City of St. Petersburg
Official website of the City of St. Petersburg government, with city services, permits, utilities and public meeting information.
St. Petersburg Community Hub
The Sunshine City on Tampa Bay
St. Petersburg, the Sunshine City, is a Pinellas County city on Tampa Bay with a walkable waterfront downtown, the Dalí Museum, the St. Pete Pier and some of Florida's most celebrated Gulf beaches a short drive west. It is a city of museums, craft breweries, a deep independent restaurant scene and year-round community events, with a skyline that keeps growing.
The fast route around town: jump straight to the guide you need, organized by what you came to do. Every card below links to a full Gulf Coast guide, so there is always more depth behind the door.
Today, this weekend & upcoming
Gulf beaches & nearby shorelines
Waterfront, local & fine dining
Venues, stages & waterfront shows
Ramps, marinas & safe passages
Inshore, offshore & from shore
Kid-friendly parks & outings
Theater, opera, orchestra & dance
Keep Exploring
Family Activities
Parks, playgrounds & kid-friendly outings
St. Petersburg family life centers on the waterfront: the St. Pete Pier's playgrounds, splash pads and Spa Beach, Vinoy Park's bayfront lawns and North Shore Park's beach and pool complex. Boyd Hill Nature Preserve and Clam Bayou add trails and wildlife close in, with Fort De Soto's beaches, piers and dog beach about 40 minutes away. The family-activities guide sorts the region's options by age and interest.
St. Pete Pier
26-acre waterfront park and recreation destination with a fishing deck, playgrounds, splash pads and Spa Beach, plus St. Pete Pier Family Days events through the year.
Vinoy Park
Waterfront park along the bayfront next to the historic Vinoy Resort; a portion is under an improvement project.
North Shore Park
Bayfront park with a beach, pool complex, tennis courts and the North Shore Dog Park.
Boyd Hill Nature Preserve
245-acre preserve with trails, boardwalks and wildlife, open Tuesday through Sunday.
Clam Bayou Nature Preserve
Tidal preserve with trails, boardwalks, observation decks and a kayak launch.
Fort De Soto Park
NEARBY: 1,100-acre county park in Tierra Verde with beaches, fishing piers, the historic fort and a dog beach, about 40 minutes from downtown.
Arts & Culture
Theater, opera, orchestra & dance
St. Pete's arts scene is world-class for a city its size: the Dalí Museum and the Museum of Fine Arts anchor the downtown waterfront, the Chihuly Collection and Morean Arts Center hold the glass and gallery programming, Florida CraftArt represents Florida makers, and the Central Avenue and Warehouse arts districts run the studio and gallery life. Theater and concert programming, including the Mahaffey Theater, is covered in the Performing Arts guide.
Local
Houses the largest collection of Salvador Dalí works outside Europe in an iconic waterfront geodesic building.
Open daily 10 AM to 6 PM with extended Thursday hours per current published info; reserving tickets online in advance is recommended; confirm current hours and admission.
Permanent collection of Dale Chihuly glass art in the first building designed for it, including the 20-foot entry sculpture.
Open Monday to Saturday 10 AM to 5 PM and Sunday noon to 5 PM per current published hours, subject to change.
Fine arts museum on the St. Petersburg waterfront with collections spanning 5,000 years.
Open Tuesday to Sunday 10 AM to 5 PM, closed Monday per current published hours; confirm current hours and admission.
Arts center with galleries, clay center and glass programs in the Central Arts District.
Open Monday to Saturday 10 AM to 5 PM, closed Sunday per current published hours; confirm before visiting.
Craft gallery in the Central Arts District with exhibitions of outstanding Florida makers.
Open Monday to Saturday 10 AM to 5:30 PM and Sunday noon to 5 PM per current published hours; confirm before visiting.
A dense concentration of studios, galleries, boutiques and handmade crafts along Central Avenue, which also hosts the monthly ArtWalk gallery walk; confirm current dates and times.
Artist studios and galleries spread through converted warehouses, with periodic art walks; no fixed schedule is asserted here, confirm current dates and times.
Public art installations along the pier and the downtown waterfront; no single venue, everything is outdoors and free to stroll.
Biking & Walking
Trails, trailheads & waterfront walks
St. Pete is built for two wheels and two feet: the Fred Marquis Pinellas Trail runs from downtown 50-plus miles north to Tarpon Springs, and the waterfront walkway links the Pier, Vinoy Park and North Shore. Boyd Hill and Clam Bayou add natural-surface trails within the city, and the biking-walking guide covers trailheads and parking for the regional network.
Fred Marquis Pinellas Trail
The county's 50-plus-mile paved rail trail from St. Petersburg to Tarpon Springs, with city trailheads downtown.
St. Pete Pier
The 26-acre pier district's waterfront walkways end at Spa Beach; the fishing deck is free and open 24/7.
North Shore Park
Bayfront park on Tampa Bay with a beach, tennis courts and the North Shore Dog Park.
Vinoy Park
Waterfront park along the bayfront between the Vinoy Resort and downtown.
Boyd Hill Nature Preserve
245-acre preserve with trails and boardwalks, open Tuesday through Sunday.
Clam Bayou Nature Preserve
Tidal preserve with trails, boardwalks and observation decks at the city's southern edge.
Getting Around
Breeze transit, trolleys & airports
St. Pete is the most walkable city in the site's coverage: downtown's waterfront, dining and museums sit in a compact loop, with I-275 running through the city to Tampa, about 30 minutes away. The commercial airports are PIE, about 13 miles, and Tampa International, about 22 miles. The site's getting-around guide covers the Sarasota side of the region; St. Pete's day-to-day bus and SunRunner BRT details are not in the guides yet, so plan around the walkable core and the car.
I-275
The interstate running through the city, linking St. Pete to Tampa in about 30 minutes.
St. Pete-Clearwater International (PIE)
The closest commercial airport, about 13 miles from downtown.
Tampa International (TPA)
The region's big international airport, about 22 miles away across the bay.
Downtown waterfront loop
The Pier, Beach Drive, Vinoy Park and North Shore form a walkable downtown loop, with the Saturday Morning Market nearby.
Gulf beaches
St. Pete Beach about 25 minutes west, Treasure Island about 30, and Pass-a-Grille about 30 to 35.
Relocation
Step-by-step move planning
Relocating to St. Pete means Pinellas County: Pinellas County Schools with its IB, arts and technology magnets, city and county services split across the city and county, and Duke Energy as the electric provider. Healthcare anchors on Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital, the region's pediatric teaching hospital, plus full-service hospitals around the city. The relocation guide walks utilities setup, Florida residency and insurance; storm-surge risk and rising property insurance costs are the honest trade-offs.
Utilities setup
The relocation guide walks electric, water, internet and waste; Duke Energy Florida provides electric service for the St. Petersburg area.
Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital
The region's pediatric teaching hospital, affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.
St. Anthony's Hospital (BayCare)
Full-service hospital on 7th Avenue North.
Pinellas County Schools
The A- rated district: St. Petersburg High's IB program, Gibbs' Pinellas County Center for the Arts and Lakewood's Center for Advanced Technologies; verify zoning by address.
City of St. Petersburg & Pinellas County
City services, parks and the marina on stpete.org, with county parks, beaches and property records on pinellas.gov.
Flood and hurricane insurance
Hurricane and storm-surge risk is real on the peninsula, and the city's FAQs note rising property insurance costs; flood coverage is separate from homeowners and wind policies.
New here? Start with the essentials worth knowing first: beaches, dining, culture, the water and what is happening this week, in one curated path through the Gulf Coast guides.
New to St. Pete? Start downtown: the Pier, the Dalí Museum and Central Avenue's dining and murals give you the city's character in one walkable loop. The relocation guide covers the newcomer essentials today.
What It's Like
The Sunshine City on Tampa Bay: a walkable waterfront downtown with the St. Pete Pier, the Dalí Museum and Central Avenue's dining and murals, with Gulf beaches about 25 to 40 minutes west.
Beach & LifestyleWho Lives Here
About 264,000 residents: young professionals, families, artists and retirees drawn by the walkable core, the arts scene and the bayfront lifestyle, with Tampa across the bay for work and sports.
Take the QuizWaterfront & Arts
The downtown waterfront links the Pier, Vinoy Park and North Shore Park; the Dalí Museum, Museum of Fine Arts, Mahaffey Theater and Chihuly Collection anchor the arts, and the Pinellas Trail runs 50-plus miles north.
Arts & CultureDining & Entertainment
Michelin-recognized restaurants, raw bars, Neapolitan pizza and craft breweries across downtown and Central Avenue, with the Saturday Morning Market and monthly ArtWalk.
Dining GuideGetting Around
I-275 runs through the city to Tampa in about 30 minutes, I-175 spurs into downtown, US 19 and Gandy Boulevard cross the county, and PSTA's SunRunner BRT runs along Central Avenue; PIE is about 13 miles away and TPA about 22.
Getting AroundSchools & Family
Pinellas County Schools, rated A- by Niche: St. Petersburg High's IB program, Gibbs' Pinellas County Center for the Arts and Lakewood's Center for Advanced Technologies, with assignments address-specific.
Schools & FamilyHousing & Real Estate
Redfin put the median sale price at about $454K in mid-2026, with condos around $345K; downtown condos, historic neighborhoods and waterfront homes span from the $300s into the millions.
Market SnapshotBefore You Buy
Storm-surge risk runs along the bay and Gulf shorelines and property insurance costs have risen, so check the FEMA flood zone for any address and budget for coverage; the relocation guide walks the newcomer checklist.
Relocation GuideNewcomer path: relocation, family activities, dining, getting around and schools & family.
Explore Around St. Petersburg
A short drive in every direction opens a different Gulf Coast. These areas sit just outside the St. Petersburg area.
Artsy waterfront neighbor on Boca Ciega Bay, about 10 minutes south
Wide Gulf beach with resorts and dining, about 25 minutes west
Family-friendly Gulf beach town, about 30 minutes west
Johns Pass village, fishing charters and Gulf beaches, about 30 minutes west
The region's largest city across Tampa Bay, about 30 minutes via I-275
Beach town and downtown district to the northwest, about 30 minutes
Riverfront downtown across the bay, about 45 minutes south
Restaurants & Bars
Every pick is tagged two ways, by cuisine and by experience, so you can find your fit fast. Gold chips jump to the on-page category lists below, and each category carries verified St. Petersburg picks with addresses, phones and websites where confirmed.
By Cuisine
Gold chips jump to the on-page category lists below.
By Experience
Brewery and Nightlife are coming soon; no list yet, so they stay labels.
St. Petersburg dining starts with Il Ritorno and Fortu, with more picks below. Every category card below links to its full region-wide list, and thin categories stay honestly flagged rather than padded.
Full Restaurant GuideTop Picks
Browse by Category
Each category below is part of the master architecture, in the exact master order, with verified picks where available. Every category still links to its full, region-wide dining page.
Downtown and Grand Central Italian kitchens, from modern fine dining to neighborhood trattorias.
Il Ritorno
Modern Italian downtown, a Michelin Guide Recommended restaurant
449 Central Ave, Ste 101, St. Petersburg FL 33701
WebsiteBonu Taverna Italiana
Italian taverna on Central Avenue
601 Central Ave, St. Petersburg FL 33701
WebsiteBellaBrava
Italian kitchen on the Beach Drive waterfront
204 Beach Dr NE, St. Petersburg FL 33701
WebsiteMatteo Trattoria & Pizzeria
Neighborhood trattoria in the Grand Central District
2363 Central Ave, St. Petersburg FL 33713
WebsiteTaquerias and cantinas across Central Avenue, the Grand Central District and the 4th Street corridor.
Casita Taqueria
Tacos and margaritas in the Grand Central District
2663 Central Ave, St. Petersburg FL 33713
WebsitePoppo's Taqueria
Casual taqueria on Central Avenue
1033 Central Ave, St. Petersburg FL 33705
WebsiteNueva Cantina
Cantina fare on 4th Street South
1625 4th St S, St. Petersburg FL 33701
WebsiteChile Verde
Family-run Mexican kitchen near the Grand Central District
2801 22nd Ave N, St. Petersburg FL 33713
WebsiteRaw bars, fish markets and seafood kitchens across downtown, Grand Central and the city's bayfront.
The Oyster Bar
Raw bar and seafood kitchen in the Grand Central District
2245 Central Ave, St. Petersburg FL 33713
WebsiteCheeky's Fish & Raw Bar
Seafood and raw bar in the Grand Central District
2823 Central Ave, St. Petersburg FL 33713
WebsiteMid-Peninsula Seafood Market & Restaurant
Market and kitchen serving the city's south side
400 49th St S, St. Petersburg FL 33707
WebsiteRocking Crab Seafood and Bar
Casual seafood house on 34th Street North
391 34th St N, St. Petersburg FL 33713
WebsiteSteak rooms downtown and on 5th Avenue North; the city's independent and national steakhouses.
Ruth's Chris Steak House
Steakhouse in the downtown core
131 2nd Ave N, St. Petersburg FL 33701
WebsiteRococo Steak
Independent steakhouse with a downtown wine program
655 2nd Ave S, St. Petersburg FL 33701
WebsiteBeau & Mo's Italian Steakhouse
Italian-accented steakhouse on 5th Avenue North
2924 5th Ave N, St. Petersburg FL 33713
WebsiteSushi bars from downtown omakase counters to neighborhood hibachi rooms.
Sushi Sho Rexley
Downtown sushi bar, a Michelin Guide Recommended restaurant
214 2nd St N, St. Petersburg FL 33701
WebsiteThe Lure
Sushi and tapas on Central Avenue
661 Central Ave, St. Petersburg FL 33701
WebsiteSushi Inc
Sushi and rolls downtown
270 1st Ave N, St. Petersburg FL 33701
WebsiteUmami Sushi Hibachi Restaurant and Bar
Sushi and hibachi on Tyrone Boulevard
3942 Tyrone Blvd N, St. Petersburg FL 33709
WebsiteNeapolitan pies downtown and old-school parlors across the neighborhoods.
Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria
Neapolitan-style pizza on Central Avenue
945 Central Ave, St. Petersburg FL 33705
WebsiteCappy's Pizza
Long-running pizza parlor near Crescent Lake
2900 1st Ave N, St. Petersburg FL 33713
WebsiteToby's Original Little Italy Pizza
New York-style slices on 49th Street North
3523 49th St N, St. Petersburg FL 33710
WebsiteBurgers, barbecue and neighborhood grills across Central Avenue and the city's main corridors.
The Burg Bar & Grill
Neighborhood bar and grill on Central Avenue
1752 Central Ave, St. Petersburg FL 33712
WebsiteBurger Monger
Fresh-ground burgers on 4th Street North
1325 4th St N, St. Petersburg FL 33701
WebsiteUrban Brew and BBQ
Barbecue and brewery taproom in the Grand Central District
2601 Central Ave, St. Petersburg FL 33713
Pan-Asian, Thai and Japanese kitchens downtown and across the city.
Fortu
Japanese-inspired Pan-Asian dining downtown, a Michelin Guide Recommended restaurant
97 Central Ave, St. Petersburg FL 33701
Website9 Bangkok
Thai kitchen downtown
571 Central Ave, St. Petersburg FL 33701
WebsiteLanna Thai and Sushi
Thai and sushi on Park Street North
4871 Park St N, St. Petersburg FL 33709
WebsiteSiam Garden Thai
Thai kitchen on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Street North
3125 Dr M.L.K. Jr St N, St. Petersburg FL 33704
WebsiteBreakfast counters, diners and a bayfront brunch room for weekend mornings.
Kissin' Cuzzins Restaurant
Breakfast and brunch favorite on 34th Street North
951 34th St N, St. Petersburg FL 33713
WebsiteKristina's Cafe
Breakfast and lunch cafe on 34th Street North
3590 34th St N, St. Petersburg FL 33713
WebsiteTrip's Diner
Classic diner on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Street North
2339 Dr M.L.K. Jr St N, St. Petersburg FL 33704
WebsiteThe Hangar Restaurant & Flight Lounge
Bayfront brunch on the second floor of Albert Whitted Airport
540 1st St S, St. Petersburg FL 33701
WebsiteBayfront dining from downtown's marina to Boca Ciega Bay and the Skyway waterfront.
Fresco's Waterfront Bistro
Waterfront bistro at the downtown municipal marina
300 2nd Ave NE, St. Petersburg FL 33701
WebsiteBoca Ciega Waterfront Bar & Grill
Waterfront grill on Boca Ciega Bay at Bay Pines
8790 Bay Pines Blvd, St. Petersburg FL 33709
WebsiteTiki Docks Skyway
Waterfront tiki restaurant at the Skyway Marina District
3769 50th Ave S, St. Petersburg FL 33711
WebsiteThe Hangar Restaurant & Flight Lounge
Bayfront dining overlooking Albert Whitted Airport
540 1st St S, St. Petersburg FL 33701
WebsiteTiki bars on the city's bayfront and at the Skyway Marina District; the beach tiki bars at St. Pete Beach are a short drive west.
Tiki Docks Skyway
Tiki bar and grill at the Skyway Marina District
3769 50th Ave S, St. Petersburg FL 33711
WebsiteRed Tiki Bar and Grill
Tiki bar and grill on 46th Avenue North
7361 46th Ave N, St. Petersburg FL 33709
Jimmy B's Beach Bar
NEARBY: beachfront tiki bar on St. Pete Beach, about 25 minutes west
6200 Gulf Blvd, St Pete Beach FL 33706
WebsiteFine dining downtown and on the Beach Drive waterfront, from steak rooms to Michelin-recognized kitchens.
Rococo Steak
Independent steakhouse with a downtown wine program
655 2nd Ave S, St. Petersburg FL 33701
WebsiteIl Ritorno
Modern Italian downtown, a Michelin Guide Recommended restaurant
449 Central Ave, Ste 101, St. Petersburg FL 33701
WebsiteSushi Sho Rexley
Downtown sushi bar, a Michelin Guide Recommended restaurant
214 2nd St N, St. Petersburg FL 33701
WebsiteTryst Gastro Lounge
Gastro lounge on the Beach Drive waterfront
240 Beach Dr NE, St. Petersburg FL 33701
WebsiteKid-friendly dining from pizza parlors to diners, with the Pier District's casual spots nearby.
Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria
Neapolitan pizza on Central Avenue
945 Central Ave, St. Petersburg FL 33705
WebsiteTrip's Diner
Classic diner with a big menu
2339 Dr M.L.K. Jr St N, St. Petersburg FL 33704
WebsiteMetro Diner
Family-friendly diner on 4th Street North
5250 4th St N, St. Petersburg FL 33703
WebsitePoppo's Taqueria
Casual taqueria on Central Avenue
1033 Central Ave, St. Petersburg FL 33705
WebsiteDowntown and Beach Drive rooms for a night out, from tasting menus to raw bars.
Il Ritorno
Modern Italian downtown, a Michelin Guide Recommended restaurant
449 Central Ave, Ste 101, St. Petersburg FL 33701
WebsiteFortu
Pan-Asian tasting menu downtown, a Michelin Guide Recommended restaurant
97 Central Ave, St. Petersburg FL 33701
WebsiteThe Oyster Bar
Raw bar and seafood in the Grand Central District
2245 Central Ave, St. Petersburg FL 33713
WebsiteTryst Gastro Lounge
Cocktails and small plates on the Beach Drive waterfront
240 Beach Dr NE, St. Petersburg FL 33701
WebsitePatios, decks and bayfront seating across downtown and the waterfront districts.
The Hangar Restaurant & Flight Lounge
Open-air bayfront deck at Albert Whitted Airport
540 1st St S, St. Petersburg FL 33701
WebsiteFresco's Waterfront Bistro
Waterfront patio at the downtown marina
300 2nd Ave NE, St. Petersburg FL 33701
WebsiteCasita Taqueria
Patio seating in the Grand Central District
2663 Central Ave, St. Petersburg FL 33713
WebsiteBoca Ciega Waterfront Bar & Grill
Waterfront deck on Boca Ciega Bay
8790 Bay Pines Blvd, St. Petersburg FL 33709
WebsiteDock-and-dine spots on Tampa Bay: courtesy slips at the Pier, the municipal marina and Harborage Marina.
Doc Ford's Rum Bar & Grille
Public courtesy slips behind the restaurant at the St. Pete Pier, first come, first served
800 2nd Ave NE, St. Petersburg FL 33701
Fresco's Waterfront Bistro
Courtesy docks beside the restaurant at the downtown municipal marina
300 2nd Ave NE, St. Petersburg FL 33701
WebsiteThe Big Catch at Salt Creek
Dock alongside the restaurant at Harborage Marina
1500 2nd St S, St. Petersburg FL 33701
WebsiteTiki Docks Bar & Grill
Waterfront tiki restaurant at Maximo Marina
3769 50th Ave S, St. Petersburg FL 33711
WebsiteRestaurants and bars where live music is part of the evening; the dedicated live music section above covers concert venues.
Ferg's Sports Bar & Grill
Downtown sports bar with live music on the stage and a beer garden
1320 Central Ave, St. Petersburg FL 33705
WebsiteCheck back soon: verified pet friendly picks for St. Petersburg are on the way.
See All Pet Friendly RestaurantsGame-day bars are scattered along Central Avenue; Ferg's is the city's classic sports bar, and the beach bars at St. Pete Beach add more screens a short drive west.
Ferg's Sports Bar & Grill
Downtown institution with Tampa Bay sports on every screen
1320 Central Ave, St. Petersburg FL 33705
WebsiteLive Music
Restaurants, bars and waterfront spots where live music is part of the evening come first, then dedicated live-music venues, concert stages and performing arts houses. Theaters and stage shows live in the events and performing arts guides.
A St. Petersburg institution, Ferg's is the go-to spot for live music and Tampa Bay sports. Multiple bars, live music on the stage, outdoor beer garden, and a lively Central Avenue atmosphere.
St. Petersburg's legendary outdoor concert venue, operating since 1984 as Jannus Landing. An intimate open-air courtyard with capacity around 2,000, hosting national touring acts and local bands. The historic brick courtyard creates one of Florida's most unique concert experiences.
A beautifully restored historic theater featuring two performance spaces: Hough Hall (850-seat mainstage) and the intimate Side Door cabaret. Hosts classical, jazz, blues, comedy, and dance performances year-round. A cultural anchor of downtown St. Pete.
St. Petersburg's premier waterfront performing arts venue on Tampa Bay. Hosts Broadway touring productions, national concerts, comedy shows, and symphony performances in a 2,031-seat auditorium with stunning bay views.
Historic downtown concert venue hosting national touring acts across rock, indie, electronic, and hip-hop. A staple of St. Pete's Central Avenue music scene since the 1920s.
Events
Festivals, dining events, arts, sports, family and on-the-water happenings around St. Petersburg, straight from the events engine.
International mural festival transforming St. Petersburg walls with large-scale public art by world-renowned muralists.
annually in November (2026: Nov 8-17)
Multi-week dining event featuring special prix fixe menus at St. Petersburg restaurants. Check individual restaurant participation.
Check official source — dates TBD
Houses the largest collection of Salvador Dali works outside Spain. An architectural masterpiece on the St. Petersburg waterfront.
St. Petersburg's flagship fine arts museum with collections spanning 5,000 years. Features rotating exhibitions and waterfront sculpture garden.
Monthly gallery walk through the Central Arts District featuring open galleries, live music, and street performances.
second Saturday monthly, 5-9 PM
Community arts hub featuring rotating exhibitions, classes, and the Chihuly Collection of stunning glass sculptures.
Weekend running festival with half marathon, 5K, and kids races along St. Petersburg's scenic waterfront.
2026-11-13 — 2026-11-15
Learn MoreUSL Championship soccer at Al Lang Stadium on the St. Petersburg waterfront. Regular season through fall.
2026-03-21 — 2026-10-24
Learn MoreFamily-friendly activities, playgrounds, splash pads, and seasonal events at the iconic St. Pete Pier.
Daily during daylight hours
Hands-on children's museum with interactive exhibits, indoor playground, and educational programs for kids.
Mon-Sat 10 AM-5 PM, Sun 12-5 PM
Family-friendly beach park with historic fort exploration, kayaking, nature trails, and fishing piers.
Daily, sunrise to sunset
Private and group sailing charters on Tampa Bay with sunset views of the St. Pete Pier and downtown skyline.
Daily, 2-3 hour cruises
Guided kayak tours through Fort De Soto Park's mangrove islands and seagrass beds with wildlife viewing.
Daily, 9 AM - 4 PM
Inshore and nearshore fishing charters on Tampa Bay targeting snook, redfish, trout, and grouper.
Daily, half-day & full-day
Evergreen Guide
No confirmed live music events are verified for St. Petersburg right now. Browse the Live Music guide for venues, schedules and year-round picks.
Evergreen Guide
No confirmed food events are verified for St. Petersburg right now. Browse the Food guide for venues, schedules and year-round picks.
Evergreen Guide
No confirmed family events are verified for St. Petersburg right now. Browse the Family guide for venues, schedules and year-round picks.
Evergreen Guide
No confirmed water events are verified for St. Petersburg right now. Browse the Water guide for venues, schedules and year-round picks.
Evergreen Guide
No confirmed arts events are verified for St. Petersburg right now. Browse the Arts guide for venues, schedules and year-round picks.
Beaches
The beach and waterfront options most relevant to St. Petersburg, honestly labeled by type and community so a bayfront or riverfront park is never presented as a Gulf beach.
The city's classic waterfront park on Tampa Bay with a beach, the North Shore Aquatic Complex and the North Shore Dog Park. A bay beach in the city, not a Gulf beach.
901 North Shore Dr NE, St. Petersburg FL 33701
A city beach on Tampa Bay inside the St. Pete Pier District, with swimming, a kayak and paddleboard launch and volleyball. Open daily from 30 minutes before sunrise to 30 minutes after sunset.
St. Pete Pier District, St. Petersburg FL
Pinellas County park reached via the Pinellas Bayway (cashless tolls): five interconnected islands, a historic fort, fishing piers, a recreation trail, the PAW Playground dog park and an off-leash dog park beach. No lifeguards on the park beaches: swim at your own risk.
3500 Pinellas Bayway S, Tierra Verde FL 33715
A wide white-sand Gulf beach with resorts, restaurants and water sports on the barrier island west of downtown. Verified details only: check current access and metered parking before you go.
St. Pete Beach, FL
A family-friendly Gulf beach town with a long public beachfront, metered parking via ParkMobile, Gulf Front Park with an ADA mat path to the sand, and beach wheelchairs rented at City Hall. Dogs are not allowed on most of the beachfront except a small section at the southeastern tip.
Treasure Island, FL
Water quality and beach conditions change daily: check the Florida Healthy Beaches Program (visitbeaches.org) and Mote Marine Laboratory’s beach conditions page before you go; anything time-sensitive here is subject to change.
Outdoor Activities
Kayaking, paddleboarding, boat tours, sunset cruises and more Gulf Coast outdoor life, in the same structure as the master guides.
Boating
St. Petersburg boats Tampa Bay and Boca Ciega Bay from city and county ramps, with Gulf access through the passes at the barrier beaches. Ramps, marinas, docks and fuel live on the Boating Guide; fishing lives in its own section just below.
500 1st Ave SE, St. Petersburg FL 33701
City marina on the downtown waterfront beside the St. Pete Pier: transient dockage, pump-out and amenities. Open and operating while a full redevelopment is planned, with construction anticipated to begin 2028 and completion around 2031; availability is subject to change.
Bayshore Dr & 2nd Ave S, St. Petersburg FL 33701
Downtown public ramp beside the marina basin, open 24 hours: free paved ramp with docks and limited trailer parking.
34th St S & Pinellas Point Dr S, St. Petersburg FL 33711
St. Pete public ramp into Boca Ciega Bay with several paved lanes, docks and about 240 parking spaces; free launch, ramp open 24 hours.
7000 4th St S, St. Petersburg FL 33705
City ramp opening onto Boca Ciega Bay, open 24 hours; no ramp fee.
6th St S & 39th Ave S, St. Petersburg FL 33705
Public ramp with two concrete lanes into Tampa Bay, open 24 hours; free, paved and ADA accessible.
Poplar St NE & 35th Ave NE, St. Petersburg FL 33704
City ramp on the bay side of the Snell Isle peninsula, open 24 hours; two ramps with about 35 parking spaces, no ramp fee.
8322 Elbow Ln N, St. Petersburg FL 33710
St. Pete public ramp launching into Boca Ciega Bay, open 24 hours: free paved single-lane ramp with docks and about 60 parking spaces.
4801 37th St S, St. Petersburg FL 33711
Full-service marina on Boca Ciega Bay with covered and uncovered wet slips, high-and-dry rack storage, a repair department and a fuel dock (fuel hours about 8 AM to 4:30 PM).
1110 3rd St S, St. Petersburg FL 33701
Deepwater full-service marina on sheltered Bayboro Harbor near downtown with Gulf access, a fuel dock, high-and-dry storage and transient slips.
4630 29th Ave S, Gulfport FL
NEARBY (Gulfport, a separate city south of St. Petersburg): municipal marina open and operating with fuel and a ship store; the South Basin is being rebuilt after 2024 storm damage while the marina stays in operation.
9600 Bay Pines Blvd, Bay Pines FL 33708
NEARBY (Bay Pines): Pinellas County ramp on the bay side of the park, CLOSED FOR REPAIRS through late 2026 after 2024 hurricane damage; the park itself remains open.
3600 Pinellas Bayway, Tierra Verde FL 33715
NEARBY (Tierra Verde): county park ramp with 24 lanes operating 24 hours; pay parking is $6 per vehicle per day at cashless pay stations. After the 2024 hurricanes only one floating dock was available, so confirm current dock status before trailering down.
Spots around St. Petersburg you can reach by water, with dock detail, address, website and directions. The full list lives on the Boating Guide.
Boating Guide: Dine by BoatPublic courtesy slips behind the restaurant at the St. Pete Pier, first come, first served
Courtesy docks beside the restaurant at the downtown municipal marina
Tides change daily. Each pass links to live NOAA tide data or the transit guidance that applies to it; the pass-by-pass dashboard has the full detail.
NEARBY: the Gulf pass at the south end of St. Pete Beach, the main shortcut from Boca Ciega Bay to the Gulf
NEARBY: the busy inlet and fishing village at Madeira Beach, about 30 minutes west
State park island at the mouth of Tampa Bay, reachable by boat from the passes; a day-trip destination for anchoring, swimming and the historic lighthouse
The city's home waters: the Intracoastal behind the barrier islands and the open bay off the downtown waterfront
Book directly with each operator or charter. Sailing clubs run their own membership processes; visit their sites to learn about joining.
Fishing charters departing from the downtown bayfront
NEARBY: long-running charter fleet on St. Pete Beach with fishing, sailing and dolphin cruises
Private boat charters from downtown St. Petersburg
Sailing lessons, memberships and boat checkout on the downtown waterfront
Volunteer-run racing and cruising club open to new members
Fishing
Piers, flats, passes and charters around St. Petersburg, with licenses, seasons and limits covered in the guide.
Full Fishing GuideThe designated fishing platform east of Pier Point on Tampa Bay; free, open 24/7, with a fish-cleaning station and bait at Gator Jim's Tackle
NEARBY: the Gulf Pier and Bay Pier in Tierra Verde, reopened January 2025 after the hurricanes; a Florida fishing license is required
The north pier is open for fishing; most of the south pier is closed while the state rebuilds it after structural issues
Bayfront parks and seawalls around the city offer shore-fishing spots; check local rules at each park
NEARBY: surf fishing from the Gulf beaches at Pass-a-Grille and St. Pete Beach
Shopping
Neighborhoods, districts and destinations worth a shopping trip around St. Petersburg.
Full Shopping GuideThe downtown waterfront retail strip with boutiques, galleries and cafes between the Vinoy and the Pier
Central Avenue west of downtown with 450-plus independent shops, galleries and restaurants
The arts and brewery district along Central Avenue and 1st Avenue North, with boutiques and murals
Year-round Saturday market: October through May at the Al Lang Stadium lot, June through August at Williams Park
Golf
Public, semi-private and private courses in and around St. Petersburg.
Full Golf GuidePUBLIC
The city's 18-hole championship course on 180 acres; open to the public
PUBLIC
9-hole par 3 course with a driving range, home of The First Tee of St. Petersburg
Pet Friendly
Dog parks, pet-friendly beaches, restaurant patios and veterinary care around St. Petersburg.
Full Pet Friendly GuideFenced dog park with separate large and small sections on the bayfront; closed for scheduled maintenance on Tuesdays and Fridays
1.5-acre fenced dog park on 62nd Avenue South
Fenced dog park beside Crescent Lake
Fenced dog park in the Kenwood neighborhood
NEARBY: Pinellas County's only beach where dogs are allowed, with two fenced off-leash areas; in Tierra Verde, about 40 minutes from downtown
Local Services & Vendors
Trusted local services for life on the Gulf Coast: contractors, lawn care, inspections and more.
Featured and Premier businesses serving St. Petersburg will appear here. If you run a reputable local service on the Gulf Coast, get in touch to be featured.
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Community Resources
The official public and community institutions that serve St. Petersburg: local city government, county government and schools, special districts, parks and recreation and community organizations. Every entry is the confirmed official or legitimate public or community institution and links to its authoritative website. Verification confirms existence and legitimacy only, never an endorsement and never a commercial rating. Businesses and paid services live in the separate Local Services & Vendors directory above, not here. Entries are ordered Local first, then Nearby, then Regional, and regional services state the area they serve.
Official public and community institutions serving the St. Petersburg area.
Official website of the City of St. Petersburg government, with city services, permits, utilities and public meeting information.
Official county government site for permits, utilities, libraries, parks and county services serving St. Petersburg and all of Pinellas County.
Official public and community institutions serving the St. Petersburg area.
Pinellas County public schools, the district serving St. Petersburg. Campus details, enrollment and school boundaries belong to the district.
ID: FGCL-STP-SC-001 · Last verified: October 18, 2026
Official public and community institutions serving the St. Petersburg area.
City parks, recreation programs, beaches and waterfront parks operated by the City of St. Petersburg.
Official public and community institutions serving the St. Petersburg area.
The nearest commercial airport, about 15 minutes from downtown St. Petersburg in Clearwater. Regional service for the Tampa Bay area.
14700 Terminal Blvd Suite 221, Clearwater FL 33762
ID: FGCL-STP-TR-002 · Last verified: October 18, 2026
Pinellas County's public transit system, serving St. Petersburg, Clearwater and communities across the county.
Official public and community institutions serving the St. Petersburg area.
Electric provider for Pinellas County, including St. Petersburg. Outages: 1-800-228-8485.
Official public and community institutions serving the St. Petersburg area.
No verified community resources in Community Organizations yet. Every listing is verified against its official source before it is published, so this group fills in as official institutions are confirmed.
Official public and community institutions serving the St. Petersburg area.
The membership chamber for St. Petersburg business and the community.
100 2nd Ave N Suite 150, St. Petersburg FL 33701
ID: FGCL-STP-BD-001 · Last verified: October 18, 2026
Official public and community institutions serving the St. Petersburg area.
County emergency management with alerts, evacuation information and hurricane preparedness for Pinellas County.
County law enforcement serving Pinellas County. Non-emergency line for crimes not in progress; call 911 for emergencies.
Call 911 from any phone for life-threatening emergencies. Tell the dispatcher your location and stay on the line.
ID: FGCL-STP-EM-003 · Last verified: October 18, 2026
Poison help for residents of Florida: 1-800-222-1222 (U.S. Poison Help). Keep the number saved in your phone.
Official public and community institutions serving the St. Petersburg area.
The President Barack Obama Main Library, the flagship branch of the St. Petersburg Library System.
3745 9th Ave N, St. Petersburg FL 33713
ID: FGCL-STP-OR-001 · Last verified: October 18, 2026
St. Petersburg Library System branch on Fifth Street North, the system's downtown location.
280 5th St N, St. Petersburg FL 33701
ID: FGCL-STP-OR-002 · Last verified: October 18, 2026
Curated for St. Petersburg. Planning a move? The Relocation Guide, Schools & Family and Getting Around guides cover the practical side of living here.
Living & Real Estate
St. Petersburg, the Sunshine City, is a Pinellas County city on Tampa Bay with a walkable waterfront downtown, the Dalí Museum, the St. Pete Pier and some of Florida's most celebrated Gulf beaches a short drive west. It is a city of museums, craft breweries, a deep independent restaurant scene and year-round community events, with a skyline that keeps growing.
Advantages
Considerations
Pinellas County Schools runs magnet and academy programs across the city. St. Petersburg High School hosts Florida's oldest IB program, Gibbs High School is home to the Pinellas County Center for the Arts, and Lakewood High School runs the Center for Advanced Technologies. School assignments are address-specific, so verify the exact zoning for any home.
Notable Schools
Family Favorites
Relocation Deep Dives
St. Petersburg sits on a peninsula between Tampa Bay and the Gulf of Mexico, so storm-surge exposure runs along the bayfront and Gulf shorelines, and flood insurance matters well inland too: heavy rain, drainage and storm runoff do not respect a coastline. Flood insurance is a separate policy from homeowners insurance, most commonly written through the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) run by FEMA. The authoritative check for any address is the FEMA Flood Map Service Center, which shows the official flood zone, and elevation matters as well, because newer construction is often built higher than older homes in the same zone. Wind and hurricane coverage applies to every Florida home and is driven by property specifics: roof age, shutters or impact glass and wind-mitigation features all shape what insurers offer, and Florida policies carry hurricane deductibles of their own.
Citizens Property Insurance exists as the state-run insurer of last resort for buyers who cannot find private coverage, and availability and pricing shift across the Florida market. Property insurance costs have risen across the Gulf Coast in recent years, so plan around the quote for your exact property rather than assuming last year's numbers. Nothing here is a quote or a guarantee: verify every detail for the exact property with a licensed insurance agent.
Questions to ask your insurance agent before making an offer
Healthcare
Hospitals, emergency rooms and urgent care accessible from St. Petersburg.
The region's pediatric teaching hospital, affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine
Full-service hospital on 7th Avenue North
Full-service hospital downtown on 6th Street South
Full-service hospital in the city's northeast
Full-service hospital on Pasadena Avenue South
Full-service hospital on 31st Street North
Your Guide
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