Title: Downtown St. Petersburg Travel Guide: Best of Downtown St. Petersburg, St. Petersburg - Clearwater Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Downtown St. Petersburg](https://expedia.co.uk/Downtown-St-Petersburg-St-Petersburg-Clearwater-Hotels.0-n6162954-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to St. Petersburg - Clearwater](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-St-Petersburg-Clearwater.d178310.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in St. Petersburg - Clearwater](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-St-Petersburg-Clearwater.d178310.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Downtown St. Petersburg Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Downtown-St-Petersburg.d6162954.Car-Hire-Guide)[Downtown St. Petersburg Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Downtown-St-Petersburg.d6162954.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Downtown St. Petersburg Travel Guide ## St. Petersburg - Clearwater ![Downtown St. Petersburg featuring outdoor art](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6162954/a14552e2-b31c-40c8-9277-65c075c45565.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Downtown St. Petersburg featuring outdoor art](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6162954/a14552e2-b31c-40c8-9277-65c075c45565.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Chihuly Collection which includes interior views and art](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6179137/8a9f8557-b15b-4440-bada-0d683751576c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The James Museum of Western & Wildlife Art showing art and interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635974861721/68aec18b-d286-430f-be87-4d0041e0a2c7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Chihuly Collection which includes art and interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6179137/ef83ae39-9733-4e09-be16-b7110779f99e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Downtown St. Petersburg Things to do Hotels Where to stay [St. Petersburg - Clearwater travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/St-Petersburg---Clearwater.dx178310) #### Come here for the beaches and sunshine and discover much more in this Florida city with something for all ages and tastes. Downtown St. Petersburg has a wonderful climate and a unique city centre with great shopping, fine dining, theatre events, parks and beaches. It’s called Sunshine City for a reason. Give in to the temptation of being outside as much as possible and enjoying life on and beside Tampa Bay. Visit Downtown St. Petersburg to discover the range of activities available in this prime location. Vinoy Park marks where Downtown meets the beach and where entertainment is frequent day and night. Gaze out onto the bay to see wildlife, including manatees, dolphins, stingrays and many bird species. The city’s namesake stretch of sand, St. Pete Beach, is frequently listed as one of the best in the U.S. Witness a mesmerizing sunset over the bay and wander along white powder sand stretching for miles as it rolls into other city districts, each possessing its own character. The Don CeSar hotel, also called the Pink Palace, is an iconic beach fixture. Shop on Downtown’s Corey Avenue for Florida clothing, art and mementoes and dine on local or international cuisines at popular restaurants. Walk further inland to Central Avenue where you’ll be in the arts district, with displays such as the glasswork of renowned artist Dale Chihuly. The Salvador Dalí Museum has one of the largest collections of the artist’s work outside Europe. Nearby the Mahaffey Theatre offers world-class entertainment in a magnificent venue. Discover rising stars at the Palladium Theatre’s Side Door with its nightclub ambiance or attend a show in its larger Hough Hall. The Downtown St. Petersburg area is a botanical paradise. The 100-year-old Sunken Gardens is the city’s oldest living museum, featuring native plants. Learn about palm trees while visiting the Gizella Kopsick Palm Arboretum and use this new information to identify local trees. Downtown St. Petersburg has plenty to offer people of all ages and tastes. You’ll quickly discover them for yourself while spending time in the area. Pack your beachwear and come for entertainment and relaxation. --- ### Popular places to visit ![Salvador Dali Museum featuring night scenes and modern architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/503027/611c0705-3b7e-4d64-b985-73f9fc39620e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Salvador Dali Museum Browse the surrealistic masterpieces of a world-famous Spanish painter in a remarkable building that perfectly suits the style of the art exhibits. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Salvador-Dali-Museum-Downtown-St-Petersburg.d503027.Attraction) ![StPetersburg_JannusLive_553248621533125382_02](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621533125382/292e308c-af15-4e18-99a9-d0d1a6818561.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Jannus Live Jannus Live is just one of the places to see in St. Petersburg, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Jannus-Live-Downtown-St-Petersburg.d553248621533125382.Attraction) ![Mahaffey Theater](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6277192/dbddbf39-dd37-4f2a-9ee6-068ec0a41b86.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mahaffey Theater Beaches aren’t the only attraction in St. Petersburg. Expect to find an arts district with incredible water views and an elegant theater with top-notch events. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mahaffey-Theater-St-Petersburg-Clearwater.d6277192.Attraction) ![Museum of Fine Arts](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/503032/64174c68-2b29-49f0-b917-b88b7461cef4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Museum of Fine Arts One of West Florida’s most accomplished exhibit spaces has displays that range from ancient crafts to classic paintings and contemporary photography. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Museum-Of-Fine-Arts-Downtown-St-Petersburg.d503032.Attraction) ![Chihuly Collection showing interior views and art](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6179137/f4923dd7-e1b7-46aa-bdce-b657d184e28c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Chihuly Collection See the colorful creations of a world-renowned glass artist, who has received many awards for his work, which ranges from huge sculptures to intricate glassware. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chihuly-Collection-Downtown-St-Petersburg.d6179137.Attraction) ![Palladium Theater](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6277200/0d69d83c-36fa-4fda-97ac-deccb805b049.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Palladium Theater Discover a variety of music, comedy and other shows under one roof in this Florida city that has lots of entertainment. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Palladium-Theater-Downtown-St-Petersburg.d6277200.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Stunning view of dolphins in St. Petersburg, Florida ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/338288/367304c2-f6f9-4cca-9e9e-46b8251f0aad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dolphin Racer Speedboat Adventure £21 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/dolphin-racer-speedboat-adventure.a338288.activity-details) ![View of the StarLite Sapphire Yacht on St. Pete Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/614704/45a8896e-a19d-4260-bbc4-f0a060729fd7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### StarLite Sapphire Evening Yacht St. Pete Beach £24 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/starlite-sapphire-evening-yacht-st-pete-beach.a614704.activity-details) ![The Pirate Ship at John's Pass](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/875239/bbe900e2-3a6a-4b71-bc6f-8e5230834052.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Pirate Adventure Cruise - John's Pass £33 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/pirate-adventure-cruise-johns-pass.a875239.activity-details) ![Aerial view of Calypso Breeze Cruise in Florida](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/616055/e9294cf8-6721-4601-b395-bfd83209bad7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Calypso Breeze Tropical Party Buffet Cruise £42 per adult **88%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/calypso-breeze-tropical-party-buffet-cruise.a616055.activity-details) ![Dolphin Watching Nature Cruise and Eco Tour from Hubbard's Marina in John's Pass](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5136964/55d1c1b0-7913-4743-a753-04285583686b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dolphin Watching Nature Cruise and Eco Tour from Hubbard's Marina in John's Pass £22 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/dolphin-watching-nature-cruise-and-eco-tour-from-hubbards-marina-in-johns-pass.a5136964.activity-details) ![Madeira Beach: Guided Dolphin Watching Eco-Friendly Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47932659/e9680e49-8f98-4b20-90ff-5402593f3e0b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Madeira Beach: Guided Dolphin Watching Eco-Friendly Cruise £22 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/madeira-beach-guided-dolphin-watching-eco-friendly-cruise.a47932659.activity-details) [See all activities in St. Petersburg - Clearwater](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-St-Petersburg-Clearwater.d178310.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Downtown St. Petersburg ![RumFish Beach at TradeWinds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8600/8544/37eb40ec_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### RumFish Beach at TradeWinds 6000 Gulf Blvd St. Pete Beach FL £164 10 Feb - 11 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach resort in St. Pete Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,623 reviews) Room spotless staff was great Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026&selected=8544&PinnedHotelID=8544&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6162954) ![Ramada by Wyndham Tampa Westshore Airport South](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/27400/27302/cfa6c456_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ramada by Wyndham Tampa Westshore Airport South 1200 N Westshore Blvd Tampa FL £61 8 Mar - 9 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tampa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 6.2/10 (3,915 reviews) Clean, comfortable room. Staff friendly and helpful. Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F03%2F2026&endDate=09%2F03%2F2026&selected=27302&PinnedHotelID=27302&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6162954) ![Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/28100/28023/da46d3f6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa 400 Mandalay Ave Clearwater Beach FL £211 10 Feb - 11 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach resort in Clearwater Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ... 8/10 Very Good! (2,443 reviews) The room was clean, great view of pool and beach. Bed and bedding very comfy. Pools great, 85 degrees. Drinks-great. Beach-right there. Spa- incredible. Justin massage therapist- incredible. Starbucks-right there, and great food choices nearby. Kid friendly pools/area but not disruptive. What more ... Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026&selected=28023&PinnedHotelID=28023&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6162954) ![Quality Inn Airport - Cruise Port](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4500/4462/dbf70823_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Quality Inn Airport - Cruise Port 1020 S Dale Mabry Hwy Tampa FL £95 16 Feb - 17 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tampa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ... 8/10 Very Good! (1,404 reviews) Great staff, very knowledgeable. Room was clean Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F02%2F2026&endDate=17%2F02%2F2026&selected=4462&PinnedHotelID=4462&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6162954) ![Wyndham Grand Clearwater Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15920000/15914400/15914352/3e998290_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Wyndham Grand Clearwater Beach 100 Coronado Drive Clearwater Beach FL £308 16 Feb - 17 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach hotel in Clearwater Beach. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants and a beach locale. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,025 reviews) Wonderful place right on the beach. Clean rooms, bar/coffee right in the lobby. Would definitely stay again! Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F02%2F2026&endDate=17%2F02%2F2026&selected=15914352&PinnedHotelID=15914352&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6162954) ![Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41970000/41961400/41961327/8b0dc5d5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound 12324 Manatee Avenue West Bradenton FL £232 16 Feb - 17 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Bradenton. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,956 reviews) Super stay !!!! Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F02%2F2026&endDate=17%2F02%2F2026&selected=41961327&PinnedHotelID=41961327&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6162954) [See all 18,785 properties in Downtown St. Petersburg](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026®ionId=6162954) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/St-Petersburg-Clearwater-Historic-Old-Northeast.dx553248635976476809) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Disston Heights While Disston Heights isn't home to many top sights, St. Pete's Historic Coliseum and Palladium Theater are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/St-Petersburg-Clearwater-Disston-Heights.dx553248635976476242) ![South Pasadena which includes a pond and a bridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634998809853/fd322c4a-7ccb-4bb6-8274-9cc9a3b6b224.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### South Pasadena You'll enjoy the restaurants and seafood restaurants in South Pasadena. You might want to make time for a stop at Corey Ave or Pasadena Shopping Center. [](https://expedia.co.uk/St-Petersburg-Clearwater-South-Pasadena.dx553248634998809853) ![Drone panorama of Sunshine Skyway Bridge over Tampa Bay](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976007959/26949944-e33e-4f92-b6a7-559b9603b2f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Isla del Sol Isla del Sol might not have many top sights, but Dolphin Landings Charter Boat Center and Gulfport Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.co.uk/St-Petersburg-Clearwater-Isla-Del-Sol.dx553248635976007959) ![Drone panorama over South Causeway Isles and Treasure Island in St. Petersburg in Florida during sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976473731/b3c60f22-b604-4f5d-9e9a-cbf6ec1adf3f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Causeway Isles Though Causeway Isles may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Treasure Island Golf, Tennis & Recreation Center and St. Petersburg Municipal Beach. [](https://expedia.co.uk/St-Petersburg-Clearwater-Causeway-Isles.dx553248635976473731) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Belle Vista If you're spending some time in Belle Vista, Pass-a-Grille Beach and St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/St-Petersburg-Clearwater-Belle-Vista.dx553248635976479936) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Downtown St. Petersburg Travel Guide ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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