Beaches VisitSPC.com/IRB Indian Rocks Beach/ Indian Shores Kick back with easygoing vibes at Indian Rocks Beach or Indian Shores. These mainstays boast small-town neighbor-hood charm and oodles of fun stuff to do, from delicious dining options to aquatic pleasures. Festivals and other special events make both communities great gathering places. RECENT BUZZ: Test your knowledge with beer and wings at Guilty Sea Sports Pub’s Wednesday trivia nights. Enjoy a healthy breakfast, lunch and espresso in stylish digs at Grove Surf Café. WHERE TO STAY: Soak in the coastal village vibes of Indian Rocks Beach by renting a pristine cottage from Gulfside Resorts . WHERE TO PLAY: Zoom down a 42-foot-high waterslide or bob along a lazy river at Splash Harbour Water Park at the Holiday Inn & Suites Harbourside . Flock to the Seaside Seabird Sanctuary to see rescued gulls, hawks and owls. Ride an e-bike from Green Iguana Rentals . WHAT LOCALS KNOW: Say “oui” to European-style pastries and espresso at Café de Paris . Down a local draft at Anecdote Brewing Co . Take in the beachside vibes with live bands every Second Saturday of the month at Crabby Bill’s Indian Rocks Beach . 30 AMERICA’S FAVORITE BEACHES