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
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! (270 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay, Randy the supervisor was very kind and helpful!"

Reviewed on 17 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 S$168 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
S$168
27 Jul - 28 Jul
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! (1,004 reviews)
"Staff was excellent"

Reviewed on 15 Jul, 2025

Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront
Moxy St. Petersburg Downtown

Moxy St. Petersburg Downtown

3 out of 5
1234 Central Avenue, St. Petersburg, FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$173 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
S$173
28 Jul - 29 Jul
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! (157 reviews)
"Property is in a good location"

Reviewed on 16 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 S$140 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
S$140
19 Aug - 20 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! (650 reviews)
"It was a nice stay. Other my room not getting cleaned an more towels it was good."

Reviewed on 17 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 S$321 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
S$321
27 Jul - 28 Jul
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! (2,017 reviews)
"Location was great. Property on the beach owned by the property needed tidiness. Trash, etc."

Reviewed on 18 Jul, 2025

Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa
Hotel Alba, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Alba, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
5303 W Kennedy Blvd, Tampa, FL
The price is S$185 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
S$185
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tampa. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,994 reviews)
"I really enjoyed the pool it was the perfect temperature and depth. What really turned me off about this hotel was the elevator situation as it has been mentioned in other reviews. Only 1 elevator works and its operator by 1 employee. The way you call it is by pressing the button on a ring door camera ..."

Reviewed on 15 Jul, 2025

Hotel Alba, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
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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