Do you need a car at St. Pete Beach?

I've been to St Pete Beach twice, both for a week at a time, and had no car and didn't need it. Unless you plan on going to the parks and big shopping malls, it's just a waste of money in my opinion. The shuttle service Super Shuttle is cheap, reliable, clean, and has friendly drivers.



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I've been to St Pete Beach twice, both for a week at a time, and had no car and didn't need it. Unless you plan on going to the parks and big shopping malls, it's just a waste of money in my opinion. The shuttle service Super Shuttle is cheap, reliable, clean, and has friendly drivers.

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Get to know this 4.0-mile point-to-point trail near St. Petersburg, Florida. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 8 min to complete.

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Pass-a-Grille Beach is a long undeveloped stretch of public beach, perfect for a variety of water sports, including parasailing, stand-up paddleboarding, windsurfing and kiteboarding. Recent visitors raved about St. Pete Beach, noting the soft, white sand, terrific maintenance and warm Gulf of Mexico waters.

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Yes, you can swim at our beaches, year 'round! Most visitors find our Gulf water temperatures quite pleasant, especially if they are coming from colder climates. See our chart of average Gulf water temperatures below.

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The best time to visit St. Petersburg is from March to May, when the weather is comfortably warm and a plethora of outdoor events make the city come alive. You'll find more affordable room rates from June to November, but the threat of hurricanes is imminent and the weather can often be scorching.

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Along with beautiful, award-winning beaches, St. Petersburg is home to the world-renowned Salvador Dali Museum, top-rated restaurants and beautiful Fort De Soto Park. The waterfront escape is a perfect family getaway with so many things to do!

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Welcome to downtown St. Pete, also known as the Sunshine City and one of the most vibrant and exciting neighborhoods in Florida! Located in the heart of Tampa Bay, this thriving district is a hub of culture, entertainment, and recreation.

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Home to Tripadvisor's No. 1 Beach in the U.S. in 2021, this friendly, laid-back beach town is part family destination, part low-key haven for aspiring beach bums. Wherever you are in St. Pete Beach, you're never far from great spots to eat, drink and shop.

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Petersburg's cost of living is 6% lower than the national average, providing gorgeous coastal living at an affordable price. St. Petersburg real estate is a significant factor, with housing prices 11% lower than the national average.

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St Petersburg (often called St Pete, for short) and St Pete Beach (no 's) are two different municipalities. St Petersburg is a fairly large city on the mainland. St Pete Beach is a small town located on the barrier island of Long Key.

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Pete's most prized amenities is its natural beauty, which includes 244 miles of shoreline along Tampa Bay, Boca Ciega Bay, the Gulf of Mexico and intercoastal waterways. There's also a unique downtown waterfront with restaurants and bars and a free Looper Trolley that connects to the city's major attractions.

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Pete Beach - Alcohol beverages are allowed on the sand at beachfront hotels, but this is limited to hotel guests. Treasure Island - Alcohol beverages are allowed but not in glass containers.

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The Downtown St Pete Looper is a free trolley service that runs 7 days a week with stops at the Sundial parking garage and Pier Entrance every 15 minutes. To find out more on route information and hours of operation, click here.

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PSTA's Central Avenue Trolley serves Central Avenue from downtown St. Petersburg to Pass-A-Grille on St. Pete Beach.

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Best Secluded Beaches near St. Pete Beach, FL 33706
  • North Shore Park. 8.6 mi. ...
  • Shell Key Preserve. 5.2 mi. ...
  • Island Kayak Tours. 4.5 mi. ...
  • Redneck Riviera. 13.2 mi. ...
  • Ft De Soto Ferry to Egmont Key. 8.3 mi. ...
  • Sunset at Pass-A-Grille Beach. 2.8 mi. ...
  • Fort Desoto Dog Beach. 7.1 mi. 4.7 (41 reviews) ...
  • Sheraton Sand Key. 11.4 mi. 3.0 (3 reviews)


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