Downtown St. Petersburg

St. Petersburg - Clearwater

Downtown St. Petersburg
Downtown St. Petersburg
Downtown St. Petersburg
Downtown St. Petersburg
Downtown St. Petersburg

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 center with great shopping, fine dining, theater 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 mementos and dine on local or international cuisines at popular restaurants.

Walk farther 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 Theater 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.


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Top hotels in Downtown St. Petersburg

GALAXY HOTEL

GALAXY HOTEL

3.5 out of 5
101 3rd Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL
The price is RM490 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
RM490
RM553 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in St. Petersburg. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and valet parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Tampa ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (284 reviews)
"2nd stay- Great stay. ( make it happen in the roof top party mode)"

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

GALAXY HOTEL
Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront

Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront

4 out of 5
333 1st St S, St. Petersburg, FL
The price is RM466 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
RM466
RM527 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in St. Petersburg. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,014 reviews)
"The staff was great and the Pier is walking distance which was nice. The rooms need some major major updates"

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront
Hollander Boutique Hotel

Hollander Boutique Hotel

3 out of 5
421 4th Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in St. Petersburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,996 reviews)
"All the staff are particularly knowledgeable about how to provide good customer service."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

Hollander Boutique Hotel
Moxy St. Petersburg Downtown

Moxy St. Petersburg Downtown

3 out of 5
1234 Central Avenue, St. Petersburg, FL
The price is RM502 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
RM502
RM567 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in St. Petersburg. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Tropicana Field and Salvador Dali Museum ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (161 reviews)
Amazing
"Amazing"

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

Moxy St. Petersburg Downtown
Mint House St. Petersburg - Downtown

Mint House St. Petersburg - Downtown

4.5 out of 5
77 11th St N, St. Petersburg, FL
The price is RM433 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
RM433
RM489 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in St. Petersburg. Enjoy free WiFi, valet parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (652 reviews)
"Everything was fantastic except for parking situation and access to effective ride share availability. Top notch place to stay."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

Mint House St. Petersburg - Downtown
Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa

Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
400 Mandalay Ave, Clearwater Beach, FL
The price is RM714 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
RM714
RM974 total
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Clearwater Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,051 reviews)
"Location we could pretty much walk anywhere. Beach was clean and beautiful could watch the sunset every night."

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025

Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown St. Petersburg

Great Explorations Children\'s Museum which includes signage

Historic Old Northeast

While visiting Historic Old Northeast, you might make a stop by sights like Renaissance Vinoy Golf Club and Vinoy Park Beach.

Historic Old Northeast
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Disston Heights

While Disston Heights isn't home to many top sights, Imagine Museum and Tropicana Field are some notable places to visit nearby.

Disston Heights
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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.

South Pasadena
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Isla del Sol

Isla del Sol might not have many top sights, but Boca Ciega Bay Aquatic Preserve and Eckerd College Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Isla del Sol
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Causeway Isles

Though Causeway Isles may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Sunset Beach and Upham Beach Park.

Causeway Isles
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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.

Belle Vista

Downtown St. Petersburg