About This Trip Downtown St. Pete (DTSP, as the locals call it) is an amazing place with tons of things to do, dining, shopping, breweries, and great waterfront views. This itinerary will take you to some of the best things to do in St. Pete, from beautiful tropical gardens, to an ocean-front rooftop tiki bar, […]
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The St. Pete Pier District is a newly-redesigned (in 2020) waterfront area with tons of things to see and do. There are stunning views of Tampa Bay plus dining options, a beach, fishing, biking, and more. The St. Pete Pier is a great place to hang out and enjoy the Sunshine City. History of St.
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If you’re making summer plans, here are some exciting places to visit this summer near Tampa, Florida. All of these activities are great for kids and most are budget friendly! Whether you’re a Tampa Bay local or just visiting, there’s something for everyone on this list! 1. Anna Maria Island Anna Maria Island is one
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St. Petersburg, Florida has such a fun and eclectic restaurant scene. Tampa’s smaller, more laid back sister city is home to amazing restaurants, bars, and unique dining experiences. This is not an exhaustive list by any means, and there are hundreds of amazing restaurants to try in the area. After living in St. Pete for
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There are a ton of Tampa Bay Christmas events happening this year to get your fill of Christmas spirit. From lights displays to musicals to ice skating, there is something here that everyone will enjoy! Tampa/Hillsborough County Winter Village at Curtis Hixon Park This classic Tampa holiday event features local shop pop-ups, cafe and sweet
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The Tampa Bay Area has plenty of fun things to do, but it also has a ton of free and cheap options. There’s something on this list for everyone whether you’re a local looking to do something new, or vacationing in the Tampa Bay area. Here are 45 cheap and free Tampa Bay Area activities to try. Click any of the numbered titles for a link to that activity.
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Sunken Gardens is a gorgeous tropical oasis in the middle of St. Petersburg teeming with gigantic palms, philodendrons, flowers and waterfalls. Spend the afternoon wandering the winding paths of this plant lovers’ paradise! The Sunken Gardens is over 100 years old, making it one of Florida’s oldest roadside attractions. The garden started in 1903 when
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Looking for something to do on a rainy day in Tampa Bay? Contrary to popular belief, the Sunshine State isn’t always sunny. There are actually a lot of rainy days in Florida especially in the summertime during the busy vacation season. Make the most of your day in Tampa with these fun indoor activities the
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Typically state parks get all the love, but there are a bunch of other parks around the Tampa Bay area that are just as fun. From boardwalks and observation towers to mangrove coastlines and even a birds of prey sanctuary — these lesser known Tampa Bay parks are worth a visit! Lettuce Lake Conservation Park
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Boyd Hill Nature Preserve is a park in St. Petersburg that offers a variety of fun activities and ecosystems to explore. Hike around Lake Maggiore through swamp, willow marsh, pine flatwoods, sand pine scrub and hardwood hammocks ecosystems. Also be sure to keep a lookout for alligators, birds, snakes, butterflies, gopher tortoises and more. Birds
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