A few good places to start in St. Petersburg

Welcome edition · October 12, 2026

Waterfront walks, arts and culture, and neighborhood discoveries around St. Pete. This is our first St. Petersburg read: a handful of useful ideas and places to start, with official sources to help you plan.

Your next local outing

A flexible afternoon at the St. Pete Pier

Use the official Pier map to combine a waterfront walk with play spaces and a food stop.

Creative play and a garden visit in St. Petersburg

Choose between hands-on learning at Great Explorations and the tropical paths at Sunken Gardens.

Independent books and local food stops

Build a personal St. Petersburg outing around a bookstore, Latin street food or an Italian market.

Three local places to know

Bodega — St. Petersburg

EDGE District restaurant serving Latin street food, Cuban sandwiches and fresh juices, with vegetarian and vegan options.

The Chattaway

Neighborhood restaurant with a garden courtyard, serving burgers, po’boys and other casual dishes on 22nd Avenue South.

Mazzaro’s Italian Market

Italian food market with handmade pasta, a deli, bakery, cheese counter, coffee and wine, plus prepared sandwiches and other foods.

What’s coming up?

Open the official local event calendar for dates, organizer details, and tickets.

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