If sugar-sand beaches and emerald-green waters are among your vacation must-haves, look no further than St. Pete/Clearwater, Florida. The destination's 35 miles of beautiful shoreline have consistently topped lists ranking America's best beaches. Try Caladesi Island or Egmont Key State Park for a secluded beach escape.
Downtown St. Pete has some of the best waterfront dining in Florida, including Doc Ford's Rum Bar & Grille at the St. Pete Pier. In Clearwater Beach, Frenchy's Rockaway Grill is known for its fresh grouper. Bon Appetit is a go-to in small-town Dunedin, while Salt Rock Grill in Indian Rocks Beach offers fine dining with a casual spin.
There are countless ways to get outside in sunny St. Pete/Clearwater. Explore the tidal flats, mangroves and maritime forests in the myriad nature preserves and parks. Get out on the water with kayak, paddleboard, boat or jet ski adventures. Camp on the beach, watch wildlife or relax with a breezy beach picnic.
Take beachside relaxation to the next level with a visit to Spa Oceana at the Don CeSar, right on St. Pete Beach. Try a hot stone and lava shell massage at Hibiscus Spa at Hilton Clearwater Beach, or be pampered in style at Safety Harbor Resort & Spa, voted the best spa in St. Pete/Clearwater in 2023.
