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Guide to Saint Petersburg's best spots
The Dalí Museum is one of Guide to Saint Petersburg's best spots.

1. The Dalí Museum

9.0
1 Dali Blvd (at Bayshore Dr & 5th Av SE), Saint Petersburg, FL
Art Museum · University Park - South Downtown · 209 tips and reviews

Dave G.Dave G: 1/2 off Thursdays after 5pm!

Saturday Morning Market is one of Guide to Saint Petersburg's best spots.

2. Saturday Morning Market

100 1st St SE (at 1st Ave), Saint Petersburg, FL
Farmers Market · University Park - South Downtown · 83 tips and reviews

Sunje S.Sunje Schwarz: Fresh, organic produce, fair labor coffees and clothes, plants, crafts, baked products and so much more. This is a great place to go on a Saturday morning

Red Mesa Cantina is one of Guide to Saint Petersburg's best spots.

3. Red Mesa Cantina

8.9
128 3rd St S (at 2nd Ave S), Saint Petersburg, FL
Mexican Restaurant · University Park - South Downtown · 182 tips and reviews

RMC S.RMC Saint Pete: Fajita Wednesday's are awesome! Beef, chicken or shrimp!

Kahwa Coffee is one of Guide to Saint Petersburg's best spots.

4. Kahwa Coffee

8.6
475 2nd St N (5th Ave North), Saint Petersburg, FL
Coffee Shop · North Downtown · 40 tips and reviews

Dave G.Dave G: Loved their coffee. It was so good that we bought a lb of their Mistral espresso blend (and we're mainly tea drinkers).

Paciugo Gelato & Caffè is one of Guide to Saint Petersburg's best spots.

5. Paciugo Gelato & Caffè

9.3
300 Beach Dr NE (at Fareham Pl N), Saint Petersburg, FL
Ice Cream Parlor · North Downtown · 73 tips and reviews

Dave G.Dave G: Their version of a hot fudge sunday (chocolate sauce) is ridiculous. So good! I'm drooling just typing about it. All of the various types of gelato that I have tried have all been excellent.

Fort DeSoto Park is one of Guide to Saint Petersburg's best spots.

6. Fort DeSoto Park

8.5
3500 Pinellas Bayway S, Tierra Verde, FL
State or Provincial Park · Fort DeSoto · 66 tips and reviews

Dave G.Dave G: Have a four legged furry friend? Check out their dog beach! It is awesome. But please, pick up after your dogs and don't throw it in the water. People and dogs are swimming plus it's nasty & rude!

The Chattaway Drive-in is one of Guide to Saint Petersburg's best spots.

7. The Chattaway Drive-in

8.6
358 22nd Ave S (at 4th St S), Saint Petersburg, FL
American Restaurant · 36 tips and reviews

Dave G.Dave G: The broccoli cheese bites are really good!

Haslam's Book Store is one of Guide to Saint Petersburg's best spots.

8. Haslam's Book Store

7.7
2025 Central Ave, Saint Petersburg, FL
Bookstore · 18 tips and reviews

Roland M.Roland Martino: A Florida treasure

Mahaffey Theater is one of Guide to Saint Petersburg's best spots.

9. Mahaffey Theater

9.1
400 1st St S, Saint Petersburg, FL
Concert Hall · University Park - South Downtown · 31 tips and reviews

Dave G.Dave G: Florida Orchestra performs on Saturday evenings (sometimes with a rare matinee performance) during their season. This is a magnificent place to enjoy music!

Tropicana Field is one of Guide to Saint Petersburg's best spots.

10. Tropicana Field

8.6
1 Tropicana Dr, Saint Petersburg, FL
Baseball Stadium · 227 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: The 10,000-gallon Rays Tank, located behind the right-center-field wall, features more than 30 rays that fans can touch and feed during the game.

Jannus Live is one of Guide to Saint Petersburg's best spots.

11. Jannus Live

8.8
200 1st Ave N, Saint Petersburg, FL
Music Venue · University Park - South Downtown · 55 tips and reviews

Dave G.Dave G: If you can get 9 other people to pitch in, their suites are the way to go. Especially now that they pack the people in like sardines.

The Tap Room at the Hollander is one of Guide to Saint Petersburg's best spots.

12. The Tap Room at the Hollander

7.9
421 4th Ave N (btwn 5th St. N & 4th St. N), Saint Petersburg, FL
Hotel Bar · North Downtown · 32 tips and reviews

Dave G.Dave G: Try the Mojo Pork sandwich and upgrade your side to an order of onion rings. Add one of their awesome beers to the mix and it's a great start to a nice day.

St Pete Brewing Company is one of Guide to Saint Petersburg's best spots.

13. St Pete Brewing Company

8.2
544 1st Ave N, Saint Petersburg, FL
Brewery · University Park - South Downtown · 19 tips and reviews

Dave G.Dave G: The I-275 Imperial Red is really good! And it has a kick.

Infused Tea Company is one of Guide to Saint Petersburg's best spots.

14. Infused Tea Company

300 Beach Dr NE Ste 124, Saint Petersburg, FL
Tea Room · North Downtown · 37 tips and reviews

Dave G.Dave G: Ask for a Dr. Shine... Great blend with a bit of a pick-me-up from the mate.

Boyd Hill Nature Preserve is one of Guide to Saint Petersburg's best spots.

15. Boyd Hill Nature Preserve

9.2
1101 Country Club Way S, Saint Petersburg, FL
Hiking Trail · 17 tips and reviews

Dave G.Dave G: There are many gators that tend to hang out on the lake bed of Lake Maggiore. Do not mess with them, or you'll end up like Hook. This is one of the best parks in Tampa Bay! Bring lots of H2O.

Museum of Fine Arts is one of Guide to Saint Petersburg's best spots.

16. Museum of Fine Arts

8.7
255 Beach Dr NE (bt 3rd & 2nd Avs NE), Saint Petersburg, FL
Art Museum · North Downtown · 24 tips and reviews

TIMETIME: The Museum of Fine Arts in St. Petersburg offers a legendary permanent collection, fascinating traveling exhibits, and exciting events to immerse yourself in the world of art.

State Theatre is one of Guide to Saint Petersburg's best spots.

17. State Theatre

8.5
687 Central Ave (Central Avenue and 7th street), Saint Petersburg, FL
Music Venue · University Park - South Downtown · 18 tips and reviews

CJ W.CJ Wright: To get tickets without having to pay TicketMaster fees, you can go to the record store across the street (Daddy Kool). They're only open a few hours each day, but it's a great way to save a few bucks!

Daddy Kool Records is one of Guide to Saint Petersburg's best spots.

18. Daddy Kool Records

8.4
666 Central Ave, Saint Petersburg, FL
Record Store · University Park - South Downtown · 26 tips and reviews

TBOcomTBOcom: In addition to an impressive selection of vinyl, there's a nice stock of used CDs as well as T-shirts, stickers and other lifestyle items. (The Short List: Top 5 music stores.) Read more.

The 600 Block is one of Guide to Saint Petersburg's best spots.

19. The 600 Block

8.0
Miscellaneous Store · University Park - South Downtown · 2 tips and reviews

Daniel M.Daniel Markovich: Artist Walk Every Third Saturday of the Month.

Mazzaro Italian Market is one of Guide to Saint Petersburg's best spots.

20. Mazzaro Italian Market

9.4
2909 22nd Ave N (at 26th St), Saint Petersburg, FL
Gourmet Store · 146 tips and reviews

Grace B.Grace Bowles: You can spend hours in here! The most delicious sandwiches, desserts, entrees, and cheeses! Eat on the patio and get serenaded :)

Cajun Cafe On The Bayou is one of Guide to Saint Petersburg's best spots.

21. Cajun Cafe On The Bayou

7.8
8101 Park Blvd N (82nd Ave N), Pinellas Park, FL
Cajun and Creole Restaurant · 56 tips and reviews

Dave G.Dave G: My favorite restaurant! Try the crawfish corn bread and the crawfish étouffée. The beer festival is NOT to be missed.

Banyon Tree is one of Guide to Saint Petersburg's best spots.

22. Banyon Tree

7.7
Saint Petersburg, FL
Tree · North Downtown · 3 tips and reviews

Dave G.Dave G: Find a bench and enjoy your book.

The Ale and The Witch is one of Guide to Saint Petersburg's best spots.

23. The Ale and The Witch

8.9
111 2nd Ave NE Ste 104, Saint Petersburg, FL
Beer Garden · North Downtown · 70 tips and reviews

Dave G.Dave G: Great selection of beer and a fun place to hang! The bartenders do a good job of keeping up while slammed.

Parkshore Grill is one of Guide to Saint Petersburg's best spots.

24. Parkshore Grill

8.5
300 Beach Dr NE, Saint Petersburg, FL
Steakhouse · North Downtown · 61 tips and reviews

Dave G.Dave G: Two words: Parkshore Burger!

Gratzzi Italian Grille is one of Guide to Saint Petersburg's best spots.

25. Gratzzi Italian Grille

8.0
211 2nd St S (2nd Ave South), Saint Petersburg, FL
Italian Restaurant · University Park - South Downtown · 50 tips and reviews

Rick O.Rick Oppenheim: Incredible Italian food, amazing service, great atmosphere. Highly recommended.

Z Grille is one of Guide to Saint Petersburg's best spots.

26. Z Grille

104 2nd St S (at 1st Ave S), Saint Petersburg, FL
Mexican Restaurant · University Park - South Downtown · 55 tips and reviews

TBOcomTBOcom: This hip eatery offers elegance with an edge, balancing the fancy with the familiar in a collision of fine-dining with laid-back SoCal taste and technique. The Dr. Pepper Fried Ribs are a must.

The Birch & Vine is one of Guide to Saint Petersburg's best spots.

27. The Birch & Vine

8.0
340 Beach Dr NE, Saint Petersburg, FL
New American Restaurant · North Downtown · 29 tips and reviews

Dave G.Dave G: Perfect for lunch! Excellent food & service.

400 Beach Seafood & Tap House is one of Guide to Saint Petersburg's best spots.

28. 400 Beach Seafood & Tap House

8.2
400 Beach Dr NE (5th Ave NE), Saint Petersburg, FL
Seafood Restaurant · North Downtown · 72 tips and reviews

Dave G.Dave G: Excellent service at the bar! Perfect if you're solo or on a date.

Sawgrass Lake County Park is one of Guide to Saint Petersburg's best spots.

29. Sawgrass Lake County Park

8.9
7400 25th St N, Saint Petersburg, FL
Hiking Trail · 24 tips and reviews

Diana L.Diana Leavengood: See aligators, turtles, 100's of birds, armadillos, and snakes as you stroll along the boardwalk.

The Crab Shack is one of Guide to Saint Petersburg's best spots.

30. The Crab Shack

7.7
11400 Gandy Blvd N, Saint Petersburg, FL
Seafood Restaurant · 56 tips and reviews

Dave G.Dave G: The snow crab is some of the freshest you'll find in FL. Not too salty or freezer burned like some other places. It may not look like much from the outside but the snow crab is a must.

Toby's Original Little Italy Pizza is one of Guide to Saint Petersburg's best spots.

31. Toby's Original Little Italy Pizza

8.9
3523 49th St N, Saint Petersburg, FL
Pizzeria · Disston Heights · 49 tips and reviews

Dave G.Dave G: Best NY style pizza in the area! Grab a slice or two and a drink.

Cappy's Pizza is one of Guide to Saint Petersburg's best spots.

32. Cappy's Pizza

9.1
2900 1st Ave N, Saint Petersburg, FL
Pizzeria · Historic Kenwood · 30 tips and reviews

Dave G.Dave G: Fantastic Chicago style pizza! Cappy all the way.

Cafe Mozart is one of Guide to Saint Petersburg's best spots.

33. Cafe Mozart

7.5
6754 4th St N, Saint Petersburg, FL
Bakery · Fossil Park · 12 tips and reviews
Cafe Vienna is one of Guide to Saint Petersburg's best spots.

34. Cafe Vienna

5625 4th St N (btw 56th & 57th), Saint Petersburg, FL
German Restaurant · 15 tips and reviews

Dave G.Dave G: The Beef Stroganoff and the Rouladen are both excellent. The Lulleky is to die for. Very good service but you may want to call ahead on busy nights...

Vinoy Park is one of Guide to Saint Petersburg's best spots.

35. Vinoy Park

501 5th Ave NE (Beach Drive NE), Saint Petersburg, FL
Concert Hall · Historic Old Northeast · 12 tips and reviews

TBOcomTBOcom: Little ones will enjoy playing at the playground or dipping their toes in the bay. It's also walking distance to several nice outdoor restaurants. (The Short List: Top 5 parks.) Read more.

3 Daughters Brewery is one of Guide to Saint Petersburg's best spots.

36. 3 Daughters Brewery

9.1
222 22nd St S, Saint Petersburg, FL
Brewery · 51 tips and reviews

Theresa M.Theresa Matye: One of my favorite breweries in St pete. They need to work on being more consistent with their beers.. fun place even for the kiddos. Lots of activities. Bands and food trucks on weekends

Ferg's Sports Bar & Grill is one of Guide to Saint Petersburg's best spots.

37. Ferg's Sports Bar & Grill

8.4
1320 Central Ave, Saint Petersburg, FL
Sports Bar · 75 tips and reviews

TBOcomTBOcom: Ferg's is the unofficial hangout for Rays fans - and it's not a bad spot to grab a burger or some wings before a ballgame, either. (The Short List: Top 5 places to eat before a Rays game.) Read more.

O'bistro is one of Guide to Saint Petersburg's best spots.

38. O'bistro

8.2
6661 Central Ave, Saint Petersburg, FL
American Restaurant · 16 tips and reviews

Dave G.Dave G: Mac & cheese! Mmmmmm...

Red Mesa Mercado is one of Guide to Saint Petersburg's best spots.

39. Red Mesa Mercado

8.7
1100 1st Ave N (11th Street), Saint Petersburg, FL
Mexican Restaurant · 24 tips and reviews

Dave G.Dave G: Try the queso and chips!

EVOS St Petersburg is one of Guide to Saint Petersburg's best spots.

40. EVOS St Petersburg

8.3
2631 4th St N, Saint Petersburg, FL
Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant · Historic Old Northeast · 47 tips and reviews

Dave G.Dave G: Crispy Buffalo Chicken & the Chopped Steak Taco are both very good. LOVE the ketchup options.

Lucky Dill Deli is one of Guide to Saint Petersburg's best spots.

41. Lucky Dill Deli

277 Central Ave (3rd St.), Saint Petersburg, FL
Deli · University Park - South Downtown · 51 tips and reviews

Seven Times SevenSeven Times Seven: Make sure to get the Dagwood, since if you finish it... Your Picture will go on the wall of fame! Oh ya, shake Ken's hand-- He is GREAT!

The Burg Bar & Grill is one of Guide to Saint Petersburg's best spots.

42. The Burg Bar & Grill

9.2
1752 Central Ave, Saint Petersburg, FL
American Restaurant · 72 tips and reviews

Dave G.Dave G: Cheat meal or just don't care? The onion rings are really good and I loved the pulled pork sliders w/cheddar as well.

The Mandarin Hide is one of Guide to Saint Petersburg's best spots.

43. The Mandarin Hide

8.8
231 Central Ave, Saint Petersburg, FL
Cocktail Bar · University Park - South Downtown · 59 tips and reviews

I Love the BurgI Love the Burg: First there was the Moscow, now there's the Root Mule.

Green Bench Brewing Co. is one of Guide to Saint Petersburg's best spots.

44. Green Bench Brewing Co.

9.0
1133 Baum Ave N, Saint Petersburg, FL
Brewery · 70 tips and reviews

Dave G.Dave G: Very cool place to hang out & drink a beer at but the beers are only meh. Their outdoor area is better enjoyed during a pleasant evening with live music.

Demens Landing Park is one of Guide to Saint Petersburg's best spots.

45. Demens Landing Park

9.1
Saint Petersburg, FL
Park · 12 tips and reviews

Dave G.Dave G: Perfect park to throw a frisbee in... Or a football.

Florida Holocaust Museum is one of Guide to Saint Petersburg's best spots.

46. Florida Holocaust Museum

7.1
55 5th St S, Saint Petersburg, FL
Museum · University Park - South Downtown · 9 tips and reviews

Dave G.Dave G: Free admission on the 1st Saturday of each month with a Bank of America card.

Crowley's Downtown is one of Guide to Saint Petersburg's best spots.

47. Crowley's Downtown

269 Central Ave, Saint Petersburg, FL
Pub · University Park - South Downtown · 84 tips and reviews

I Love the BurgI Love the Burg: The Reuben Egg Roll is really all that, and a bag of chips.

Joey Brooklyn's Famous Pizza is one of Guide to Saint Petersburg's best spots.

48. Joey Brooklyn's Famous Pizza

8.1
210 1st Ave N, Saint Petersburg, FL
Pizzeria · University Park - South Downtown · 28 tips and reviews

Dave G.Dave G: Decent slice, especially when you're hungry at a concert at Jannus.

Crescent Lake Park is one of Guide to Saint Petersburg's best spots.

49. Crescent Lake Park

9.2
7th St & 22nd Ave, Saint Petersburg, FL
Park · Crescent Lake · 28 tips and reviews

Dave G.Dave G: Excellent place to run. Plus they have markers so you can keep track of the distance manually.

St. Petersburg Pier is one of Guide to Saint Petersburg's best spots.

50. St. Petersburg Pier

800 2nd Ave NE, Saint Petersburg, FL
Pier · 46 tips and reviews

Dave G.Dave G: Currently In limbo