Things To Do
Nearby Restaurants and Bars Pt. 1
- The Wooden Rooster, 104 2nd Ave NE – Creperie serving sweet and savory light bites plus coffee and wine - Maple Street Biscuit Company, 662 Central Avenue – Biscuit sandwiches with Southern sides - Paradeco Coffee Roasters*, 111 2nd Ave NE, #101 – Coffee, tea, smoothies, breakfast bites, and baked goods - Driftwood Café, 800 2nd Ave NE, Ground Floor (Pier) – Coffee, tea, baked goods, and breakfast sandwiches - Cane and Barrel, AC Hotel – Cuban inspired rooftop lounge and bar - Parkshore Grill, 300 Beach Dr NE, #104 – Steaks and seafood paired with fine wines - Bella Brava*, 204 Beach Dr NE – Casual Italian cuisine - Sea Salt, 183 2nd Ave N – Innovative seafood with raw bar - Teak St. Pete, 800 2nd Avenue NE, 4th floor (Pier) – Dining imbued with Florida flair - Urban Stillhouse, 2232 5th Avenue S – Meat and seafood dishes plus cocktails and bourbon tasting - Stillwater Tavern*, 224 Beach Dr NE – Elevated American fare plus a strong beer and cocktail list
Nearby Restaurants and Bars Pt. 2
- Birch & Vine, 340 Beach Dr NE – New American kitchen and cocktails; brunch - Oak & Stone, 199 Central Avenue – Pub grub, artisan pizzas, craft beer and cocktails - Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille, 8790 Bay Pines Blvd. or 610 2nd Avenue NE (Pier) – Seafood with Caribbean and South American flair - Birchwood Canopy, 340 Beach Drive NE - one of Beach Drive’s hottest spots with premier rooftop lounge - Level 11 Rooftop Lounge, Bellewether Beach Resort, 5250 Gulf Blvd – Outdoor rooftop lounge with small plates, cocktails, and an ocean view - Pier Teaki, 800 2nd Avenue NE, 5th floor (Pier) – Bar bites and cocktails - The Yard Milkshake Bar, 111 2nd Ave NE – Ice cream shop - Kilwin’s*, 222 Beach Drive NE – Ice Cream, fudge, and chocolates
St. Pete Pier
Experience one of the area’s favorite places to shop, sightsee, or just relax. Explore Tampa Bay’s unique ecosystem through hands-on experiences at the Discovery Center and Wet Classroom. Take a scenic land and sea adventure on the amphibious Duck Tours of Tampa Bay, enjoy dolphin sightseeing aboard the Dolphin Queen, hop on a surrey bike and pick up souvenirs at the unique shops, boutiques, and galleries. Enjoy upscale dining at Teak restaurant or a rooftop tiki bar with Pier Teaki.
St. Pete Beach
Enjoy the soft white sands and emerald-green waters of Tripadvisor’s #1 named beach in the U.S. in 2021. For hours of family fun, head to Upham Beach Park. Check out the “Secret Garden” on the north end of Upham Beach. You can only get to this lush spot by walking all the way to the north.
Pass-a-Grille Beach
Pass-a-Grille is the very last beach in St. Pete Beach, Florida, located right on the Gulf of Mexico and a quick 20-minute drive from Downtown St. Petersburg. Beach boutiques, fresh seafood joints, and bars make Pass-a-Grille’s 8th Ave the perfect destination for a breezy night out. Don’t miss the outdoor art market and homemade ice cream shop.
Clearwater Marine Aquarium
Visit Clearwater Marine Aquarium, Florida's Marine Life Rescue Center. See rescued dolphins, sea turtles and more! Winter the dolphin's legacy continues.
Sunken Gardens
Immerse yourself in 100 years of beauty and an exotic collection of more than 50,000 tropical plants at Sunken Gardens. Flowers bloom year-round, including thousands of rare orchids found in Orchid Arbor. Make your way along the winding path through thousands of tropical plants and a beautiful pond. A plethora of winged wonders is also in residence-explore the walk-in butterfly enclosure.
The Sundial
Peruse over 25 upscale shops and restaurants at this St. Petersburg mall, including Ann Taylor, Shapiro’s, GBX Shoes, Dan Marino’s Town Tavern, Sunglass Hut, Birkenstock, Chico’s, The Martini Bar, Australian Creations Jewelers, Adobo Grill and more. Take a break from the sun in the AMC Sundial 12, which boasts 20 stadium-seating theaters.
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is the ultimate family adventure, combining world-class thrill rides, live entertainment and more than 12,000 animals. Challenge a 335-foot drop tower, Falcon's Fury, or race like a cheetah on Cheetah Hunt. Busch Gardens' newest attraction, Cobra's Curse puts a spin on family thrills with this one-of-a-kind spin coaster.
Florida Orange Groves Winery
Discover wine unlike any you’ve had before. Florida Orange Groves Winery is renowned for its tropical fruit wine. Sample citrus, stone fruit, and tropical wines alongside more familiar grape wines. Visit their St. Petersburg tasting room for samples of each variety.
St. Petersburg Museum of History
Sharing stories of the Sunshine City for 102 years! Located on St. Pete’s Pier. Featuring Schrader’s Little Cooperstown, the largest collection of autographed baseballs, the world’s first commercial airline flight, and a 3,000-year-old mummy.
The Dalí (Salvador Dalí Museum)
Soak in surreal brilliance at The Dalí Museum, set on the waterfront in downtown St. Pete, and be surrounded by an unparalleled collection of works by renowned artist Salvador Dalí, considered one of the most influential and innovative artists in history. Enjoy a day at the world-class museum – wander through the awe-inspiring building, explore the distinctive gardens and grab a bite at Café Gala.
Chihuly Collection
Presented by the Morean Arts Center is a stunning, permanent collection of world-renowned artist Dale Chihuly's unique glass artwork in a magnificent 10,000 square foot setting designed by award-winning architect Albert Alfonso. The Collection is now located across from the Morean Arts Center and Glass Studio in in the heart of St. Pete.
The Pelican St. Pete
The Pelican is the only boat service from downtown St. Pete’s Pier to Egmont Key. This 60’ vessel comfortably accommodates 49 passengers, includes an inside lounge area with A/C and bathrooms. Available for snorkeling, shelling, private charters, and sunset cruises.
400 Beach Dr NE
The newest, most exciting waterfront shopping experience including restaurants, cafes, galleries, spices and sweets. Between Parkshore Plaza and the Vinoy.
Tropicana Field*
Home of the Tampa Bay Rays. Live stingrays are able to be pet in the outfield during games.