3bcdd75.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Anna Maria Island Dolphins & Beginners Snorkeling Adventure 3hrs 3h Free cancellation available $580 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/three-hour-dolphins-and-beginners-snorkeling-adventure.a51535478.activity-details?&rid=55128&location=Holmes+Beach&swp=off) ![Private Luxury Boat Charter to Egmont, Fort DeSoto and Shell Key](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51516745/5e85516a-3823-4744-9698-78dad4b57877.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Luxury Boat Charter to Egmont, Fort DeSoto and Shell Key 2h Free cancellation available $575 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-luxury-boat-charter-to-egmont-fort-desoto-and-shell-key.a51516745.activity-details?&rid=55128&location=Holmes+Beach&swp=off) ### Adventure & outdoor [See all 5 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=55128&location=Holmes+Beach&filter.categories=AdventureOutdoor) ![The Skyway Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2605293/a8cab6ad-0cf0-4e50-8bc8-c9ac7068fb4d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### The Skyway Tour 3h 30m 10/10 15 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $75 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/the-skyway-tour.a2605293.activity-details?&rid=55128&location=Holmes+Beach&swp=off) ![Private 4 hr Fishing Tour with Master Captain Bill Phillips](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46759598/94870013-787b-4e74-b4ad-9ffe9d2f04e9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private 4 hr Fishing Tour with Master Captain Bill Phillips 4h 10/10 2 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $650 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-4-hr-fishing-tour-with-master-captain-bill-phillips.a46759598.activity-details?&rid=55128&location=Holmes+Beach&swp=off) ![Sarasota Florida: Skyway Fishing Tours](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47827032/17e0a4b4-1c36-4781-bf7d-71578555171f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sarasota Florida: Skyway Fishing Tours 4h+ 10/10 2 verified reviews Free cancellation available $550 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/sarasota-florida-skyway-fishing-tours.a47827032.activity-details?&rid=55128&location=Holmes+Beach&swp=off) ![Private 8 hour Fishing Activity with Master Captain Bill](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48857969/1e2327b3-6caf-4c54-9b17-9c32233dd89a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private 8 hour Fishing Activity with Master Captain Bill 8h 10/10 1 verified review Free cancellation available $1,050 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-8-hour-fishing-activity-with-master-captain-bill.a48857969.activity-details?&rid=55128&location=Holmes+Beach&swp=off) ![6 Hour Private Fishing Tour in Sarasota with Master Captain Bill](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48813420/168e7deb-bc10-431b-bec7-0ddd108cf66b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 6 Hour Private Fishing Tour in Sarasota with Master Captain Bill 6h Free cancellation available $850 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/6-hour-private-fishing-tour-in-sarasota-with-master-captain-bill.a48813420.activity-details?&rid=55128&location=Holmes+Beach&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Holmes Beach | Number of things to do | 46 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [St. Pete Dolphin Watching and Shelling Adventure](/things-to-do/st-pete-dolphin-watching-and-shelling-adventure.a45387966.activity-details): $43 | | Top 5 things to do | [Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour](/things-to-do/anna-maria-island-bradenton-beach-parasailing-tour.a48232968.activity-details)[Robinson Preserve Mangrove Tour](/things-to-do/robinson-preserve-mangrove-tour.a47720463.activity-details)[Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour](/things-to-do/bradenton-anna-maria-island-guided-kayaking-manatee-tour.a47882758.activity-details)[St. Pete Dolphin Watching and Shelling Adventure](/things-to-do/st-pete-dolphin-watching-and-shelling-adventure.a45387966.activity-details)[Tierra Verde: Kayak Tour at Shell Key with Capt Yak](/things-to-do/tierra-verde-kayak-tour-at-shell-key-with-capt-yak.a48252137.activity-details) | | Under $25 | | | With kids | [St. Pete Dolphin Watching and Shelling Adventure](/things-to-do/st-pete-dolphin-watching-and-shelling-adventure.a45387966.activity-details)[Exclusive Kayak Expedition: Exploring the Mangroves to Shell Key](/things-to-do/exclusive-kayak-expedition-exploring-the-mangroves-to-shell-key.a5054973.activity-details)[Island Sunset and Skyway Light Show - 3hr Boat Cruise in St. Pete](/things-to-do/island-sunset-and-skyway-light-show-3hr-boat-cruise-in-st-pete.a45039552.activity-details)[Small Group Kayak Tour of the Shell Key Preserve](/things-to-do/small-group-kayak-tour-of-the-shell-key-preserve.a1358870.activity-details)[Anna Maria Island: Dolphin Cruise](/things-to-do/anna-maria-island-dolphin-cruise.a50521897.activity-details) | ## What to do in Holmes Beach - With kids ### Things to Do in Holmes Beach with Kids There's fun for all the family no matter where you wander in Holmes Beach. Here are a few [family friendly experiences](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=55128&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=Family%20Friendly) to enjoy together that are sure to make your trip a blast: - [Shell Key Island Excursion -3hrs.and 30min. Trip](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/shell-key-island-excursion-3hrs-and-30min-trip.a179743.activity-details) - [Dolphin Watching Tour](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/dolphin-watching-tour.a179737.activity-details) - [City Sightseeing Tour of Sarasota](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/city-sightseeing-tour-of-sarasota.a1008462.activity-details) - [Clear Kayak Tour of Shell Key Preserve and Tampa Bay Area](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/clear-kayak-tour-of-shell-key-preserve-and-tampa-bay-area.a1278066.activity-details) --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Holmes Beach? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Holmes Beach ![Closed for Winter. Santa Cruz, California.; Shutterstock ID 539586901](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621563219950/77164216-f43f-44c3-9283-b29b66691407.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### West Coast Surf Shop You can do some window-shopping at West Coast Surf Shop during your visit to Holmes Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets. [](https://expedia.com/West-Coast-Surf-Shop-Holmes-Beach.d553248621563219950.Vacation-Attraction) #### AMI Paddleboard Adventures You can take time to visit AMI Paddleboard Adventures during your travels to Holmes Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.com/AMI-Paddleboard-Adventures-Holmes-Beach.d553248621532652591.Vacation-Attraction) #### Island Gallery West You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Island Gallery West during your travels in Holmes Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Island-Gallery-West-Holmes-Beach.d6295664.Vacation-Attraction) ### Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Holmes Beach ![Sarasota, florida, bradenton beach, Shutterstock ID 1052846027, Purchase Order: Wave 0 First Batch, Order Number: , Client/Licensee: Hotels.com / BEX, Other: Mixed Budget](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621565259960/4bf2b734-4aa3-4dfe-b672-837a32a859e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Ilexhurst 4/5(1 area review) If you're spending some time in Ilexhurst, Anna Maria Sound and Bradenton Beach are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.com/Sarasota-Ilexhurst.dx553248635976475937) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Key Royale While Key Royale might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Bradenton Beach and Holmes Beach Beaches. [](https://expedia.com/Sarasota-Key-Royale.dx553248635976481193) [See our Where To Stay guide](https://expedia.com/Holmes-Beach.dx55128.Where-To-Stay?rfrr=TG.LP..Neighborhoods) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Holmes Beach ![Boulders placed on beach to prevent erosion.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6020/66708d2e-40fe-46a9-b2d2-0afb2d4632bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Bradenton ![Inviting Hammock on Bradenton Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10159/83751852-bcde-4e15-9bc1-d49a1659a839.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Bradenton Beach ![The day comes to a close over the Gulf of Mexico. Bean Point Beach is at the Northwest end of Anna Maria Island. A nice wide beach with fine white sand. A little more secluded than some of the other beaches nearby.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/74028/8bf298b4-fe4b-49ec-a6ce-565760a5baca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Anna Maria ![whte recreational boats and yachts in Bradenton, Florida](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248623461959293/d210812b-8842-4882-a60a-8a81f65590c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Cortez ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Holmes Beach worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Holmes Beach? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Holmes Beach? ### Is three days enough to stay in Holmes Beach? ### Is Holmes Beach a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Holmes Beach with kids? > - [St. Pete Dolphin Watching and Shelling Adventure](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/st-pete-dolphin-watching-and-shelling-adventure.a45387966.activity-details) > - [Exclusive Kayak Expedition: Exploring the Mangroves to Shell Key](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/exclusive-kayak-expedition-exploring-the-mangroves-to-shell-key.a5054973.activity-details) > - [Island Sunset and Skyway Light Show - 3hr Boat Cruise in St. Pete](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/island-sunset-and-skyway-light-show-3hr-boat-cruise-in-st-pete.a45039552.activity-details) > - [Small Group Kayak Tour of the Shell Key Preserve](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/small-group-kayak-tour-of-the-shell-key-preserve.a1358870.activity-details) > - [Anna Maria Island: Dolphin Cruise](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/anna-maria-island-dolphin-cruise.a50521897.activity-details) ### What to do in Holmes Beach for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Holmes Beach? ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - Lodging - Flights - Packages - Cars - Vacation Rentals - Other - [Anna Maria Island Hotels ](https://www.expedia.com/Anna-Maria-Island-Hotels.d553248622847118534.Travel-Guide-Hotels) - [Oceanfront Hotels in Anna Maria Island ](https://www.expedia.com/Anna-Maria-Island-Hotels-Oceanfront-Hotels.0-0-d553248622847118534-tOceanfrontHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Hotels near AMI Paddleboard Adventures ](https://www.expedia.com/AMI-Paddleboard-Adventures-Hotels.0-l553248621532652591-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - 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