St. Petersburg Attractions & Activities

Things to do and Places to see in St. Petersburg

St. Pete Beach

Miles of white-sand beaches, perfect for sunbathing, swimming and water sports. 15 min away. Located at: St. Pete Beach, FL 33706

The Don Cesar

Also known as “The Pink Lady” and “The Pink Palace”, the Don Cesar is a historic beachfront hotel which first opened its doors in 1928. Famous as a favorite stomping-ground for visiting celebrities like author F. Scott Fitzgerald, gangster Al Capone, baseball legend Lou Gehrig, and president Franklin D. Roosevelt. Open to the public, the Don Cesar features a restaurant, bar and lounge, pool bar, gift & retail shops, spa and salon, and Uncle Andy’s Market, where you can grab a coffee or enjoy gelato. 16 min away. Located at: 3400 Gulf Blvd, St. Pete Beach, FL 33706

John’s Pass Village & Boardwalk

A popular local destination with shops, restaurants, a boardwalk, and options for dolphin cruises, fishing charters and waterspouts rentals. 15 min away. Located at: 12945 Villages Blvd, Madeira Beach, FL 33708

St. Pete Beach Community Center Water Park

Community center with a gym, pool, playground, and waterfront park, plus regular movies and concerts. 8 min away. Located at: 7701 Boca Ciega Dr, St. Pete Beach, FL 33706

St. Pete Pier

A waterfront destination with dining, shopping and recreational activities. 20 min away. Located at: 800 2nd Ave NE, St. Petersburg, FL 33701

Vinoy Park

A scenic park along the waterfront, popular with locals for events and as a great picnic destination. 20 min away. Located at: 701 Bayshore Dr NE, St. Petersburg, FL 33701

Skyway Fishing Pier

A fantastic fishing pier with a bait shop and fabulous scenic views. Also a popular for spotting dolphins. 24 min away. Located at: 4905 24th St. S., #5000, St. Petersburg, FL, 33711

Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf

Putt putt golf with live alligators! Open 365 days a year. 20 min away. Located at: 15395 Gulf Blvd, Madeira Beach, FL 33708

Ten Pin Lanes

A classic bowling experience with a welcoming atmosphere. 10 min away. Located at: 1453 Pasadena Ave S, South Pasadena, FL 33707

Great Explorations Children’s Museum

An interactive museum designed for children to learn through play. 25 min away. Located at: 1925 4th St. N., St. Petersburg, FL 33704

The Dali Museum

A world-class museum which houses the largest collection of Salvador Dali’s works outside of Europe. 20 min away. Located at: 1 Dali Blvd, St. Petersburg, FL 33701

Sunken Gardens

One of Florida’s original roadside attractions dating back to the early 1900s! A lush botanical garden featuring exotic plants, flamingos, koi, turtles and more. 25 min away. Located at: 1825 4th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33704

Fort De Soto Park

A historic park with beaches, nature trails and a historic fort. 20 min away. Located at: 3500 Pinellas Byway S, Tierra Verde, FL 33715

Weedon Island Preserve

A nature preserve offering hiking, kayaking and with a cultural center. 30 min away. Located at: 1800 Weedon Dr NE, St. Petersburg, FL 33702

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