One Perfect Day in St. Pete-Clearwater
You can pack a lot of adventures into one vacation day.
Enjoy expansive views of a beautiful white-sand beach at The Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach.
How to spend one day in paradise in St. Pete-Clearwater? You could decide to spend all of it beachside on the powder-soft sands of Clearwater Beach or St. Pete Beach – from sunrise beach walk to sunset cocktail at a rooftop bar. But, if you’re looking for great ideas on how to maximize your fun, we’ve got your one-day St. Pete-Clearwater itinerary covered.
Morning: Outdoor Experiences
Sunrise & Seashells at Pass-a-Grille Beach
Start your day early with a peaceful walk at Pass-a-Grille Beach, one of the quietest and most charming stretches of sand in St. Pete-Clearwater. Head to the rock jetty at the southern tip, a favorite local spot for shelling, wildlife watching and stunning Gulf-meets-bay views. There’s a good chance you’ll spot dolphins and pelicans.
Early morning is the best time to go shelling on St. Pete-Clearwater's beautiful beaches.
Early morning is the best time to go shelling on St. Pete-Clearwater's beautiful beaches.
Breakfast at the Beach
Amble over to Paradise Grille, right on the sand, and grab a table or Adirondack chair practically at the water’s edge. The casual Florida setting and Gulf breezes make this the perfect way to fuel up for your next adventure.
Have breakfast with your toes in the sand at Paradise Grille.
Have breakfast with your toes in the sand at Paradise Grille.
Explore by Bike
If you’re staying at a cozy local accommodation, like Coconut Inn, you may be able to take advantage of free bikes (or you can rent one). Here, two wheels is better than four as you explore this tiny town where modern beach homes mingle with historic cottages in Easter egg colors.
Your hotel may offer bikes to guests, a great way to explore the area.
Your hotel may offer bikes to guests, a great way to explore the area.
Afternoon: Great Food & Cultural Experiences
Lunch Downtown
Café Gala is a wonderful spot to dine inside The Dalí Museum, with delicious tapas and pastries. And the James Museum has a great café, too, complete with an antique saloon bar.
Want to explore other St. Pete dining options? Choose Bodega on Central for delicious Cuban food, Juno & The Peacock for an elegant alfresco meal, Nitally’s ThaiMex for amazing fusion and colorful surroundings, or Mazzaro’s Italian Market for a one-of-a-kind shopping and dining experience.
Lunch outside and enjoy the beautiful Florida weather.
Lunch outside and enjoy the beautiful Florida weather.
Discover Art & Culture
Along St. Pete’s beautiful bayfront, experience the genius of surrealist Salvador Dalí at The Dalí Museum and take in one of the immersive 360 experiences in The Dalí Dome. Or, learn more about the culture and history of Native Americans and the American West at The James Museum of Western & Wildlife Art.
St. Pete has many unique museums to choose from – from the Museum of Art to The Chihuly Collection and The Museum of the American Arts & Crafts Movement – so you’re sure to have an enlightening day. Have extra time? View some of the 600+ murals in St. Pete.
The architecture of The Dalí Museum is as stunning as the surrealist's art works.
The architecture of The Dalí Museum is as stunning as the surrealist's art works.
Dinner Out
Sushi fans should make a reservation for the Omakase experience at Sushi Sho Rexley, one of the area's MICHELIN-recognized restaurants. Craving Italian? You'll have an extraordinary dining experience at Il Ritorno. Or discover a culinary adventure at Asian-inspired Fortu (be sure to save room for a show-stopping dessert). More delicious ideas: Head to the St. Pete Pier for a stroll by the water and dinner with a view at Perry's Porch or Doc Ford's Rum Bar & Grille.
Sunset Views
Relax and sip a fruity cocktail on the rooftop at Pier Teaki and enjoy views of Tampa Bay as well as sunset over the St. Pete skyline. The Birchwood Canopy is another great rooftop bar option nearby.
Looking for some sunset serenity? Skip the nightcap and head west to the beach for a perfect sunset, a memorable way to end your day in St. Pete-Clearwater.
End your day with a glorious sunset by the Gulf.
End your day with a glorious sunset by the Gulf.
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