Local Attractions and Things to Do in the St. Petersburg Area
       
 

 

MUSEUMS

 
       
   

Museum of Fine Arts

225 Beach Drive, St. Petersburg
(727) 896-2667
Hours: Monday-Saturday 10am-5pm: Sunday 1pm-5pm
One of the finest museums in the South, featuring an elegant showcase of paintings, sculptures and crystal.

 

    Salvador Dali Museum
1000 3rd Street South, St. Petersburg
(727) 823-3767
Hours: Monday-Saturday 9:30am-5:30pm: Sunday 12:00pm-5:30pm
The worlds most comprehensive collection of Salvador Dali’s work. Discounted tickets available at the Concierge Desk.

 

 

         
   


Museum of History/ Flight One Museum
335 2nd Ave. N.E., St. Petersburg
(727) 894-1052
Hours: Monday-Saturday 10am-5pm: Sunday 1pm-5pm

Exhibits, artifacts of the city, and a replica of world first commercial airplane.

 
         
   

Great Explorations/ Hands on Museum
2nd Ave. N.E., in The Pier
(727) 821-8992
Hours: Monday-Saturday 10am-5pm: Sunday 12pm-5pm
A hands-on museum with exhibits and excitement for all ages.

 
         
   

Museum of Science and Industry (MOSI)
4801 E. Fowler Ave., Tampa
(813) 935-8552
Hours: Sunday-Thursday 9:00am-5:00pm: Friday-Saturday 9:00am-7:00pm
Hands on Science education and IMAX theater, great for those rainy days.

 
         
 

 

ACTIVITIES 5-25 MINUTES AWAY

 
         
   

Sunken Gardens
1825 4th Street North, St. Petersburg
(727) 531-3100
Hours: Wednesday-Sunday 10:00am-4:00pm: closed Monday-Tuesday
A one mile walk through a lush botanical garden, featuring over 5,000 types of plants, and hundreds of birds.

 
         
   

Tropicana Field

Stadium Drive, St. Petersburg
(727) 825-3334
Home of the Tampa Bay Devil Rays, along with concerts and various activities. Contact the Concierge for tickets and activities.

 
         
   

AL Lang (Florida Power Park)
180 2nd Ave. S.E., St. Petersburg
(727) 825-3250
Spring training for the Tampa Bay Devil Rays, and home of the Minor League Devil Rays.

 
         
   

Beaches
St. Pete Beach, Fort Desoto, Treasure Island, and many more, are just a short drive from the Resort. Contact the Concierge Desk, ext. 501,
 for recommendations and directions.

 
         
 

 

ACTIVITIES 30-45 MINUTES AWAY  
         
   

Florida Aquarium

33 Channelside Drive, Tampa
(813) 273-4000
Hours: Monday-Sunday 9:30am-5:00pm
Attraction focusing on Florida Marine Life and habitats. Tickets are available through the Concierge Desk.

 
         
   

Busch Gardens

3000 Busch Blvd., Tampa
(813) 987-5082
Hours: Vary through-out the year
300 acres of theme park with thrilling rides, shows and attractions: featuring animals in a safari setting.

 
         
   

Adventure Island

1001 McKinley Drive, Tampa
(813) 987-5560
Hours: Vary through-out the year
A 19 acre water theme park with lagoons, waterfalls, beaches, slides, rides and volleyball courts.

 
         
   

Lowry Park Zoo

7530 North Blvd., Tampa
(813) 935-8552
Hours: Monday-Sunday 9:30am-5:00pm
Animals in a very natural environment. Featuring Manatees, children’s center, and aquatic center.

 
         
 

 

SHOPPING

 
         
   

Baywalk Entertainment Complex
It’s Uptown, Downtown.  Muvico 20, with children’s activity room for the price of an adult admission, upscale shopping and a large
variety of delicious dining.

 
         
   

The St. Petersburg Quarter
Downtown St. Petersburg, Beach Drive, Plaza Tower, and The Pier, offer unique shops, restaurants, an aquarium, miniature golf,
jet ski rental, antiques, etc…

 
         
   

Tyrone Square Mall
66th Street and 22nd Ave. North, St. Petersburg
(727) 345-0126
Hours: Monday-Saturday 10:00am-9:00pm: Sunday 12:00pm-6:00pm
Over 170 stores, 4 major department stores, food court, and six movie theaters.

 
         
   

Prime Outlets

I-75 South, exit #43 in Ellenton
(941)723-1150
Hours: Monday-Saturday 10:00am-9:00pm: Sunday 11:00am-6:00pm

Over 200 name brand stores featuring items at factory prices

 
         
   

John’s Pass Fishing Village

Madeira Beach
(727) 397-1571
Hours: Monday-Sunday 10:00am-9:00pm
Nautical fishing village with shops, restaurants, water sports, cruises, etc…

 
         
   

Old Hyde Park
Swann and Dakota, Tampa
(813) 251-3500
Hours: Monday-Saturday 10:00am-9:00pm: Sunday 12:00pm-5:00pm
A shopping village with unique boutiques, restaurants, and movie theaters.

 
         
   

Ybor City
7th Ave., Tampa
Over 40 unique restaurants, bars, nightclubs, and shops in an authentic Cuban area of the city.

 

 
         
   

GAMBLING

 
         
   

Suncruz Casino

Kingfish Wharf, Treasure Island
(727) 895-3325
Hours vary for departures. Cruises include buffet, live entertainment and gambling. Reservations suggested.

 
         
   

Derby Lane (Greyhound Track)
10490 Gandy Blvd., St. Petersburg
(727) 855-1361
Greyhound racing and club level seating. Hours vary through-out the year.

 
         
   

Tampa Bay Downs (Horse Racing)
11225 Race Track Road, Oldsmar
(813) 855-4401
Horse racing live, from December- May. Hours vary through-out the year.

 
         
   

Seminole Bingo and Gaming Palace

Hillsborough and Orient Road, Tampa
(813) 621-1302
Hours: Open 24 hours
Located on the Seminole Indian Reservation, featuring Bingo, Poker and video gaming machines.

 
         
   

THEATERS

 
         
   

Mahaffey/ Bayfront Arena
401 1st Street South, St. Petersburg
(727) 892-5767

 
         
   

American Stage
211 3rd Street South, St. Petersburg, St. Petersburg
(727) 822-8814

 
         
   

Ruth Eckerd Hall
1111 McMullen Booth Road, Clearwater
(727) 791-7400

 
         
   

Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center
1010 North MacInnes Place, Tampa
(813) 229-7827

 
         
   

Asolo Theater
5555 North Tamiami Trail, Sarasota
(941) 351-8000

 
         
   

WATERSPORTS

 
   

Please contact the Concierge Desk of the Renaissance Vinoy, ext. 501, for local information on various activities.

 
         
   

Fishing- deep sea, inland, sport

 
         
   

Sailing- full day, half day, sunset

 
         
   

Boating- powerboats, waverunners, yacht charters, parasailing, and more…

 
         
 

The Renaissance Vinoy Resort provides complimentary transportation for guests within a five mile radius. Please contact the Concierge Desk , ext. 501,
for further information or to make a reservation.

ENJOY YOUR STAY!