Does St. Pete Beach have a downtown?

Downtown St. Pete has a reputation for its friendly residents and proximity to beautiful beaches.



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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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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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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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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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The best time to visit St. Petersburg is from mid-June to September. Although it's expensive, St. Petersburg's near 24 hours of sunshine and White Nights celebrations during the summer months are not to be missed.

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

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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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8 Dishes That Prove St. Pete Is Florida's Must-Visit Foodie Destination
  • Smoked mullet. https://www.instagram.com/p/BcxyHn8HEcT. ...
  • Cuban sandwich. https://www.instagram.com/p/BaMu2_EAu6G. ...
  • Shio ramen. ...
  • White anchovy crostini. ...
  • Southern fried chicken. ...
  • Charcuterie board. ...
  • Salt & peppered quail. ...
  • Oysters with mezcal pearls.


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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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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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Gorgeous St. Pete Beach was named the #1 Beach in the U.S. for 2021 by Tripadvisor's community of travelers. No wonder: Its soft, white sands, warm Gulf of Mexico waters and friendly, laid-back vibe are loved by locals and visitors alike.

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Pete Beach area so you can plan, eat, dine, and adventure your way through your Florida Gulf Coast family vacation. Hugging the western coast of Florida just outside of the St. Petersburg-Tampa metro area is a 23-mile stretch of white sand and blue water.

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