Things To Do
SunRunner
If wanting to try to get the best of both worlds, and enjoy time both at the beach and in the happening area of Downtown St. Pete if you are staying in one of these areas, check out the SunRunner. The SunRunner is a new Bus Rapid Transit service that connects St. Pete Beach and downtown St. Petersburg. SunRunner buses arrive every 15 minutes from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday-Saturday. Evening service runs every 30 minutes from 8 p.m. to midnight.
St. Pete Pier
"A signature destination on the downtown St. Pete waterfront, the St. Pete Pier is the anchor of the St. Pete Pier District, which spreads out across 26 acres. Filled with family-friendly green spaces, eateries, attractions and activities, the St. Pete Pier is the perfect place to spend a day." Check out the bar at the top of the pier: Teak.
The Dalí Museum
"Plan your visit and view an unparalleled collection of works by renowned artist Salvador Dalí, from iconic melting clocks to imaginative visual illusions and avant-garde symbols."
Imagine Museum: Contemporary glass art
Conveniently located in the heart of St. Petersburg, FL, Imagine Museum is a must-visit attraction for art enthusiasts and curious minds alike. Featuring a spectacular collection of contemporary glass art from around the world, experience the evolution glass art and the studio glass art movement.
The James Museum of Western & Wildlife Art
"The James Museum of Western & Wildlife Art provides experiences that inspire human connection and transformation through art depicting the peoples, landscapes, and history of the American West, and wildlife of the world. More than 400 premier works of art including sculpture, paintings and jewelry are on display in the museum’s 26,000 square feet of gallery space. The museum engages the community through programs and educational opportunities, for all ages, that bring our history to life and amplify voices that are not often at the forefront of mainstream western art. When The James Museum opened in April 2018 it became one of the newest additions to St. Petersburg’s thriving arts community."
St. Pete Nightlife
Walk down Central Ave in Downtown St. Pete and hop bar to bar. A string of late-night spots make downtown St. Pete the place for a night on the town. Ruby’s Elixir is a beloved spot that features great live music. Steps away on Central Ave, other notables include Five Bucks Drinkery and the Crafty Squirrel. And just around the corner, you'll find Jannus Live, the courtyard venue that hosts national touring acts. Some other fun options: Park & Rec, My Rich Uncle, Pour Judgment, and Good Night John Boy (70s bar).
Sunken Gardens
"Nestled in the heart of St. Pete, Sunken Gardens is a lush, tropical oasis home to more than 50,000 exotic tropical plants and birds from around the world, including its iconic flamingo flock. At more than 100 years old, Sunken Gardens is St. Pete’s oldest living museum."
Johns Pass
"The 'Pass', as locals refer to it, was created by a hurricane on September 27, 1848. A pirate, John Levique, made the first passage through the newly created pass. Hence the name, Johns Pass. Located on the waterfront at Johns Pass, this quaint turn-of-the-century fishing village is Pinellas County’s #1 tourist attraction. Over one hundred merchants inhabit the Village with unique retail shopping, a variety of restaurants, the local fishing fleet, dolphin watching and shelling tours, boat rentals, parasailing and jet skiing."
Pirate Water Taxi
The Pirate Water Taxi offers daily tours of Tampa with many stops located along the route near attractions, museums, restaurants & parks, including Tampa’s Riverwalk, Sparkman Wharf/Channel District, Harbour Island, Davis Island and more. There is a stop at Armature Works, if you choose to meet us for our Farewell Event and then want to do some exploring of some amazing areas in Tampa.