COMMUNITIES VisitSPC.com/Communities Waterfront Museum Di Anchored by the Dalí Museum and the Mahaffey Theater , this dazzling district is bordered by the city’s beautiful waterfront park system. Though there are plenty of amazing restaurants and boutiques along the bustling sidewalks of Beach Drive (the Eurocentric Cassis, The Birchwood and its Canopy rooftop lounge), as well as posh lodgings at the Vinoy Renaissance Resort , the district is true to its name with an impeccable roster of museums, including the Museum of Fine Arts, The James Museum and several others. Central Arts Di Comprising the 300-700 blocks of Central Avenue, this district’s unique mix of historic buildings and urban construction is home to a number of independent artists, galleries and studios ( Chihuly Collection, Morean Arts Center, Studio@620, Art Lofts and many more). The 600 block alone, which is arguably one of the coolest blocks in St. Pete, has some of the highest concentration of murals in the city (be sure to take Florida CraftArt ’s mural tour during your visit). Aside from the thriving art scene, this is also an ideal area to catch some live music and dine on some savory local cuisine ( Mortar ). The Edge Di BEACH DRIVE Vibrant, artsy, eclectic and rapidly growing, this historic, award-winning and highly walkable district (located between Dr. M.L. King Jr. and 16th Streets, and First Avenues North and South) features a wide variety of locally owned, independent businesses situated among gorgeous palms, numerous murals and classic architec-ture. Catch a Tampa Bay Rays baseball game at The Trop and enjoy some wings at Ferg’s Sports Bar afterward. Speaking of food, the Edge includes well over a dozen restaurants (including Dr. BBQ and Bodega ), a microbrewery ( Green Bench Brewing Co. ), myriad bars and pubs ( No Vacancy, ), and an abundance of shopping options ( Ashe Couture Boutique ). Grand Central Di The Grand Central District is surrounded by historic neighborhoods for people who live, work and play in St. Pete. It’s also home to Metro’s LGBTQ+ Welcome Center and the new Tru By Hilton hotel, as well as numerous antique and specialty shops, including the Imagine Museum, Haslam’s (Florida’s largest new and used bookstore) and more. Like most of St. Pete’s charming districts, there are plenty of great eateries and bars, too: Bar , Hawthorne Bottle Shoppe , Casita Taqueria and more. Beer lovers won’t want to miss the Grand Central Brewhouse , which is located next to the dog-friendly DogBar . CENTRAL AVENUE 36 AMERICA’S BEST BEACHES
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