Top Things to Include in Your Itinerary on Your Next Vacation to St. Petersburg

If you’re searching for things to do in St. Petersburg, you’ve come to the right place! Whether you’re traveling solo or with the entire family, St. Petersburg has a little something for everyone. Here are a few of our favorite things to do near our St. Petersburg vacation rentals!

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Things to Do 

When you’re considering traveling to St. Petersburg, you’re probably expecting to spend plenty of time on the beach. You can definitely spend as much time outside as you please, but the beach isn’t your only option! There are tons of other St. Petersburg kid-friendly activities, including amusement parks, museums, and more. Which means, you will need the perfect St. Petersburg vacation rental!

Busch Gardens

An exciting roller coaster at Busch Gardens near st petersburg

Located in Tampa, Busch Gardens is a thrilling amusement park that guests of all ages are sure to enjoy. The park offers a unique African atmosphere full of exciting rides, beautiful animals, delicious food, and more. In addition to simply riding the rides and walking around the park, enhanced your trip with a Serengeti safari tour or a sloth encounter! When you’re ready to take a break, sit down for a delicious meal or enjoy a breathtaking show. A trip to Busch Gardens guarantees entertainment for everyone!

Adventure Island

Want to cool off on a hot summer day without worrying about the messy sand of the beach? One of the best things to do near St. Petersburg is taking a trip to Adventure Island. This awesome amusement park is popular with locals and visitors alike. Whether you want to get your thrills with an exciting water slide or bring your kids to a calmer part of the park where they can splash around, Adventure Island has a little something for everyone. Best of all, you can get major discounts if you purchase tickets to both Busch Gardens and Adventure Island!

Clearwater Marine Aquarium

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You can see plenty of marine life while you’re exploring St. Petersburg, but if you really want to get up close and personal with these majestic creatures, make your way to the Clearwater Marine Aquarium. You and your family can get face to face with dolphins, sharks, turtles, stingrays, and more. Along the way, the aquarium staff is more than happy to teach you all about the animals and show you which ones are being rehabilitated. The aquarium often holds fun events throughout the year, so there’s something new to explore every time you visit! If you still need more action, try visiting John’s Pass Village and Boardwalk.

Tampa Marine Aquarium

Speaking of aquariums, head over to Tampa to experience the Tampa Marine Aquarium, also known as the Florida Aquarium. Here, they put an emphasis on fun and education, so you can feel good about bringing your kids here for a day of excitement. Learn about native Florida animals as well as creatures from around the world, and as you walk through the exhibits, you’ll have the chance to see more than 9,000 animals! You’ll also get to learn how the aquarium is working to save our planet and how you can, too.

Chihuly Collection

Finally, there are plenty of St. Petersburg art museums for you to choose from during your stay, but be sure to take a visit to the Chihuly Collection. This collection, presented by the Morean Arts Center, shows off some of the most beautiful pieces by world renowned artist Dale Chihuly. You’ll get to see beautiful pieces inspired by nature and landmarks from across the globe. Be sure to check out the rest of the Morean Arts Center while you’re at it!

Plan Your Vacation

There are so many things to do, you will need a relaxing place to stay, and we can help! Check out our offerings, and book your vacation today.

Where to Stay

After exploring all these fun St. Petersburg things to do, return to your vacation rental for a relaxing night with your family. Ready to plan your trip? Whether its a St. Pete Beach rental, or right in St. Petersburg contact us today to learn more about our luxurious vacation rentals!