Indian Shores/Madeira Beach/St Pete/Clearwater - Tampa Bay Area
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Renowned for laid-back beaches and great dining, Indian Rocks Beach and Indian Shores are where you want to go if you want a quiet vacation that isn’t too far away from activity hubs like Clearwater Beach or John’s Pass. The quieter beaches here are perfect for those seeking serenity with a side of good food and drink.
338 locals recommend
Indian Rocks Beach
Renowned for laid-back beaches and great dining, Indian Rocks Beach and Indian Shores are where you want to go if you want a quiet vacation that isn’t too far away from activity hubs like Clearwater Beach or John’s Pass. The quieter beaches here are perfect for those seeking serenity with a side of good food and drink.
Pier 60 Clearwater
1 Causeway BlvdIndian Rocks Beach Nature Preserve
903 Gulf BoulevardSightseeing
On your beach stroll, be sure to stop by Seaside Seabird Sanctuary. You can walk up right off the beach, or if you’re arriving by car, there’s a parking lot accessed off Gulf Boulevard
88 locals recommend
Seaside Seabird Sanctuary
18328 Gulf BlvdOn your beach stroll, be sure to stop by Seaside Seabird Sanctuary. You can walk up right off the beach, or if you’re arriving by car, there’s a parking lot accessed off Gulf Boulevard
CMA allows visitors to go beyond a typical aquarium experience and explore the world of marine life rescue. See rescued dolphins, sea turtles, otters and more. Discover the working animal hospital. And be inspired and educated by presentations, educational games and exhibits.
714 locals recommend
Clearwater Marine Aquarium
249 Windward PassageCMA allows visitors to go beyond a typical aquarium experience and explore the world of marine life rescue. See rescued dolphins, sea turtles, otters and more. Discover the working animal hospital. And be inspired and educated by presentations, educational games and exhibits.
A signature icon for downtown St. Pete, the St. Pete Pier is now the anchor of the highly anticipated St. Pete Pier District which spreads out along 26 acres of Tampa Bay waterfront. Filled with green spaces, eateries and activities, the St. Pete Pier is the perfect place to spend a day. The St. Pete Pier operates 30 minutes before sunrise and closes at 11 p.m. The Marketplace hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Restaurant hours vary. The Pier has 500 parking spots as well as extensive bike parking and access via the Downtown Looper and Central Avenue Trolley. There is a tram that runs back and forth along the Pier with four stops throughout. paved wide paved paths make the Pier accessible for all. Families will enjoy the Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center with unique interactive exhibits that educate about Tampa Bay's unique ecosystem in a hands-on fashion. Then, the splash pad is the perfect spot for kiddies to play and cool-off on a hot summer day. Enjoy the pavilion next-door and load up on snacks and cold drinks, or head to Spa Beach for some toes-in-the-sand fun without having to leave the Pier. If you have an appetite, there are plenty of restaurants to savor. Pier Point restaurants include the fine dining eatery Teak, a more laid back and tropical tiki bar Pier Teaki and the Driftwood cafe. All three are on different levels of the Pier Point at the very end of the pier and all have amazing views of Tampa Bay and the city. But those aren't the only waterfront dining options, Doc Ford's Rum Bar and Grille is the place most apt to find a party! The Pier has several other fun activities for all visitors to enjoy. Fisherman have numerous spots along the structure to throw out a line and see what's biting. Be sure to also purchase a souvenir at the Marketplace, with has an array of independent vendors selling artwork. There are also several other playgrounds, art installations and picnic areas you'll want to check out.
465 locals recommend
St. Pete Pier
800 2nd Ave NEA signature icon for downtown St. Pete, the St. Pete Pier is now the anchor of the highly anticipated St. Pete Pier District which spreads out along 26 acres of Tampa Bay waterfront. Filled with green spaces, eateries and activities, the St. Pete Pier is the perfect place to spend a day. The St. Pete Pier operates 30 minutes before sunrise and closes at 11 p.m. The Marketplace hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Restaurant hours vary. The Pier has 500 parking spots as well as extensive bike parking and access via the Downtown Looper and Central Avenue Trolley. There is a tram that runs back and forth along the Pier with four stops throughout. paved wide paved paths make the Pier accessible for all. Families will enjoy the Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center with unique interactive exhibits that educate about Tampa Bay's unique ecosystem in a hands-on fashion. Then, the splash pad is the perfect spot for kiddies to play and cool-off on a hot summer day. Enjoy the pavilion next-door and load up on snacks and cold drinks, or head to Spa Beach for some toes-in-the-sand fun without having to leave the Pier. If you have an appetite, there are plenty of restaurants to savor. Pier Point restaurants include the fine dining eatery Teak, a more laid back and tropical tiki bar Pier Teaki and the Driftwood cafe. All three are on different levels of the Pier Point at the very end of the pier and all have amazing views of Tampa Bay and the city. But those aren't the only waterfront dining options, Doc Ford's Rum Bar and Grille is the place most apt to find a party! The Pier has several other fun activities for all visitors to enjoy. Fisherman have numerous spots along the structure to throw out a line and see what's biting. Be sure to also purchase a souvenir at the Marketplace, with has an array of independent vendors selling artwork. There are also several other playgrounds, art installations and picnic areas you'll want to check out.
The Florida Botanical Gardens inspires and delights visitors of all ages. Florida' s finest formal gardens, scenic landscapes and natural habitats unfold across 150 sun-kissed acres. More than 25 gardens and display areas delight nature enthusiastics including the Tropical, Daylily, Bromeliad and Butterfly gardens. A Rose Garden shows off a dazzling array of species perfect for the Florida climate. Take a few minutes to marvel at the wildlife, including alligators, that call the Gardens home. Stop by the Botanical Bounty Store for a souvenir or gift sporting a horticultural flair.
158 locals recommend
Florida Botanical Gardens
12520 Ulmerton RdThe Florida Botanical Gardens inspires and delights visitors of all ages. Florida' s finest formal gardens, scenic landscapes and natural habitats unfold across 150 sun-kissed acres. More than 25 gardens and display areas delight nature enthusiastics including the Tropical, Daylily, Bromeliad and Butterfly gardens. A Rose Garden shows off a dazzling array of species perfect for the Florida climate. Take a few minutes to marvel at the wildlife, including alligators, that call the Gardens home. Stop by the Botanical Bounty Store for a souvenir or gift sporting a horticultural flair.
Walk along Dodecanese Boulevard to see docked sponge boats, shops selling seas sponges and restaurants serving up authentic Greek cuisine. The early sponge industry created a need for eating places at the Docks for the boat crews. Soon, as news of this unusual industry spread, people began to come to the Docks to see the sponges. Shops opened so that the tourists could purchase sponges and other souvenirs. The tourism industry blossomed in Tarpon Springs. Some of the original shops remain at the Docks today, owned by the same families that started them. Through the years more shops have opened, putting the number at well over 100 today. There are approximately fifteen restaurants in the Sponge Docks area, several of them internationally known
369 locals recommend
Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks
735 Dodecanese BlvdWalk along Dodecanese Boulevard to see docked sponge boats, shops selling seas sponges and restaurants serving up authentic Greek cuisine. The early sponge industry created a need for eating places at the Docks for the boat crews. Soon, as news of this unusual industry spread, people began to come to the Docks to see the sponges. Shops opened so that the tourists could purchase sponges and other souvenirs. The tourism industry blossomed in Tarpon Springs. Some of the original shops remain at the Docks today, owned by the same families that started them. Through the years more shops have opened, putting the number at well over 100 today. There are approximately fifteen restaurants in the Sponge Docks area, several of them internationally known
Candy Kitchen
13711 Gulf BlvdSunken Gardens
1825 4th St NBoca Ciega Millennium Park
12410 74th Ave NGreat park for kids to explore!
Perfect nature park to bring the kids where they can see and feed turtles. Park has several birds of prey on display. Visitor center has screech owls and other animals for up close viewing. Picnic areas available and dock that takes you out to the intracoastal. FREE to the public.
48 locals recommend
George C. McGough Nature Park
11901 146th St NPerfect nature park to bring the kids where they can see and feed turtles. Park has several birds of prey on display. Visitor center has screech owls and other animals for up close viewing. Picnic areas available and dock that takes you out to the intracoastal. FREE to the public.
Splash Harbour Water Park
399 2nd StBoyd Hill Nature Preserve Visitor Center
Dolphin Watching Tour Johns Pass
170 Boardwalk Pl EGreen Iguana Rentals, LLC
19707 Gulf BlvdTampa Riverwalk
Brooker Creek Preserve & Environmental Education Center
3940 Keystone RdFood scene
Caddy’s Waterfront is a collection of the best waterside and beachfront restaurants on Florida’s West Coast. Choose from 7 locations
42 locals recommend
Caddy's Madeira Beach
14080 Gulf BoulevardCaddy’s Waterfront is a collection of the best waterside and beachfront restaurants on Florida’s West Coast. Choose from 7 locations
The chefs have developed partnerships with local fisherman and companies that provide them with fresh dayboat caught seafood selections from our gulf waters and beyond. You can see their fishing fleet unloading daily on our docks fresh grouper, red snapper, mangrove snapper, yellowfin tuna, mahi mahi, etc.
All of their steaks are hand cut U.S.D.A Prime or choice grade beef from top midwestern feeders and aged four to six weeks in our in-house temperature controlled aging room to develop maximum flavor and tenderness. They are then grilled over natural oak and citrus wood pit fire. You won't find a better steak!
319 locals recommend
Salt Rock Grill
19325 Gulf BlvdThe chefs have developed partnerships with local fisherman and companies that provide them with fresh dayboat caught seafood selections from our gulf waters and beyond. You can see their fishing fleet unloading daily on our docks fresh grouper, red snapper, mangrove snapper, yellowfin tuna, mahi mahi, etc.
All of their steaks are hand cut U.S.D.A Prime or choice grade beef from top midwestern feeders and aged four to six weeks in our in-house temperature controlled aging room to develop maximum flavor and tenderness. They are then grilled over natural oak and citrus wood pit fire. You won't find a better steak!
Lu Lu's Ice Cream and Candy Shop
19823 Gulf BlvdGreat place to enjoy ice cream near the beach!
The Conch Republic Grill
16699 Gulf BlvdBeach Pizza Plus
Burrito Social
The Original Crabby Bills
401 Gulf BlvdE&E Stakeout Grill
100 Indian Rocks Rd NCafe Largo
12551 Indian Rocks RdThe Pie Factory
12777 Walsingham RdSt. Pete Bagel Co.
11987 Indian Rocks RdDunkin'
Ember Rooftop Lounge at the Cambria Madeira Beach
Guppy's On the Beach
1701 Gulf BlvdSlyce Indian Rocks Beach
311 Gulf BlvdBest sangria around! Food is fresh and excellent
35 locals recommend
Broke N Bored Grill, Redington Shores
35 182nd Ave WBest sangria around! Food is fresh and excellent
Coco Wood Grill
Angry Pepper
4330 Duhme RdOriginal Pizza & Restaurant
19525 Gulf BlvdSouthie Coffee - Seminole
13045 Park Blvd NGypsy Souls Coffeehouse
17465 Gulf BlvdMad Beach Craft Brewing Company
12945 Village BlvdSweet Brewnette
13999 Gulf BlvdFirst Watch
13200 Seminole BlvdJuice Habit
12788 Indian Rocks RdIndian Shores Coffee
19221 Gulf BlvdCafe de Paris Bakery
2300 Gulf BlvdCoco Wood Grill
Clear Sky on Park
Caddy's Indian Shores
20025 Gulf BlvdBeaches
Indian Shores Beach Access
19500 Gulf BlvdMadeira Beach Access
14400 Gulf BlvdIndian Rocks Beach Access
1700 Gulf BlvdClearwater Beach
Gulf of Mexico DriveContact Native eSUP Adventures and have them guide you on an Electric Paddle Board & Hybrid Kayak Adventure
9 locals recommend
Shell Key Preserve
2187 Oceanview DrContact Native eSUP Adventures and have them guide you on an Electric Paddle Board & Hybrid Kayak Adventure
Grocery
Publix Super Market at Paradise Shoppes of Largo
10411 Ulmerton RdSprouts Farmers Market
Whole Foods Market
27001 US Hwy 19 NWalmart Neighborhood Market
Kid Friendly Activities
We Rock the Spectrum Clearwater- Please call for open playhours
Glazer Children's Museum
110 W Gasparilla PlazaGreat Explorations Children's Museum
1925 4th St NSmugglers Cove Adventure Golf
15395 Gulf BlvdBusch Gardens Main Entrance
10165 McKinley DrAlligator Attraction
14805 Gulf BoulevardMuseum of Science and Industry
4801 E Fowler Ave.
Treasure Island Fun Center
7770 Seminole Blvd