subject: Family Fun Ideas For A St. Pete Beach Vacation [print this page] St. Pete Beach and the surrounding Tampa Bay Beaches provide the perfect setting for your familys next vacation. Whether you want to visit in the hot summer and spring months, or catch some deals by visiting during the cooler fall and winter months, these must-see attractions offer you the very best of Pinellas Gulf Beaches, all within a 10 mile radius.
Woodys Watersports of Johns Pass Explore the open waters of St. Petes Beaches with Woodys Watersports Jetski rentals. Jetskis must be operated by an adult, but with a family of four, youll only pay the price of two rentals. It can get pricey during peak hours, so call in advance to get the twilight specials. Open seven days a week, even on holidays.
Miniature Golf on Madeira Beach Smugglers Cove is a cheap way for the whole family to hang out and enjoy Floridas year round gorgeous weather. Plus you can feed live alligators there! Open 9 am to 11 pm, the staff is always warm and friendly, and because of the courses elevation, you can see the sunset from above. Or afterwards you can walk across the street, and watch. You and the kids will be amazed at all the dolphins youll see!
Tampa Bay Rays The 2008 American League Champions, the Tampa Bay Rays, play all their home games at Tropicana Field, about 8 miles from the beach. Every Sunday the Rays host Family Fun Days, where each ticket provides a voucher for a hot dog, snack and Pepsi product. Tickets range from $20-$30. The best part is, after the games, kids can actually come onto the field and run the bases, or participate in a wiffle ball home run derby!
St. Pete Ghost Tours Tour historic St. Petersburg with one of these 90-minute candle-lit walking tours and learn about some of the haunted hot-spots said to be frequented by Al Capone and Babe Ruth. Led by costumed storytellers, these tall-tales of the area are offered year round from three different sites St. Petersburg, St. Pete Beach, and Madeira Beach. May not be suitable for younger children.
Great Explorations Childrens Museum The Great Explorations Childrens Museum offers an interactive playground for kids to learn about, and explore the world around them. Popular attractions include Fit4AllKidsVille, My First Market, The Veterinary Office, St. Pizza, and Animation Station. And rumor has it, theyre bringing back the ever-famous Touch Tunnel!
Sunken Gardens After exploring the museum, head over next door to Sunken Gardens, a 100-year old garden, and home to some of the regions oldest plants. Practice yoga to the sound of cascading waterfalls, or you can try hoop dancing!
No matter what you and your family decide to do on your Tampa Bay vacation, youll be sure to make a lifetime of memories. Nowhere else is the weather as warm or the people as friendly. Nowhere else does the sun shine brighter than St. Petersburg!
