Plan Your Visit VisitSPC.com For your vacation planning, all the information you need is just a few clicks away. Check out our website for hotel recommendations and to book your stay, maps, events, videos, listings for restaurants and tons of ideas for things to do on your next trip to the St. Pete-Clearwater area. AV�RAG� AIR & WAT�R T�MPS St. Pete-Clearwater temperatures are moderated by the surrounding waters, keeping summer averages in the high 80s and winters rarely below 60 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). Cross Bay Ferry: This ferry connects downtown St. Pete to downtown Tampa by way of an approximately 50-minute scenic cruise across the calm waters of Tampa Bay. The ferry operates Wednesdays through Sundays (plus during NHL Tampa Bay Lightning home games). 727-273-6877. thecrossbayferry.com. G�TTING AROUND ON LAND SunRunner: The SunRunner bus is the first of its kind in Tampa Bay – it even has its own traffic lane. The 10.3-mile, 30-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 recently added 15-minute ride frequency to Fridays and Saturdays. Download PSTA’s transit app to get started. psta.net. Downtown Looper: The Downtown Looper bus connects major attractions within downtown St. Pete, including USF St. Petersburg, the Dalí Museum, the Museum of Fine Arts, 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. Jolley Trolley: The vintage-style Clearwater Jolley Trolley’s beach and coastal routes operate daily WINTER (DEC-FEB) SPRING (MAR-MAY) SUMMER (JUN-AUG) FALL (SEP-NOV) 69°F / 20°C 77°F / 25°C 87°F / 31°C 83°F / 28°C 59°F / 15°C 65°F / 21°C 80°F / 26°C 75°F / 24°C 66°F (19°C) 73°F (23°C) 85°F (29°C) 80°F (27°C) G�TTING AROUND ON WAT�R 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: 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 and the Clearwater Beach Marina. Reservations are recommended. 42 Drew St., Clearwater. 727-755-0297. clearwaterferry.com. BEST WAY TO GET AROUND JOLLEY TROLLEY, CLEARWATER SunRunner, St . Pete Cross Bay Ferry, St . Pete/Tampa Way2Go Rides, Clearwater Clearwater Ferry 12 AMERICA’S FAVORITE BEACHES