Head to the lively city of St. Petersburg
Take a vacation to St. Petersburg and enjoy the area's live music, theater scene and museums. Renowned for its baseball games, art and bars, this city welcomes all visitors. Port of Tampa and Tampa Bay are just a couple of the must-sees in the area. Whether you're planning a family vacation, friends trip or romantic retreat, Vrbo has a great selection of vacation homes. Many rentals come with a full kitchen and separate dining area, perfect if you need a space for entertaining.
Activities and attractions in St. Petersburg
Are you hoping to find attractions to visit while you're in town? Venture out of your cozy vacation rental and check out everything that makes St. Petersburg a fun place to get away. These are some of the most popular attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Busch Gardens Tampa Bay (22.9 mi / 36.9 km)
- St. Pete Pier (1 mi / 1.7 km)
- Splash Island Water Park (6.9 mi / 11.1 km)
- Tampa Bay Grand Prix (8.8 mi / 14.2 km)
- Splash Harbour Water Park (15 mi / 24.1 km)
- Florida Aquarium (17 mi / 27.4 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of St. Petersburg
Whether you're looking for exciting outdoor activities or just want to take in the scenery, St. Petersburg is a great place to get out in nature. Here are a few of the area's most eye-catching features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Tampa Bay (5.9 mi / 9.5 km)
- Vinoy Park (1.3 mi / 2.1 km)
- Sunken Gardens (1.6 mi / 2.5 km)
- Pass-a-Grille Beach (7 mi / 11.3 km)
- Upham Beach (7.2 mi / 11.5 km)
- Sunset Beach (7.5 mi / 12.1 km)
Transportation options to and around St. Petersburg
Fly into St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted), the closest airport, located 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that's convenient for your trip, you might consider flying into St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl. Airport (PIE), which is 10.1 mi (16.2 km) away.