Located on a barrier island west of St. Petersburg, St. Pete Beach is known for its miles of white sand, sparkling emerald-green waters, seaside resorts, and first-rate restaurants.
St. Pete Beach offers great beach access and plenty of water and outdoor activities, from parasailing to sunset cruises. Find seclusion in the secret gardens of Upham Beach, fish off the famous St. Pete Pier, or rent a stand-up paddleboard to explore the water and watch for dolphins.
St. Pete Beach’s culinary scene offers a wide variety of delicious cuisines, from sophisticated rooftop bars to elegant waterfront dining to award-winning casual restaurants. Visit local favorite PJ’s Oyster Bar. For special occasion dining, try Maritana at Don CeSar. For live music and drinks, head to Jimmy B’s Beach Bar behind the Beachcomber Hotel. For drinks on the sand, head to Undertow Beach Bar. When it’s time to shop, visit the area’s two main streets, bright and colorful Corey Avenue in St. Pete Beach and historic 8th Avenue in Pass-a-Grill, for art, clothing, jewelry, gifts, restaurants and more.
For a fun beach getaway, book a room or bungalow at the super cool and colorful Postcard Inn. For big family fun, Tradewinds Island Grand Beach Resort offers a 16,000-square-foot floating water park, “dive-in” movies at the pool, and a variety of water activities right at the resort. Plus, RumFish Beach Resort features pirate shows, zip lines, and a 34,000-gallon aquarium with snorkeling.
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Beach
Enjoy time on our award-winning beach.
Family Fun
St. Pete Beach and the surrounding area offer a number of kid-friendly attractions and activities, including pirate cruises and museums.
Museums, Arts and Entertainment
See a play or visit a museum or art galleries.
Outdoor Adventures
You can windsurf, book a fishing charter, rent kayaks and bikes, and more.
Pet-Friendly Adventures
Bring your four-legged best friend to Pass-a-Grille for a stroll along the pier, play in the dog park, and explore dog-friendly areas of the beach.
Accessibility
St. Pete Beach offers easily accessible beaches, parks and attractions.
dining
Choose from upscale waterfront restaurants, casual beach dining, fun cafés and more.
shopping
Enjoy shopping on the area’s two main streets: Corey Avenue in St. Pete Beach and historic 8th Avenue in Pass-a-Grille.
spa
Spas in St. Pete Beach include Spa Oceana by Don CeSar;
Inclusivity
The area is home to Florida’s largest Pride festival.
Sports
See the Tampa Bay Rays play at Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg.
Accommodation
Choose from luxury hotels, activity-packed beach resorts, vacation rentals and more.
