David’s St. Pete Guidebook

David
David’s St. Pete Guidebook

Fun & Sun

You can generally reach Treasure Island beaches in less than 15 minutes!
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Treasure Island
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You can generally reach Treasure Island beaches in less than 15 minutes!
Shopping, restaurants, ice cream, parasailing, dolphin cruises... this busy marina sits between the Gulf of Mexico and beautiful Boca Ciega Bay.
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Johns Pass
12800 Village Boulevard
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Shopping, restaurants, ice cream, parasailing, dolphin cruises... this busy marina sits between the Gulf of Mexico and beautiful Boca Ciega Bay.
If you want to spend a peaceful day on the beach—and not fight for parking—I can't recommend Fort De Soto enough. Yes, there's an old military fort there for you to explore, but it's devoid of hotels and traffic lights. If you need anything, there's a gift/snack shop as well. Last time I visited, it was about $5 per vehicle to drive into the park, and parking is free.
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Fort De Soto Park
Fort De Soto Park
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If you want to spend a peaceful day on the beach—and not fight for parking—I can't recommend Fort De Soto enough. Yes, there's an old military fort there for you to explore, but it's devoid of hotels and traffic lights. If you need anything, there's a gift/snack shop as well. Last time I visited, it was about $5 per vehicle to drive into the park, and parking is free.
We're fortunate to have a terrific theme park right here in Tampa Bay. Record-breaking coasters, a zoo's worth of wild animals, and terrific shows make for a very full day.
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Busch Gardens
10165 McKinley Dr
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We're fortunate to have a terrific theme park right here in Tampa Bay. Record-breaking coasters, a zoo's worth of wild animals, and terrific shows make for a very full day.

Neighborhoods

Central Avenue runs from the Bay to the Gulf. Closer to downtown are some of the best local restaurants and shops the area has to offer.
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Central Avenue
Central Avenue
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Central Avenue runs from the Bay to the Gulf. Closer to downtown are some of the best local restaurants and shops the area has to offer.

City/town information

Be sure to grab lunch or spend an afternoon shopping in Gulfport! The beach park has beautiful views of Boca Ciega Bay, and the local shops shouldn't be missed. Most areas in Gulfport offer free parking.
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Gulfport
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Be sure to grab lunch or spend an afternoon shopping in Gulfport! The beach park has beautiful views of Boca Ciega Bay, and the local shops shouldn't be missed. Most areas in Gulfport offer free parking.
A lot of people don't realize that St. Pete Beach is not part of Saint Petersburg, but it's own city. Home of the historic Don Cesar hotel, this town offers plenty of beachfront bars and restaurants. You're probably going to pay for parking, unless you're dining at a place with its own lot.
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St Pete Beach
3300 Gulf Blvd
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A lot of people don't realize that St. Pete Beach is not part of Saint Petersburg, but it's own city. Home of the historic Don Cesar hotel, this town offers plenty of beachfront bars and restaurants. You're probably going to pay for parking, unless you're dining at a place with its own lot.

Sightseeing

The new pier in Saint Pete is a wonderful attraction that's quickly become a local favorite. Events, a bayside beach, ice cream, dining, a nature center, and the best view of the St. Pete skyline from Pier Teak's rooftop bar.
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St. Pete Pier
800 2nd Ave NE
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The new pier in Saint Pete is a wonderful attraction that's quickly become a local favorite. Events, a bayside beach, ice cream, dining, a nature center, and the best view of the St. Pete skyline from Pier Teak's rooftop bar.
Worth a visit for some of the most beautiful tropical foliage you'll ever see. And if you haven't spotted a flamingo yet on your trip, they have plenty for you to photograph! Check Groupon for discounts 👍🏻.
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Sunken Gardens
1825 4th St N
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Worth a visit for some of the most beautiful tropical foliage you'll ever see. And if you haven't spotted a flamingo yet on your trip, they have plenty for you to photograph! Check Groupon for discounts 👍🏻.
People come from all over the world just to visit The Dalí. Beyond the extensive collection of Mr. Dalí's work, there's usually additional, temporary exhibits you won't want to miss.
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Ang Dalí (Museo ni Salvador Dalí)
1 Dali Blvd
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People come from all over the world just to visit The Dalí. Beyond the extensive collection of Mr. Dalí's work, there's usually additional, temporary exhibits you won't want to miss.

Food scene

This is my favorite place to eat 😊. Think TexMex/dive bar that all the locals know and love.
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VIP Lounge & Mexican Restaurant
10625 Gulf Blvd
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This is my favorite place to eat 😊. Think TexMex/dive bar that all the locals know and love.
When I bought my house, my realtor was most excited about how close I was to Mazzaro's. It's legendary with the locals, and it's easy to see why. This busy (seriously, BUSY) market has fresh-made meals, a coffee bar, deli, out-of-this-world bakery, and the best wine selection around. You can order a sandwich, eat on the patio, and people-watch to your heart's content.
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Mazzaro's Italian Market
2909 22nd Ave N
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When I bought my house, my realtor was most excited about how close I was to Mazzaro's. It's legendary with the locals, and it's easy to see why. This busy (seriously, BUSY) market has fresh-made meals, a coffee bar, deli, out-of-this-world bakery, and the best wine selection around. You can order a sandwich, eat on the patio, and people-watch to your heart's content.
Ice cream is my weakness... and unfortunately for me there's a great, local place nearby called Bright Ice. Their original location is a short drive down to 5th Ave N. New flavors are introduced monthly, but they always carry their staples like Blueberrles with Cinnamon, Caramelized Bananas with Peanut Butter & Honey, and my favorite, Lemon with Crystallized Ginger.
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Bright Ice
3701 5th Ave N
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Ice cream is my weakness... and unfortunately for me there's a great, local place nearby called Bright Ice. Their original location is a short drive down to 5th Ave N. New flavors are introduced monthly, but they always carry their staples like Blueberrles with Cinnamon, Caramelized Bananas with Peanut Butter & Honey, and my favorite, Lemon with Crystallized Ginger.

Nightlife

Shhh don’t tell anyone… but this laundromat actually isn’t one. It's a fun speakeasy with terrific food, beer and craft cocktails. You’ll have to figure out how to get through the secret entrance. Hint: pick up the pay phone 📞.
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Dirty Laundry
1742 Central Avenue
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Shhh don’t tell anyone… but this laundromat actually isn’t one. It's a fun speakeasy with terrific food, beer and craft cocktails. You’ll have to figure out how to get through the secret entrance. Hint: pick up the pay phone 📞.
This old Art Deco theater was beautifully renovated during the pandemic. It’s now a terrific live music and dancing club.
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Floridian Social Club
687 Central Avenue North
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This old Art Deco theater was beautifully renovated during the pandemic. It’s now a terrific live music and dancing club.
This place is lively, day or night. If you're wanting a drink, dinner, live music, dancing... this is one of the hot spots in Saint Pete Beach.
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Jimmy B's Beach Bar
6200 Gulf Blvd
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This place is lively, day or night. If you're wanting a drink, dinner, live music, dancing... this is one of the hot spots in Saint Pete Beach.