Best Souvenir Shops on Anna Maria Island: My Insider Guide

Updated: September 2026

Anna Maria Island is a paradise of sugar-white sand and turquoise water and it also turns out to be a great place to shop. The shops here are filled with keepsakes that reflect the place not generic beach merchandise you could find anywhere.

Whether you are searching for a hand-painted seashell, a well-worn surf brand tee, or a piece of handcrafted jewelry, there is something for every taste. Many shops carry the work of local artists, so what you bring home may be as one-of-a-kind as the trip itself.


Best Souvenir Shops by Category

  • Best for classic souvenirs – Alvin’s Island
  • Best for boutique gifts – Cove
  • Best for surf gear – West Coast Surf Shop
  • Best for apparel – Two Sides of Nature
  • Best for quirky finds – Ginny’s & Jane E’s
  • Best for sip & shop – The Fox Mercantile

Here are the best souvenir shops on Anna Maria Island, organized by city from north to south.


Souvenir Shops in Anna Maria

Pine Avenue anchors shopping in the city of Anna Maria, with a few more stops along Gulf Drive and Bay Boulevard. For restaurants, activities, and more along the street, see Pine Avenue on Anna Maria Island: My Insider Guide.

AMI Outfitters

  • 401 Pine Avenue · Anna Maria
  • 941-254-4996
  • Monday – Saturday · 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM

Skip the trinkets and bring home something you will actually wear. AMI Outfitters sells branded hats, performance sun shirts, and gear built for time on the water or along the shoreline.

Anna Maria General Store

Anna Maria Island General Store
  • 503 Pine Avenue · Anna Maria
  • 941-779-9200
  • Monday – Saturday · 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Sunday · 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM

Grocery and deli come first here, but a small selection of embroidered caps, branded apparel, and coastal keepsakes sits alongside the provisions. It is an easy way to pick up a memento while strolling Pine Avenue. For a full look at everything the store offers, see my my Island Living Made Easy with Anna Maria General Store guide.

Beach Blossom Studio

  • 505 Pine Avenue · Anna Maria
  • 941-451-7050
  • Daily · 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Original artwork is the draw at Beach Blossom Studio. It appears on illustrated phone cases, tote bags, mugs, keychains, and journals, alongside unique jewelry. Nothing here looks mass-produced which is exactly why it is worth keeping long after the tan fades.

Ginny’s and Jane E’s Café and Coastal Store

Anna Maria Island - Green Turtle Store
  • 9807 Gulf Drive · Anna Maria
  • 941-778-3170
  • Daily · 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM

The tarpon oil painting hanging in my home came from Ginny’s and Jane E’s, painted in soft blues and silver, and it remains one of my favorite island purchases. The shop is retro and a little quirky, with handmade coastal jewelry, whimsical postcards, seashell art, upcycled crafts, and custom T-shirts. Pair it with a meal at the café, also featured in my Ultimate Guide to Breakfast on Anna Maria Island.

Pineapple Marketplace

  • 425 Pine Avenue · Anna Maria
  • 941-216-4226
  • Monday – Saturday · 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
  • Sunday · 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

More than 30 local vendors share one roof here, which makes Pineapple Marketplace something like a boutique-style flea market. Island apparel, handcrafted jewelry, coastal home decor, and novelty gifts fill the space. It is the best bet on the island for a keepsake nobody else will have.

Q’s Boutique

  • 9701 Gulf Drive · Anna Maria
  • 515-210-4364
  • Monday – Saturday · 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
  • Sunday · 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Q’s Boutique is a small coastal shop with beachy home decor, handmade jewelry, stylish apparel, and accessories. It works just as well for a treat for yourself as it does for a gift to take home to someone else.

Shiny Fish Emporium

  • 306 Pine Avenue · Anna Maria
  • 941-896-9742
  • Monday – Friday · 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM
  • Saturday · 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
  • Sunday · 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Have a sand dollar hand-painted and customized on the spot at this family-run boutique. The rest of the shop mixes local and global artisan pieces, including sparkling jewelry, whimsical accessories, tropical resort wear, original T-shirts, and baby apparel. For more ways to make your own keepsakes on the island, see my Ultimate Guide To Hands-On Experiences On Anna Maria Island.

Two Sides of Nature

  • 101 North Bay Boulevard #1A · Anna Maria
  • 941-779-2432
  • Daily · 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM

Two Sides of Nature is where my annual T-shirt purchase happens. The Anna Maria Island branded T-shirts, sweatshirts, tanks, and crewnecks come in sizes for all ages, and resort-ready apparel and coastal decor like beach-themed signs, candles, and drinkware fill out the shop. It sits in Bayview Plaza, so grab a sweet treat from Two Scoops while you are there

The White Egret

  • 10006 Gulf Drive · Anna Maria
  • 941-778-3782
  • Monday – Friday · 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
  • Sunday · 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM

I have never left The White Egret empty-handed. Somehow I always find something I cannot live without. Home accents, candles, linens, coastal-chic fashion, and curated jewelry fill the shelves in an upscale setting.


Souvenir Shops in Holmes Beach

Holmes Beach has several shopping areas, from the plaza along Marina Drive to stores along East Bay Drive and Gulf Drive.

Alvin’s Island

  • 3602 East Bay Drive · Holmes Beach
  • 305-471-9394 extension 753
  • Daily · 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM

Need a last-minute gift or a beach essential? This is the classic beach souvenir stop, with bright T-shirts, keychains, mugs, shot glasses, towels, toys, and swimwear all in one place.

Island Bazaar

  • 3304 East Bay Drive · Holmes Beach
  • 941-778-3443
  • Daily · 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Beachwear, swimsuits, apparel, jewelry, toys, and island-themed gifts fill Island Bazaar at approachable prices. The organized layout makes browsing easy, and it works for families and solo shoppers alike.

Island Trader

  • 5336 Gulf Drive · Holmes Beach
  • 941-778-5909
  • Daily ( 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Island Trader is an easy, well-stocked stop for Anna Maria Island T-shirts, sweatshirts, jewelry, beach decor, and everyday essentials. Seashell wall art and comfortable island wear are among the highlights.

The Sand Dollar Gift Shop

  • 5302 Marina Drive · Holmes Beach
  • 941-778-2024
  • Monday – Thursday · 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
  • Sunday · 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Candles are my weakness at The Sand Dollar Gift Shop and I have bought quite a few over the years. The shabby-chic interior also holds beach-inspired clothing, jewelry, home decor, bath products, and distinctive gifts. If you are already in the plaza, pair your visit with a slice from Pizzano’s Pizza and Grinderz, featured in my Ultimate Guide to Pizza on Anna Maria Island.

Sun and Surf Beach Shop

Anna Maria Island Sun and Surf Beach Shop
  • 5418 Marina Drive · Holmes Beach
  • 941-778-6497
  • Monday – Saturday · 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
  • Sunday · 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

I always stop to say hello to Romeo out front before heading inside. This family-owned shop carries tropical-themed T-shirts, hats, accessories, beach cover-ups, and branded island items. For more on the parrots outside, see The Colorful Parrots Outside Sun and Surf on Anna Maria Island.

West Coast Surf Shop

Anna Maria island - West Coast Surf Shop
  • 3902 Gulf Drive · Homes Beach
  • 941-778-1001
  • Monday – Saturday · 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM
  • Sunday · 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM

West Coast Surf Shop has been part of my island routine since the early 1980s, when I started buying zip-up jackets here with lettering down the sleeve and a vintage beach photo on the back. Established in 1964, it is recognized as Florida’s oldest surf shop. Branded T-shirts, board shorts, hats, sunglasses, sandals, and beach accessories fill the racks, and it is the place to go for a piece of true Florida surf history.


Souvenir Shops in Bradenton Beach

Historic Bridge Street is the center of shopping in Bradenton Beach, with one longtime favorite on Gulf Drive North. For food, drinks, and things to do nearby, see Bridge Street on Anna Maria Island: My Insider Guide.

Back Alley Treasures

  • 108 Bridge Street · Bradenton Beach
  • 224-209-1480
  • Daily · 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Order a coffee, a spiked smoothie, or a craft beer, then browse a rotating mix of locally crafted finds: stained glass, handmade jewelry, quirky paintings, and repurposed art. It is part café, part bar, and part gallery. It also earns a mention in my Ultimate Guide to Coffee on Anna Maria Island.

Bridge Street Bazaar

  • 107 Bridge Street Unit A · Bradenton Beach
  • 941-778-3400
  • Daily · 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Classic Gulf Coast mementos are the specialty here, right in the middle of historic Bridge Street. Expect island-branded T-shirts, sand dollar accessories, sunglasses, hats, greeting cards, toys, and beach gear.

Cove

  • 104 Bridge Street · Bradenton Beach
  • 941-405-9227
  • Sunday – Wednesday · 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
  • Thursday – Saturday · 10:00 AM to 8:30 PM

Cove feels more like a gallery than a gift shop, so give yourself time. Handcrafted jewelry, sea-glass creations, driftwood decor, and locally made pieces like painted turtle dishes are often one-of-a-kind.

Green Turtle Shell and Gift Shop

  • 701 Gulf Drive North · Bradenton Beach
  • 941-778-2943
  • Daily · 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Often considered the oldest gift shop on Anna Maria Island, Green Turtle is a longtime favorite. Shelves are lined with island T-shirts and hoodies, shot glasses, magnets, seashell decor, handcrafted jewelry, and nautical treasures.

Souvenir Shops in Cortez

Just a few minutes from the island, historic Cortez Village is worth the short detour.

The Fox Mercantile

Anna Maria Island The Fox Mercantile front door
  • 12304 Cortez Road West · Cortez
  • Daily · 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

The vintage hotel keychains are the find here, and they make a fun little keepsake. The Fox Mercantile is a boutique and coffee bar with coastal clothing, jewelry, accessories, homewares, books, and pantry provisions. Foxi Coffee handles specialty espresso, cold brew, and lattes while you browse. It was named Best New Shop of 2024 by Sarasota Magazine. For a full look at everything this spot has to offer, see the The Fox Mercantile in Cortez: My Insider Guide.


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Pine Avenue boutiques, Bridge Street storefronts, and a surf shop with roots in 1964: souvenir shopping is part of the island experience itself. Before you go, explore more of my Anna Maria Island guides to discover the best restaurants, seafood markets, and hidden gems the island has to offer.

— izzy