Gulf To Bay St. Pete Clearwater FL - Gulf to Bay St. Pete Clearwater FL
TAMPA BAY
2021-05-08 08:19:05
The Tampa Bay Region, which derives its name from the bay - the largest open-water estuary in Florida, can be defined by a trio of major cities: St. Pete to the south, Clearwater to the west and Tampa to the east. Though each has its own distinct vibe, collectively they form a growing and attractive region, with two international airports, a dynamic and diverse local economy, multiple pro sports teams, a subtropical coastal climate and an enviable Central Gulf Coast location just 90 miles from Orlando-area theme parks. Millions of visitors arrive each year, a growing number of them adding to the area's 3 million residents that place Tampa Bay among the Top 20 metro areas in the U.S.
As the most popular tourism destination on the American Gulf Coast, the St. Pete/Clearwater area is situated on a sunsoaked peninsula, bound on one side by the Gulf of Mexico and the other by Tampa Bay. The area is home to worldclass beaches and 26 distinct communities, from the Greek sponge-fishing enclave Tarpon Springs in the north all the way down to Fort De Soto Park at the southern tip. Packed with arts, culture and adventure, visitors will discover a rhythm of life at whatever their speed.
PLAN YOUR VISIT
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Find up-to-date information on local health guidelines and tips for how to visit responsibly at VSPC.info
WEATHER
St. Pete holds a Guinness World Records title for the longest run of sunshine (768 days, f r om February 1967 to March 1969), so no matter what time of year you come here, do pack sunscreen, a wide-brimmed hat and UV-protective sunglasses. Remember to always drink plenty of water. In late spring and summer, light, casual clothes work best. Fall and winter temperatures vary from mild to cool, so determine in advance of your visit whether shorts and sandals are still in season or if it's time to pack a light jacket and pants.
GETTING HERE
ST. PETE-CLEARWATER INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (PIE) • Offering low fares, small crowds and connection from 55 non-stop destinations, the airport puts you close to area beaches. 14700 Terminal Blvd., Clearwater, 727-453-7800, fly2pie.com
TAMPA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (TPA) • Just 30-45 minutes from beachfront accommodations, Tampa International provides numerous airlines and flights in an award-winning terminal complex that's easy to navigate. 4100 George J. Bean Parkway, Tampa, 813-870-8700, tampaairport.com
GETTING AROUND
CLEARWATER FERRY • Visit Clearwater Beach using this water taxi. Free parking is available and there are stops at North Beach and the Clearwater Marine Aquarium. clearwaterferry.com
COAST BIKE SHARE • Borrow a bicycle from Coast Bike Share (including a new fleet of electric bikes)to explore downtown St. Pete. There are hundreds of bicycles at dozens of stations. You can rent f r om one station and return to any other. coastbikeshare.com
DOWNTOWN LOOPER • The Downtown Looper and eLooper electric bus connect major attractions within downtown St. Pete. The service runs seven days a week and is free to ride. psta.net
JOLLEY TROLLEY • The Jolley Trolley operates daily on Clearwater Beach, and its Coastal Route also operates daily between the beach and downtown Clearwater, Dunedin, Palm Harbor and Tarpon Springs. clearwaterjolleytrolley.com
PINELLAS SUNCOAST TRANSIT AUTHORITY • PSTA is the public transit provider for the St. Pete/Clearwater area, including the beaches and Route 300X Airport Express from Tampa International Airport. psta.net
SUNCOAST BEACH TROLLEY • You can explore all the beach towns along Gulf Boulevard from Clearwater Beach to St. Pete Beach with this connector that also has routes that run to downtown St. Pete. Exactfare is required, psta.net
THE CROSS-BAY FERRY • The high-speed ferry connects downtown St. Pete to downtown Tampa for a 50-minute scenic cruise across the calm waters of Tampa Bay. Operates seasonally from November until April. thecrossbayferry.com
ELECTRIC SCOOTERS • Like many cities across the country, St. Pete has added the popular electric scooter rental option, with hundreds of corrals around the city. Using the companies' respective phone apps, Razor offers scooters with a seat, and Veo offers standing models, and they charge by the minute to use the scooters. Just be sure to not ride on sidewalks; stick to bike lanes. razor.com and veoride.com
RIDE SHARING • Travel locally with popular ride-sharing services such as Uber and Lyft. Download the app and connect with a ride in minutes. uber.com and lyft.com
BRING YOUR OWN BOAT • Come with your own boat or rent one to tour the shoreline along the Gulf of Mexico and Intracoastal Waterway. VisitSPC.com/Boating
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