Gay St. Petersburg
St. Petersburg is a city in Pinellas county, Florida. It is located between Tampa Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. Often called by the locals as St. Pete, it is also referred to as “The Sunshine City” because of its warm weather and world record for the most consecutive days of sunshine at 768 days. A gem on Florida's Gulf coast, St. Pete is home to the Dali Museum, beautiful beaches, cultural attractions, and vibrant arts scene.
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Best time to visit St. Petersburg
Top things to see and do in St. Petersburg
MUST DO: Attractions & activities
Local Expert: Gay Scene in St. Petersburg
St. Petersburg, Florida is one of the most gay-friendly cities in the country. Thousands of visitors attend the largest LGBTQ+ Pride celebration every year. For 20 years, St. Pete Pride has expanded into a parade and a month-long festival from what started as a simple promenade. Some of the activities include concerts, parties, art exhibits, and carnivals.
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Best Time to Visit St. Petersburg
The best time to visit St. Petersburg is from March to May when the weather is great and rates are lower. The average temperature during the summer is 32℃ (89℉) while in the colder months, the average temperature is 14℃ (56℉).
Top Things to See and Do in St. Petersburg
1) The Dali Museum
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2) Clearwater Marine Aquarium
3) Great Explorations Children's Museum
4) Fort De Soto Park
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5) Imagine Museum
6) Museum of Fine Arts
7) St. Pete Pier
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8) Sunshine Skyway Bridge
9) Boyd Hill Nature Preserve
10) Sunken Gardens
MUST DO St. Petersburg Attractions & Activities
If you’re in St Petersburg, a visit to Dali Museum is a must. It is packed with a collection of over 2,400 famous works of Salvador Dali. Wander through the exhibits and learn about his surreal paintings.
Check out the Morean Arts Center where works of national and local artists are displayed. You can also swing by the Chihuly Collection to see stunning glass installations of Dale Chihuly’s mind-blowing artwork.
Experience nature and wildlife at Boyd Hill Nature Reserve. If you love nature photography, this is a perfect place for you to explore. You can also enjoy bird watching, camping, kayaking, biking, and more.
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