Is Clearwater one of the best beaches in the world?

These St. Pete/Clearwater beaches have been recognized as some of the top beaches in the U.S. – and even the world!



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1 Beach in the U.S. in 2021 (and #5 in the world)! Nearby Clearwater Beach also earned accolades as the No. 1 beach in the U.S. in 2019, 2018 and 2016.

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Pete Beach was named Tripadvisor's No. 1 Beach in the U.S. in 2021 (and #5 in the world)! Nearby Clearwater Beach also earned accolades as the No. 1 beach in the U.S. in 2019, 2018 and 2016.

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Pristine White Sand Beaches The main draw of Clearwater Beach is its wide, white sand beaches that stretch over two miles. It's the perfect place to relax and unwind, whether visitors want to simply soak up some sun or get active with a variety of water sports.

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1. Baía do Sancho, Fernando de Noronha, Brazil: Baía do Sancho may not be easy to reach, but it is the world's best beach, according to a 2023 ranking from Tripadvisor.

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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.

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?? The Best Clear Water Beaches in the USA
  • Lanikai Beach, Hawaii. ...
  • South Beach (Miami Beach), Florida. ...
  • Honeymoon Island State Park, Florida. ...
  • Flamenco Beach (Culebra), Puerto Rico. ...
  • Waimea Bay Beach Park, Hawaii — One of the Most Beautiful Beaches in the US. ...
  • Calusa Beach (Big Pine Key), Florida. ...
  • Huntington Beach, California.


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Clearwater Beach is a beautiful area and a renowned vacation destination. But let's get one thing straight: The water is not clear. More often blue, green or even tea-colored, the water in the Gulf of Mexico and Clearwater Harbor changes depending on the light and the algae in play.

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Clearwater Beach is beloved for its sugar sands and clear green-blue waters.

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Home to Clearwater Beach, TripAdvisor's #1 Beach in the U.S. for 2016, 2018 and 2019, we know all about what separates the best beaches from the rest. Sugar-white sand, warm Gulf waters and fiery sunsets are just a few ingredients that play into earning a shot at that coveted top spot.

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For many, the best time to visit Clearwater Florida is between the months of October and December. That's because these milder autumn months bring with them less humidity and fewer tourist crowds.

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It's the Original Beach Town Florida is known for great beaches, but there's only one Clearwater Beach. It always ranks in the top echelon of beaches in the United States (and, on some lists, in the world). And the inviting Gulf of Mexico waters are always right there, just a few minutes away.

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For many, the best time to visit Clearwater Florida is between the months of October and December. That's because these milder autumn months bring with them less humidity and fewer tourist crowds. What's more, many of the key attractions and leisure activities are still very much open for business!

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Malibu, California Malibu is the most expensive beach in the United States. Do you want a home in a small coastal town near one of the United States' biggest cities?

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6 Places with the Bluest Water in the U.S.
  1. Blue Hole – Santa Rosa, New Mexico. ...
  2. Chena Hot Springs – Fairbanks, Alaska. ...
  3. Las Olas Beach – Fort Lauderdale, Florida. ...
  4. Grand Lake – Grand Lake, Colorado. ...
  5. La Jolla Cove & Sail Bay – San Diego, California. ...
  6. Lake Conway – Edgewood, Florida.


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