Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Saint Pete Beach travel guide

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You're Going to Love Saint Pete Beach

With a population of 9.346, Saint Pete Beach is a must-see destination in Florida, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 7 days in order to fully appreciate everything Saint Pete Beach has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Saint Pete Beach

If you’re looking for affordable options, Buoy's Waterfront Bar and Grill (677 75th Ave) and RumFish Grill (6000 Gulf Blvd) are great picks.

When to visit Saint Pete Beach

Saint Pete Beach in September
Estimated hotel price
$432
1 night at 3-star hotel
Saint Pete Beach in September
Estimated hotel price
$432
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Saint Pete Beach

Plane

When flying to Saint Pete Beach, you’ll arrive at Tampa St. Petersburg (PIE), which is located 20 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Saint Pete Beach from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 31h 54m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Saint Pete Beach. The train journey from Saint Pete Beach to Orlando takes 2h 08m and costs around $30 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Winter Park, expect to pay about $22 for a 2h 45m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Saint Pete Beach is to pick up a car hire from Orlando, which is about 161 km from Saint Pete Beach. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Miami Life Cars, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Saint Pete Beach, including FlixBus, Bus and Greyhound. From Fort Lauderdale, the bus ride to Saint Pete Beach takes 418 km and will cost you around $94. From Tallahassee, the ticket costs about $204 for a journey of 483 km.

Plane

When flying to Saint Pete Beach, you’ll arrive at Tampa St. Petersburg (PIE), which is located 20 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Saint Pete Beach from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 31h 54m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Saint Pete Beach. The train journey from Saint Pete Beach to Orlando takes 2h 08m and costs around $30 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Winter Park, expect to pay about $22 for a 2h 45m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Saint Pete Beach is to pick up a car hire from Orlando, which is about 161 km from Saint Pete Beach. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Miami Life Cars, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Saint Pete Beach, including FlixBus, Bus and Greyhound. From Fort Lauderdale, the bus ride to Saint Pete Beach takes 418 km and will cost you around $94. From Tallahassee, the ticket costs about $204 for a journey of 483 km.

Airports near Saint Pete Beach

SRQSarasota Bradenton Intl
TPATampa
PIETampa St. Petersburg

Airlines serving Saint Pete Beach

Lufthansa
Good (7,045 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,844 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,933 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,791 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,701 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (781 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,216 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,252 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,972 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,852 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
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Where to stay in Saint Pete Beach

Average rates range from around $573 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $750 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include The Beachcomber and Inn on the Beach.

Where to stay in popular areas of Saint Pete Beach

Most booked hotels in Saint Pete Beach

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Treasure Island Beach Resort
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
$699+
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The Don Cesar
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$765+
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Bilmar Beach Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$427+
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Tahitian Beach Resort
2 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$457+
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RumFish Beach Resort by TradeWinds
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$448+
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Thunderbird Beach Resort
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
$760+
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Hiring a car in Saint Pete Beach

Expect to pay $1.52 per litre in Saint Pete Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.21 and $24.28. Compact (Class Compact Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Saint Pete Beach, while also 62% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $1.52 per litre in Saint Pete Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.21 and $24.28. Compact (Class Compact Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Saint Pete Beach, while also 62% cheaper than other types, on average.

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