Things to Do in St. Petersburg

A world-class collection in a landmark waterfront building; recognized with a three-star rating by the Michelin Guide and praised by Architectural Digest, plus immersive dome shows locals actually attend.

Five floors celebrating handcraft, founded by a local philanthropist. Condé Nast Traveler cites St. Pete’s art bona fides with this museum among the standouts, and the on-site café makes lingering easy.

See glassblowers at work, then step into Florida’s only permanent Chihuly Collection; your ticket includes a live demo, which local guides and Southern Living regularly call essential.

Guided walks from a beloved nonprofit gallery reveal the stories behind downtown’s murals. Praised by local arts writers and tied to the SHINE festival, with year-round Saturday tours led by insiders.

An immersive, artist-built funhouse of Florida lore created with dozens of local artists. Featured by the area’s tourism board as a uniquely St. Pete experience in the Warehouse Arts District.

Join Friday night St. Pete Shuffle at the century-old club the Christian Science Monitor calls the Wimbledon of shuffleboard; all ages play under the lights with music and BYO picnic rules.

One of the Southeast’s largest weekly markets, this nonprofit rotates between Al Lang in fall–spring and Williams Park in summer. Frequently covered by I Love the Burg and the official destination guide.

Community hub and beer garden with Webb’s City Cellar next door. A James Beard–recognized bar and frequent pick of beer writers, with film nights and fermentation festivals on the calendar.

A fiercely independent bookstore known for smart curation, author tours, and community programs. Covered by Creative Loafing and regularly partnering with local museums and poets.

Craft-only tap house with free courtyard concerts and bluegrass nights. A downtown staple praised by local media for live music and community spirit near the Pier.

Downtown’s indie movie house screens new art films, festivals, and cult series. Covered by the Tampa Bay Times and Creative Loafing as a vital home for non-mainstream cinema.

A sprawling family-run market where locals grab espresso, subs, handmade pasta, and cheeses. Celebrated by Tampa Bay Times and local TV as a St. Pete institution with lively tastings.