St. Pete Beach has been a family tradition of ours for 4 generations. I’m sharing some of our favorite things to see and do.
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Where to stay
What to see
Where to eat
What to bring
Where to stay
Every option is below. I have to be bias and of course say Bon Aire is our favorite.
If you prefer more luxurious stays, this is the premiere resort on the beach. It’s beautiful!
The Don CeSar
This is great for a family who likes to stay busy with endless activities. They offer everything imaginable and have multiple restaurants.
TradeWinds Resort
If a hotel or resort is not your thing, VRBO has great options
St. Pete Beach Vacation Rentals, St. Petersburg - Clearwater
This retro motel is our favorite. You could stay here a week and walk the beach to everything you need. It has 2 pools and a beach bar with food where you could literally order from daily. Most rooms have kitchens so you can make your own meals if yo...
Bon-Aire Resort
What to see
These are all free! I did not include paid attractions.
It’s just south of St. Pete via the trolley and is great for shelling or local shopping.
Pass-a-Grille
If you’re looking for a boardwalk with shops and restaurants along the water, this is a short drive north
John's Pass
We love. Checking out these shops after we got shelling
Pass-a-Grille Historic District
Where to eat
Italian, Mexican and traditional seafood fare
Right Amon Gulf Blvd across from the Bon Aire, this is our go to for pasta and pizza.
Gigi's Italian Restaurants
Delicious authentic cuisine and our go to for salsa!
Grand Hacienda
Love this charming cafe in Pass a Grille
Paradise Grille
What to bring
If you forget to bring, you can always purchase while there!
Must have beautiful beach towels for your beach vacay!
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A cute hat is a must have for this beach vacay
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Rainbows are my favorite flip flop because they are so comfortable and supportive
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Love these because they are thin and packable
Beach Blankets
Must have good sunglasses and these are so reliable
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Don’t forget a Bluetooth speaker to jam to music by the pool and beach
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