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St. Petersburg Beach, Florida
St. Petersburg Beach, located directly on the Gulf of Mexico on the
western edge of the Tampa Bay area of Florida, is the perfect location
for you to spend your next vacation. Enjoy the beautiful white four mile
sandy beach of St. Petersburg and take advantage of the many
recreational activities offered. Only 45 minutes from Busch Gardens
and 90 minutes from Disney World, Epcot and Universal Studios, you
will surely want to come to St. Petersburg Beach and experience the
warm gulf sunsets, unique cultural heritage, vast sporting and
recreational activities, fresh seafood and great shopping. There are
world-renowned museums, family fun and endless sunshine. Any
season of the year is a good time to visit St. Petersburg Beach and it
is exceptionably great to put leave the ice and snow behind during
winter months to head south and to enjoy the warm sunny days of
Florida.
St. Petersburg Beach Area Shopping and Other Attractions
You will discover a variety of malls, shopping villages, outlet centers
and specialty stores in the St. Petersburg/Clearwater area. There are
one-of-a-kind boutiques and antique stores clustered together for easy
browsing as well as beachside shops filled with souvenirs and flea
markets, You will find it hard to resist exploring all that the area has to
offer. Observe astounding art and discover the diverse heritage. Opt
for theme park thrills or natural adventures within the pristine park
system. Shop and dine amid boutiques and bistros, both fine and
eclectic. The St. Petersburg/Clearwater area is comprised of 26
communities that have a unique charm, feel and heritage. From the
Greek influence in Tarpon Springs to the Scottish heritage of Dunedin,
the area boasts fascinating culture just waiting to be explored.
St. Petersburg Beach Area Beaches
Home to Fort De Soto Park, America's No. 1-rated beach offers 35
miles of white-sand beaches on some eight major barrier islands.
This includes two other top-rated shores: Caladesi Island, America's
No. 4-rated beach, and Clearwater Beach, ranked No. 1 for city
beaches in the Gulf of Mexico area. You'll find many exciting water
activities right on the beach. Many hotels provide rentals for jet skis,
waverunners and other personal watercraft, as well as the instruction
you'll need to get started. Parasailing boats are always circling the
beaches, and local dive shops can set you up for an underwater
adventure.
St. Petersburg/Clearwater Golf
In St. Petersburg/Clearwater, you'll find a wide variety of courses to
challenge your game. With more than 50 places to play in the area,
you can find a new and exciting course every day of your stay.
History of St. Petersburg Beach
Discover rich history and culture of St. Petersburg Beach, Florida from
early Native American settlements, to the arrival of Spanish
conquistadors in the 1500s, to pioneering citrus farmers, railroad
barons and entrepreneurial land developers.
Nature and Parks of St. Petersburg Beach Area
Get in touch with your wild side. From the pristine beaches of
unspoiled barrier islands to the wildlife that abounds in our
voluminous park lands, the St. Petersburg/Clearwater area is truly a
natural wonder. No visit is complete without experiencing some of
these riches.
Nightlife and Dining
You've come to the right spot for dancing, dining and fun! From a
surfside snack to gourmet fare in elegant resorts - and everything in
between - the St. Petersburg/Clearwater area boasts a splendid
selection of dining options.
St. Petersburg Beach Area Hotels
The Renaissance Vinoy Resort and Golf Club - The elegant
Renaissance Vinoy Resort and Golf Club in St. Petersburg offers
luxurious accommodations and countless amenities, including a day
spa and salon, a fitness center, tennis courts, golf, award-winning
restaurants and a marina. Rooms have terrific views of Tampa Bay
and a heated pool with a cascading waterfall. It is an easy walk to
Redwoods, a downtown restaurant with a superb, eclectic menu and a
romantic, cozy atmosphere.
Don CeSar Beach Resort - Located in St. Petersburg Beach, Florida,
Don CeSar Beach Resort, a Loews Hotel, has everything from
romantic getaways, vacations, and honeymoons to spa and wedding
services. Known as Florida's Legendary Pink Palace since 1928, the
luxury resort is revered internationally for its sprawling, sugar-white
beach, unparalleled dining, rejuvenating Beach Club & Spa, fabulous
fishing, children's program, nearby tennis and golf and award-winning
meeting facilities.