BEACHES VisitSPC.com/Beaches INDIAN SHORES & INDIAN ROCKS BEACH Sweet tranquility: Indian Shores glimmers and charms; a less boisterous family favorite. If you enjoy the homey charm and the easygoing bohemian vibe of locales like Key West, opt for Indian Rocks Beach, a thriving, tight-knit, festive town that’s beloved by visitors and locals alike. Local faves: For a date night, head to Salt Rock Grill. If you brought the pup, head to the scenic, dog-friendly waterfront eatery Caddy’s Indian Shores. For liquid refreshment, try the top-notch java of Indian Shores Coffee Co. Distinctive, critically raved-about eateries attract diners from through-out Central Florida to IRB such as Guppy’s on the Beach and the Original Crabby Bill’s. Enjoy a heavenly Euro-style pastry and espresso at Café de Paris. Walk it off: Indian Shores’ long stretch of shore is contiguous with the shores of other beach towns, so you can stroll for miles, hunting for shells, exploring offshore establishments and spotting dolphins bobbing from the surf. Known for the quick dip: With a 3-mile stretch of beach access points and a narrower shore than other Gulf beaches, IRB is a favorite for locals seeking a quick and no-hassle escapade, and mobility-challenged beachgoers who need to avoid a sandy slog. Stay and Play: The Holiday Inn & Suites Harbourside lures fun lovers of all ages to its Splash Harbour Water Park. Whoosh down a 42-foot-high waterslide or float on the lazy river. Little ones can scamper safely in their own splash zone. Hungry? Jimmy Guana’s offers a variety of eats right by the Cruzan Rum Shack for adult bevvies. On rainy days, opt for mini golf and an indoor game room. 30 AMERICA’S BEST BEACHES
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