Chelsea’s guidebook
Grocery Stores / Markets
This grocery store is walking distance from the house on 39th Ave N and short 5 minute drive from the house on 38th Ave N. It is one of the best in the area, with organic options, great wine and beer selections, and excellent customer-oriented staff. Anthony, the meat guy, is one of their prime staff. Be sure to say David and Chelsea sent you.
48 locals recommend
Publix Super Market at 4th Street Station
3700 4th St NThis grocery store is walking distance from the house on 39th Ave N and short 5 minute drive from the house on 38th Ave N. It is one of the best in the area, with organic options, great wine and beer selections, and excellent customer-oriented staff. Anthony, the meat guy, is one of their prime staff. Be sure to say David and Chelsea sent you.
For those of you who are Trader Joe's fans, this store is a short 5 minute drive away. Be prepared to have to navigate the crowded parking lot.
186 locals recommend
Trader Joe's
2742 4th St NFor those of you who are Trader Joe's fans, this store is a short 5 minute drive away. Be prepared to have to navigate the crowded parking lot.
Great Italian market with sandwiches, cheeses, wine, and much more.
215 locals recommend
Mazzaro's Italian Market
2909 22nd Ave NGreat Italian market with sandwiches, cheeses, wine, and much more.
Beaches and other outdoor recommendations
Best county-run preserved beach and campground. David and I particularly appreciate the spot by the North Fishing Pier. There you will see dolphins chasing after bait, sometimes there are manatees, and is a short walk to the fort if you are a US history buff. They also have Kayak Rentals to explore the mangroves.
577 locals recommend
Fort De Soto Park
Fort De Soto ParkBest county-run preserved beach and campground. David and I particularly appreciate the spot by the North Fishing Pier. There you will see dolphins chasing after bait, sometimes there are manatees, and is a short walk to the fort if you are a US history buff. They also have Kayak Rentals to explore the mangroves.
Walking trails and kayaking trails available to traverse the interior of the mangroves. The experience will expose you to the diverse natural environment that mangroves have to offer.
21 locals recommend
Weedon Island
Walking trails and kayaking trails available to traverse the interior of the mangroves. The experience will expose you to the diverse natural environment that mangroves have to offer.
Check out the white sand beaches which Clearwater Beach is famous for.
335 locals recommend
Clearwater
Check out the white sand beaches which Clearwater Beach is famous for.
Bike/walk/run along the Pinellas Trail as it takes you St Pete to Tarpon Springs
Pinellas Trail, St. Petersburg, FL, USA
Bike/walk/run along the Pinellas Trail as it takes you St Pete to Tarpon Springs
Activities with dogs in mind
A bar for dogs with owners. Call ahead to make sure you understand the requirements.
66 locals recommend
The Dog Bar
2300 Central AveA bar for dogs with owners. Call ahead to make sure you understand the requirements.
Gennaro's St. Pete Beach
2004 Pass a Grille WayGreat beach to bring your dog
Cool Local Bars
3 Daughters Brewing
222 22nd St SGreat indoor/outdoor brewery in the arts district
Cycle Brewing
534 Central AveGreat brewery downtown
Right around the corner bar with video games and beer New name is Potion Portal
The Vortex Bar and Gameroom
2329 28th St NRight around the corner bar with video games and beer New name is Potion Portal
City advice
Getting around
Ride your bike
30th Ave has a bike lane that runs east/west across the peninsula. Ride to downtown or the beaches.
Don't miss
Saturday morning market is a must see.
If you like hot peppers, visit our friend's booth: Life Garden Farms. Tell him we sent you and he may give you a discount.
Don't miss
Look for our local rag "CL Tampa"
All the local events in one place.