Gulf To Bay St. Pete Clearwater FL

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St. Pete-Clearwater temperatures are moderated by the surrounding waters, keeping summer averages in the high 80s and winters rarely below 50 degrees.

Familiarly known as the Sunshine City, St. Pete holds a Guinness World Records title for the most consecutive sunny days (768 from February 1967 to March 1969).

BOAT TOURS AND RENTALS: If you love the water, you’re sure to enjoy guided nature tours by boat or try a sunset cruise, paddling trails or a ride on a pirate ship. There’s also the option to rent a small powerboat for an independent voyage out into the water. Choose your own adventure in the St. Pete-Clearwater area! VisitSPC.com/Boating

CLEARWATER FERRY: On Thursday through Sunday, visit Clearwater Beach using this water taxi and avoid traffic and parking hassles. Free parking is available in downtown Clearwater, with taxi stops at downtown Clearwater, the Clearwater Beach Marina and the Dunedin Marina. Reservations are recommended. 727-755-0297 • clearwaterferry.com

SUNRUNNER: The SunRunner bus is the first of its kind in Tampa Bay – it even has its own traffic lane. The 10.3-mile, 31-stop route is a great way to get from the beach to the ’Burg and connects riders to some of St. Pete-Clearwater’s most-visited destinations. The SunRunner offers free Wi-Fi and has charging stations at each seat. The bus runs every 15 minutes from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. and every 30 minutes from 8 p.m. to midnight Sunday through Saturday. It also offers 15-minute ride frequency until midnight on Friday and Saturday. Download PSTA’s Transit app to get started. psta.net

DOWNTOWN LOOPER: The Downtown Looper bus connects major attractions within downtown St. Pete, including the University of South Florida St. Petersburg; The Dalí Museum; the Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg; Beach Drive; and more. The free service operates seven days a week. psta.net

SUNCOAST BEACH TROLLEY: Visitors can explore all the beach towns along Gulf Boulevard, from Clearwater Beach to St. Pete Beach. Exact fare is required. psta.net

CLEARWATER JOLLEY TROLLEY: The vintage-style Clearwater Jolley Trolley’s beach and coastal routes operate daily around Clearwater Beach and neighboring coastal towns, including downtown Clearwater, Dunedin, Palm Harbor and Tarpon Springs. 727-445-1200 • clearwaterjolleytrolley.com

TROLLEY PUB ST. PETE: Want to make a party out of getting around? Trolley Pub St. Pete is a BYOB, pedal-powered, pub-crawling trolley for up to 15 riders. It’s not only a fun mode of transportation, but a great way to experience many of the craft beer breweries throughout downtown St. Pete. 727-322-4608 • trolleypub.com/stpetersburg

PINELLAS SUNCOAST TRANSIT AUTHORITY: PSTA is the public transit provider for the St. Pete-Clearwater area, including the beaches and the 300X Airport Express route to Tampa International Airport. psta.net

LIME’S GEN4 E-BIKES: Explore the best haunts downtown St. Pete has to offer on an eco-friendly Lime Gen4 e-bike. To access the Lime bike-share service, download the Lime app on your smartphone. You’ll be able to locate available Lime e-bikes near you and can cruise around the city to your heart’s content. stpete.org/visitors/bike_share.php

SPIN E-SCOOTERS: Scoot around St. Pete on a rented electric scooter. Visitors can download the Spin scooter share app to find nearby e-scooters using an interactive map. Riders are charged $1 to unlock the scooters, then once they’re unlocked, they’re charged by the minute. Discounted rates are available for St. Pete residents and income-eligible riders. stpete.org/visitors/scooter_safety.php

BICYCLES FOR ONE OR MORE: Bike rentals are available in Dunedin, Safety Harbor and St. Pete Beach. Visitors can rent cruiser bikes, double surreys for up to six riders plus two children, and more. The types of bikes available for rent vary by location. wheelfunrentals.com

RIDE-SHARING: Uber and Lyft are offered throughout the region. Get the apps and connect with a ride in minutes. uber.com • lyft.com

St. Pete-Clearwater's award-winning beaches, parks, museums and attractions are destinations everyone should be able to enjoy. Local resident Beth Stombaugh (below), who has been a manual wheelchair user all her life, shares firsthand insights on accessibility at some of the area’s most captivating locations. Through our partnership with Wheel the World, travelers can also explore detailed accessibility information for hotels, beaches, attractions and activities, making it easier to find accommodations and experiences that meet their individual mobility and accessibility needs. From beach wheelchairs and accessible museum access to inclusive experiences throughout our vibrant communities, we’re committed to making America’s Favorite Beaches welcoming for all. For Beth’s tips, a video and the complete accessibility guide, go to VisitSPC.com/Accessibility.

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