The Gulp Coast Craft Beer Trail
In a sea of destinations offering good craft beer, St. Pete/Clearwater is truly a stand-out. Here, more than 35 locally owned breweries make up what we call the "Gulp Coast" – an incomparable vacation spot where you can sample the unique creations of talented brewmasters.
How best to explore the Gulp Coast? First, peruse the three craft beer itineraries on this page - each offers a handy grouping of breweries near each other. Next, identify your designated driver and let the fun begin! Oh, and did we mention... we've got a brand-new (and totally free!) Gulp Coast Passport to help you explore our local breweries and earn badges along the way!
The all-new Gulp Coast Passport is here!
Explore St. Pete/Clearwater's craft beer trail with our new passport. You'll discover hidden gems and award-winning breweries along the way!
Check it OutWebb's City Cellar in St. Pete is a James Beard Award semi-finalist in the "Outstanding Bar" category!
Explore the North Region
Tarpon Springs, Palm Harbor & Dunedin
The north region of the Gulp Coast Craft Beer Trail boasts 17 craft breweries, several housed in unique spaces such as an historic pharmacy building and a 1909 fire station. Others are conveniently located just off the Pinellas Trail, if bikes and beers are your style. Bonus: These breweries are located in some of the area's most charming small towns.
Explore the Central Region
Clearwater, Largo, Safety Harbor & Seminole
In the Central Region of the Gulp Coast, you’ll find a range of beer experiences from a brewery/movie house combo to a 40-tap tasting room to a beer garden where kids and pets feel welcome. Don't Miss: Arkane Aleworks in Largo was recognized as Florida's best small brewery in 2018 and 2019.
Explore the South Region
St. Pete, St. Pete Beach, Treasure Island & Madeira Beach
From craft beer icons such as Green Bench and 3 Daughters Brewing in downtown St. Pete to intimate breweries along our beautiful beaches, the South Region is well worth the trip. Make a day of it and pair your brewery experiences with a visit to a museum or an afternoon by the shore.
family-friendly breweries
When you want to visit our great craft breweries, there’s no need to leave the kids at home. Check out this list of St. Pete/Clearwater breweries that extend a warm welcome to families.
let the fun begin