St. Pete-Clearwater Holidays

Clearwater Beach Is known for its stunning white sand and crystal-clear waters. Ideal for sunbathing and swimming, as well as water sports like parasailing and jet skiing. The beachfront promenade is perfect for leisurely strolls, featuring shops, restaurants, and the famous Pier 60, where nightly sunset celebrations occur. Families enjoy the nearby Clearwater Marine Aquarium, a world-renowned animal rehabilitation centre. Clearwater Beach was ranked amongst the top 20 for Tripadvisor’s Best of the Best Beaches in the world for 2026!

An award-winning beach, recently taking the no.1 spot in the U.S., St. Pete Beach is a beach lovers paradise. Situated in the south of St. Pete-Clearwater, this beach provides a serene environment with a laid-back atmosphere at its core. Home to the famed Don CeSar hotel, affectionately known as the Pink Palace, St. Pete Beach is a picturesque white sand paradise. Evenings can be spent soaking up the sunset or enjoying live music at one of the many beach bars.

Florida’s arts and culture hub lies in the city of St. Pete. Only a 10-minute drive from the beach, this Tampa Bay city boasts a collection of famous museums, a 30-block walkable row of independent bars and restaurants, over 600 commissioned street murals, and the St. Pete Pier, a 26-acre entertainment hub with numerous restaurants, an art installation, beach, park and a rooftop tiki bar. No evening in downtown St. Pete looks or feels the same.

Central Avenue, a 30-block long walkable independent restaurant, bar, cafe, and arts scene is a must-do on any visit to downtown St. Pete. Having been included as a destination partner of the 2025 Floridian Michelin Guide, the culinary scene in St. Pete-Clearwater is booming. With three Michelin recommendations, and two on Central Avenue, budding foodies will feel at home trying international cuisine alongside locally loved fresh Florida seafood.

For 2025, St. Pete-Clearwater has been included as a destination partner of the Floridian Michelin Guide. Whether it be grabbing a fresh grouper sandwich from one of the local beach bars or enjoying a farm to table dining experience, the area is well known for its elevated culinary options. Along the craft beer trail, known as the ‘gulp coast,’ you’ll stumble upon an array of small independent breweries crafting fresh artisanal beers - you'll have the choice of over 40!

With a yearly average 361 days of sun, natural beauty and wildlife continues to blossom, allowing you to get out and about to experience it all year-round. Whether it’s adrenaline seekers looking for kitesurfing, or those wanting to take it slow with paddleboard yoga, there is something to suit. We recommend trying clear-bottomed kayaking around untouched islands in the north, or getting on the water to meet our playful dolphins - craft it any way you see fit.

Throughout the entirety of the destination, families will find activities to enjoy together. Whether it’s a sunset cruise aboard Captain Memo’s Pirate Ship from Clearwater Marina, trip over to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay for the day, spotting dolphins aboard the Little Toot, ziplining in Weedon Island Preserve, or quality time on the beach, there is something for all ages.

Year-round sun comes with a year-round festivals calendar. Every April, beachgoers flock to Clearwater Beach to experience the Pier 60 Sugar Sand Festival, where world-renowned sculptors create towering artistic masterpieces from powerdery sand. June sees the kick-off of Pride in St. Pete, with the biggest pride festival in Florida and the Southeast US being held in downtown. Beyond this, travellers love music festivals spanning many genres, arts festivals, food celebrations and more.