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Check out these attractions that offer a great time for the whole family.
See ideas for Nighttime fun here!
Captain Memo's Original Pirate Cruise
25 Causeway Blvd. Dock 3, Clearwater Beach, FL 34630
Two-Hour Cruise At 10 A.M. And 2 P.M. Champagne Evening Cruise At 4:30 And 7 P.M. Free Beverages Served On All Cruises. Day Cruises - Adults $30, Junior/Seniors $25, Children $20. Evening Cruises - Adults $33, Junior/Seniors $25, Children $20. Open 7 Days A Week. Group Rates And Private Charters Available. Ph: 727-446-2587
Ghost Tour of St. Petersburg
24546 US 19 North, Clearwater, FL 34623
Join us on an entertaining candlelight walking tour through the historic streets of downtown St. Petersburg and hear the seldom-told tales of mystery and intrigue that lurk in the shadows of Florida's "Sunshine City." Costumed tour guides lead a leisurely journey to push aside the cobwebs of history with fascinating tales of ghosts and hauntings. Appropriate for all ages. Tours are scheduled for 8:00 pm year round and depart from the corner of 1st St and 2nd Ave NE across from Baywalk. Reservations required, call 727-894-4678 or visit www.ghosttour.net to purchase tickets online. Group tours and private outings available anytime. 727-894-4678
Celebration Station
24546 US 19 North, Clearwater, FL 34623
Family oriented mini-theme park with go-karts, bumper boats, games, miniature golf, batting cages, shows and dining. Open Sunday - Thursday 12 p.m. to 9 p.m.; Friday 12 p.m. to midnight; Saturday 10 a.m. to midnight. Pricing options and group rates are available. 727-791-1799
Dunedin Fine Art Center & David L. Mason
Children's Art Museum
1143 Michigan Blvd., Dunedin, FL 34698
The Center features a variety of exhibitions, workshops and demonstrations to foster the growth and development of visual arts. It is also home to the David L. Mason Children's Art Museum. This museum presents interactive exhibits that help children, in partnership with adults, to be creative and get a new understanding of the arts. Call for the latest exhibition information. Open Monday - Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Closed Saturday. 727-298-3322
The Crafty Frog, Inc.
1969 Sunset Point Rd #16 Time Plaza, Clearwater, FL 33765
The Crafty Frog is a walk in art studio for children of all ages. Simply come in and choose an item from a large selection of crafts. We'll set you up with all the items you need to paint & decorate! We carry items such as, wood, glass, paper mache and fabric items to paint, we also carry sand art, scratch art, decoupaging materials and a lot more! Parents are welcome to join in the fun! Crafts start as low as $5! And new items are always being added! Call for more information! 727-441-1001
Pinellas Trail
Located throughout the St. Petersburg/Clearwater area. This 37-mile long, 15-foot wide trail is part of the county park system and is one of the longest linear parks in the southeastern United States. It enables visitors and residents alike to bike, in-line skate, jog or walk -- all without the hassle and safety concern of being in automobile traffic. There are rental shops for bikes and skates at numerous points along the trail. The trail runs from the sponge docks at the north end of Tarpon Springs to St. Petersburg in the south end of the county. The original rail track saw the first Orange Belt Railroad train in 1888. The first stretch of rail line opened for recreation in 1990. 727-462-4751
Heritage Village
11909-125th Street North, Largo, FL 34644
This living museum features a fascinating collection of restored homes and buildings on 21 wooded acres. The historical museum is the centerpiece of this park and depicts the county's pioneer lifestyle. Spinning, weaving and other exhibitions are regularly held. On the fourth Saturday in October, the Country Jubilee is held at the park. Open Tuesday - Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and on Sunday 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. No admission fee. 727-582-2123
Pinewood Cultural Park and the Florida Botanical Gardens
12175 125th St. North Largo, FL 33774
Pinewood Cultural Park combines a cultural, historic and botanical experience at a single destination. The 190-acre park is open seven days a week from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. The Florida Botanical Gardens features walking tours and workshops allowing visitors to learn about the environment as they experience it. When complete in 2002, the $16 million project will be Florida's largest gardens and the centerpiece of the Pinewood Cultural Park. 727-582-2200
John's Pass Village & Boardwalk
12901 Gulf Blvd. East, Madeira Beach, FL 33708 (Located on Gulf Blvd. just north of Treasure Island at John's Pass).
A quaint shopping district which overlooks "fish famous" John's Pass, the Village is home to a large commercial and charter fishing fleet. Art galleries, restaurants, boutiques are located in the area and the boardwalk provides a scenic view of the waterfront. It is the site of several festivals and special events. Open daily. No admission fee. 727-391-7373
Dolphin Landings
4737 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach, FL (Behind the Dolphin Village Shopping Center). This charter boat center offers dolphin watch sailing cruises, Shell Key Adventure trips and Sunset Sails. Dolphin watch cruises are two hours. The Shell Key Adventure takes visitors on a 3-4 hour trip to an undeveloped barrier island for beach relaxation. Two-hour sunset sails take visitors into the Gulf of Mexico for an unobstructed view of the sunset. Cruises are $25-35 and sailing times vary. Reservations are recommended and private charters are available. 727-367-4488
Great Explorations, The Children's Museum
1925 Fourth Street N., St. Petersburg, FL 33704 (adjacent to Sunken Gardens).
Great Explorations, the childrens' museum, is a place where you can be creative, make discoveries and have FUN! Launch a tennis ball to the top of the museum, race a car, become a computer animator, have a party, join a workshop, or just hang out in the coolest place in St. Pete! Something for everyone in a safe place whre kids (and adults) can be kids. Located next to Sunken Gardens, you can relax, learn and have a great time doing things you can't do anyplace else. Call for more information.727-821-8992 www.greatexplorations.org
Planetarium
St. Petersburg College, Science Building, 6605 Fifth Ave. North, St. Petersburg, FL 33703.
Showings are held September through May and special presentations are regularly scheduled. The planetarium is a sky theater under a 7.3 meter domed ceiling projection screen. 727-341-4320
Sunken Gardens
1825 4th Street North, St. Petersburg, FL 33704
Discover St. Petersburg's 100 year old botanical garden. Come see more than 50,000 tropical plants and flowers, various demonstration gardens, a 200 year old oak tree, cascading waterfalls, a walk through butterfly enclosure, flamingos and more. Garden tours, workshops, and special events are also offered. Call for date and times. Annual Memberships available. Open Monday through Saturday 10 a.m to 4:30 p.m. and Sunday noon to 4:30 p.m. Adults $7, Seniors (55+) $5, Children (3-16) $3. 727-551-3100
St. Nicholas Boat Line
693 Dodecanese Blvd., Tarpon Springs, Fl 34689
This 30-minute boat cruise passes through the historic sponge docks and includes a narration on the history of sponge diving, the different types of sponges and a sponge-diving demonstration. Rates are $5 for adults, $2 for children 6-12 and free for kids under six. Specialty cruises are also offered. 727-942-6425
Nightlife
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SUNSET CRUISE WHERE THE KIDS GET TO BE PIRATES
(good for younger kids)
Captain Memo's Original Pirate Cruise 25 Causeway Blvd. Dock 3, Clearwater Beach, FL 34630. Two hour day cruises at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Champagne evening cruise at 4:30 and 7 p.m. Free beverages served on all cruises. Evening cruises are $33 for adults, $25 for seniors and $20 for children. 727-446-2587
NIGHT HIKES THROUGH A NATURE PARK (also cookouts and sleepovers)
Moccasin Lake Nature Park 2750 Park Trail Lane, Clearwater, FL 34619. (East of US 19, North of Gulf to Bay Blvd.) This 50-acre park features an environmental and energy education center with a lake, upland forest, wetlands and lots of native plant and animal species. A one mile nature trail winds through the park and the Interpretive Center features wildlife exhibits, displays and information. The sun and wind provide the park's power and water supply. Night hikes second W of every month Fam ex nat 2 $ 4 WAdults $2, Children (3-11) $1. 727-462-6024
MOVIES, CHILD CARE AND BARS/RESTAURANTS ALL IN ONE PLACE
BayWalk Entertainment Center 153 2nd Ave. North, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
The $40-million "BayWalk" entertainment complex has become a hot spot for shopping and nightlife. Adding momentum to a revitalization of downtown St. Petersburg, "BayWalk" opened in the fall of 2000. The 150,000 sq. ft. open-air themed plaza is anchored by a 4,200 seat, 20-screen Muvico Theater complex featuring stadium seating theaters, child care service and fresh cuisine. The Mediterranean Revival-themed complex known as the "Soul of St. Petersburg" includes bars and restaurants such as Wet Willy's, dish and Dan Marino's Town Tavern as well as a full-line Ann Taylor shop and other retail outlets. 727-895-9277
A CLASSIC FAVORITE AND SCENIC SPOT
The Pier - 800 Second Ave. NE, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
The landmark Pier in the heart of St. Petersburg is a unique piece of Florida architecture that offers visitors a chance to experience the waterfront along Tampa Bay. Located at the end of a mile-long approach, this five story inverted pyramid features shops, restaurants, its own aquarium, live music and even boat docks. The top floor of The Pier combines both the tropical dining of Cha Cha Coconuts with a huge observation deck, giving the visitor a truly unique observation point on Tampa Bay. No admission fee charged. Open daily, most shops open 10 a.m. until 9 p.m. 727-821-6164
CATCH SOME RAYS - AT NIGHT
Tropicana Field - One Tropicana Drive, St. Petersburg, Fl 33705
St. Petersburg's Tropicana Field, home to the Tampa Bay Devil Rays baseball team, was named the second most fan friendly stadium in the major leagues, according to a fan survey by Sports Travel Inc. The Trop rated high on access to the ballpark, comfortable seats, high-quality food and other amenities. The Devil Rays contend against teams like the New York Yankees and Cleveland Indians from March to October. The Trop is first domed stadium and only the seventh in the United States is home to Major League Baseball's Tampa Bay Devil Rays, other athletic events, conventions, trade shows, concerts and other entertainment. Seating configurations range from 12,000 to 60,000. Information Line: 727-825-3120; Ticket Line: 727-898-2100
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