St. Pete Beach was named the No. 1 Beach in America by Tripadvisor in 2021.
St. Pete Beach
Home to Tripadvisor’s No. 1 Beach in the U.S. in 2021, this friendly, laid-back beach town is part family destination, part low-key haven for aspiring beach bums. Wherever you are in St. Pete Beach, you’re never far from great spots to eat, drink and shop.
St. Pete Beach at TradeWinds Island Grand Resort
Take a look at the gorgeous waters and soft white sand lining the coast at one of St. Pete/Clearwater's top resorts.
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Plan Your Perfect Beach Day
For hours of family fun, head to Upham Beach Park. (Tip from a local: Check out the “Secret Garden” on the north end of Upham Beach. You can only get to this lush spot by walking all the way to the north.)
For a splurge, stay at the TradeWinds Island Grand and get access to all of the resort's beachfront amenities including the High Tide Slide, pools, beach cabana, mini-golf, floating loungers and more.
If you’re craving an action-packed day with brews and beach volleyball, check out Postcard Inn or enjoy some live music at award-winning beach bar Jimmy B’s behind the Beachcomber Hotel.
For a truly laid-back beach day, head to Pass-a-Grille Beach.
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Top Things to Do
Explore St. Pete Beach’s two “main streets”: Corey Avenue and historic 8th Avenue, in Pass-a-Grille. To entertain the kids, head to Rumfish where you’ll find three enormous aquariums. For a totally immersive experience, you can actually snorkel in a Rumfish aquarium, putting you face-to-face with the snook, tarpons and stingrays.
Want some peace and quiet? Visit the city’s sparkling Intracoastal waterfront, including Horan Park, Egan Park and Ron McKenney Park.
See All Things to Do in St. Pete BeachWhere to Eat
No surprise that fresh seafood is the star of local menus in St. Pete Beach, but you'll find plenty of other options, too - some of them with beautiful rooftop, Gulf or Intracoastal views.
See All Dining in St. Pete BeachIf beach bar-hopping is on your vacation list, St. Pete Beach is one of the best places to do it.
On the south end of St. Pete Beach, The Undertow is perfect for open-air fun right on the sand. Closer to the main stretch of resorts, you’ll find popular beach bars Harry’s Beach Bar, Jimmy B’s and, next door, Postcard Inn – all featuring live music virtually every day. Or, mingle with the locals at Swigwam, a legendary dive, on Corey Avenue.
The TradeWinds Island Grand is a family-friendly beach resort with all the amenities you crave.
The Don CeSar is an iconic St. Pete Beach hotel with a rich history dating back to 1928.
At Postcard Inn on St. Pete Beach, you'll find a vintage-inspired aesthetic, a massive pool, beach bars and lots of fun to be had.
You'll find poolside fun and a cabana-lined beachfront at friendly Sirata Beach Resort. Find some serenity in one of the hammocks at the edge of the dunes.
A true St. Pete Beach landmark, cylindrical Bellwether Beach Resort has both a rooftop bar and a rotating restaurant overlooking the beach.
Lovers of mid century-modern style will marvel at Bon-Aire Resort's vintage charms – it opened in 1953. Beach access, a sparkling pool and a beachfront restaurant sweeten the deal.
Want to stay beachfront at a reasonable rate? Alden Suites is a great option.
Places to Stay
Full-service resorts such as the Don CeSar and the TradeWinds Resorts offer luxurious experiences with all the amenities you could desire. But you’ll also find plenty of “Old Florida” accommodations that are hidden gems here. Mid-century hotels such as the Bon-Aire Resort and Pass-a-Grille’s Coconut Inn harken back to vintage Florida without skimping on creature comforts. The newest kids on the block, The Saint and the Bellwether Beach Resort, offer a stylish-but-laid-back experience. Beachfront accommodations in St. Pete Beach that won’t strain your wallet include the Dolphin Beach Resort – which has a huge pool and a great beach bar.
