St. Petersburg and Clearwater Fun Activities for Toddlers
Facing the calm, clear waters of the Gulf of Mexico, your little ones will delight at the beaches of St. Petersburg/Clearwater, and enjoy some wonderful baby and toddler-friendly attractions.
"Florida's Beach," the St. Petersburg/Clearwater Area of Florida, is a super place for a family vacation. This sunny destination provides so much of what a vacation in Florida should have, with some of the nation's finest beaches and many family-friendly resorts. And, it's located just a 90-minute drive from Orlando's Walt Disney World, SeaWorld, and Universal Studios, and just 30 minutes from Tampa's Busch Gardens. For general information, visit the St. Petersburg/Clearwater Area Convention & Visitors Bureau (877/352-3234).
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Clearwater Marine Aquarium
249 Windward Passage
Clearwater, FL 33767
727/441-1790
This small aquarium is dedicated to public education, marine research and the rescue and rehabilitation of injured and sick sea creatures. Kids will love the live displays of local Gulf marine life, including dolphins, sea turtles and much more. During a visit here you can meet Winter, the dolphin who had her tail amputated and is now adapting to a new way of life. Ask about their programs designed for young visitors.
Great Explorations- The Children's Museum
1925 Fourth St. N
St. Petersburg, FL 33704
727/821-8992
This museum does not support the "hands off" policy. Children are encouraged to touch exhibitions and partake in programs that provide opportunities to arouse their curiosity.
Science Center of Pinellas County
7701 22nd Ave N
St. Petersburg, FL 33710
727/384-0027
This center motivates students of all ages by offering a unique approach to learning about science. Included are science laboratories, workshops, field studies, and exhibits. Kids might enjoy the planetarium or observatory, or maybe they'd be more into the marine touch tank or the animal room. Either way, this attraction has a lot to offer.
L. Mason Children's Museum
1143 Michigan Blvd
Dunedin, FL 34698
727/298-3322
Located in the Dunedin Fine Arts Center, this museum presents interactive exhibits that help children, in partnership with adults, to be creative and develop a new understanding of the arts.
Captain Memos Pirate Cruise
Clearwater Marina
Clearwater, FL 33767
727/446-2587
Sightseeing and sunset cruises along the Gulf's white sand coastline, with a pirate theme. Soft drinks, beer, wine and champagne are also provided while you search the seas for dolphins.
Dolphin Encounter Cruise
Clearwater Marina/Dunedin Causeway
Clearwater, FL 33767
727/442-7433
These cruises allow kids to see beautiful marine animals in their natural surroundings. Ships cruise out into the Gulf of Mexico to get a first hand view of the shoreline along Clearwater and Caladesi Island. Trips available to Caladesi Island State Park daily. Food is also provided for any bird feeding that your kids want to do.
The Pier
800 2nd Avenue N.E.
St. Petersburg, FL 33701
727/821-6443
The Pier is a five-story festival market. This is the place to experience the Tampa Bay waterfront as well as the spot to shop, eat, fish, bike, listen to live music, and just have fun. The Pier hosts a number of free entertainment events each year.
Clearwater Beach Pier 60 Park
Clearwater Beach, FL 33767
727/434-6060
Clearwater offers an endless number of beach activities. Pier 60 Park, located on the beach, features a family recreation complex with covered playgrounds, fishing and concessions. The Sunsets at Pier 60 Festival features music and other types of entertainment at dusk throughout the summer.
