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Inside Background
Architecture 
From the distinctive tower of the Renaissance Vinoy to the modernistic inverted...
Last edited: April 29, 2006
Culture 
St. Petersburg could best be described as an emerging city. Locals tell stories...
Last edited: January 15, 2006
Health & Safety 
Lightning is a big concern in Florida.  In the period between 1959 and 1993...
Last edited: April 29, 2006
History 
In 1885 at the thirty-sixth annual meeting of the American Medical Society in...
Last edited: March 27, 2006
Neighborhoods 
You can find a list of St. Petersburg Neighborhoorhoods on Wikipedia.
Last edited: October 10, 2012
Recommended Reading 
Authors Associated with St. Petersburg  Elie Wiesel emigrated to St...
Last edited: April 19, 2013
Tourist Board Info 
The St. Petersburg/Clearw... Area Convention & Visitor's Bureau provides an...
Last edited: October 12, 2010
Weather & When to Go 
Anytime is a good time to visit. Yes, they get some "cold" days in December and...
Last edited: October 10, 2012
Al Capone in Saint Petersburg 
Local rumors report that in 1926, St.Petersburg became a hide-out for Al...
Last edited: March 27, 2006
Introduction 
Nestled on the end of the Pinellas peninsula, St. Petersburg is almost entirely...
Last edited: January 16, 2006
museums 
St. Petersburg has a number of popular museums. The Salvador Dali Museum is a...
Last edited: April 29, 2006
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
By far, the best way to get to and from the airport is the Super Shuttle. It...
Last edited: March 27, 2006
Getting Around 
Your transportation needs will really be dictated by what you want to do and...
Last edited: November 27, 2012
Public Transportation 
Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority has an excellent public transportation...
Last edited: May 05, 2013
Taxis & Rental Cars 
Taxis, while seen occasionally, are not seen in abundance. Do not count on...
Last edited: December 17, 2011
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Inside Things to Do
Day Trips 
Osgood Point/Clam Bayou Nature Park in Gulfport Osgood Point is in Gulfport...
Last edited: December 17, 2007
Events & Festivals 
32nd Annual  Mainsail Arts Festival April 21 & 22, 2007 Vinoy Park...
Last edited: February 24, 2007
Family Travel 
Hands down, the most popular destination for kids (as well as adults) is Fort...
Last edited: August 16, 2006
Nightlife 
St. Petersburg is unique in that the city actively fosters a thriving night...
Last edited: May 25, 2011
Off the Beaten Path 
The "Spice Routes Cafe" at the First Unity Church is an interesting alternative...
Last edited: March 08, 2013
The Performing Arts 
The Florida Orchestra offers performances in Tampa, Clearwater and Saint...
Last edited: March 27, 2006
Shopping 
Downtown Shopping  Almost everyone you ask about shopping in St. Petersburg...
Last edited: April 29, 2006
Sports & Activities 
St. Petersburg is a city for the outdoorsman whether it is a stroll through the...
Last edited: October 16, 2009
Haslam's Book Store 
If you enjoy reading, Haslam's Book Store is a must. You need a car to get...
Last edited: January 18, 2009
Local Spectator Sports 
St. Petersburg is home to the Tampa Bay Devil Rays playing in Tropicana...
Last edited: April 29, 2006
More Fun Activities 
South Pasadena is a small little town wedged in between St. Petersburg and St...
Last edited: March 27, 2006
Museums 
St. Petersburg has a number of popular museums. The Salvador Dali Museum is a...
Last edited: April 29, 2006
Chihuly Collection presented by the Morean Arts Center 
A Permanent collection of Dale Chihully's unique artwork.  Displayed in a...
Last edited: August 21, 2010
Florida Orange Groves and Winery 
If you like wine, don't miss this place! Step out of the box and sample some of...
Last edited: May 16, 2010
Fort De Soto Park 
This is also a great place to take photos of, and observe Birds of Florida. The...
Last edited: February 24, 2007
Saturday Morning Market 
Go to the Saturday Morning Market to enjoy wonderful food, music and art. It is...
Last edited: March 29, 2010
St. Petersburg Museum of History 
One of the oldest historical museums in the State of Florida. Since 1920, SPMOH...
Last edited: January 28, 2011
Sunken Gardens 
  Sunken Gardens is a botanical paradise in the midst of a bustling city. As...
Last edited: July 10, 2012
The Pier Aquarium 
Big-city St. Petersburg boasts a waterfront downtown scene that pulses with...
Last edited: July 04, 2007
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Inside Dining Scene
Late-night Dining 
There are two diners in central Saint Petersburg that are open 24 hours a day...
Last edited: July 11, 2007
Coney Island Sandwhich Shop 
This popular family-owned local eatery has been in business since the Great...
Last edited: July 11, 2007
Cafe Alma 
Thursday's @ Cafe Alma is a gathering spot for friends and music patrons to...
Last edited: May 16, 2011
Mazzaro Coffee & Italian Mrkt 
Located on 22nd Avenue N around 29th Street, this is one of the best places to...
Last edited: July 01, 2011
Spartan Restaurant & Pizza 
Spartan's is a favorite among locals. They have a varied menu with many Greek...
Last edited: September 06, 2006
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Inside United States: For Foreign Visitors
Banks & Money 
Currency  The United States uses the United States dollar as its currency. The...
Last edited: May 11, 2010
Crossing the Border 
A little preparation will help simplify the process of entering the United...
Last edited: March 18, 2013
Emergencies 
Despite the best of intentions, accidents and illness happen when away from...
Last edited: October 11, 2012
Important Phrases 
Temperature in the United States... How Hot is HOT? How Cold is COLD?  100°F...
Last edited: March 12, 2013
Telephones 
General: The standard American telephone number is ten digits, such as (555...
Last edited: March 07, 2013
Tipping & Etiquette 
While tipping is not mandatory in the United States, it is expected in some...
Last edited: April 11, 2013
Additional Motel Taxes 
In many states motels, hotels and innkeepers of any description are subject to...
Last edited: September 08, 2007
Bottle/Container Deposits 
Depending on where you travel to in the U.S. bottle/container deposit laws...
Last edited: October 02, 2010
Customs, Habits, and Etiquette 
United States of America has a history of unified etiquette protocols that may...
Last edited: April 26, 2013
Discount Shopping  
A discount shopping trip in the United States can be a real bonanza for...
Last edited: April 24, 2013
Entry into the US from Canada 
Canadian citizens flying between a Canadian and American airport require a...
Last edited: April 26, 2009
International Travel - Electric Outlets 
Before making international travel, it is important to determine the electrical...
Last edited: April 08, 2013
Language and America 
  Some Anglophone Nations  United Kingdom On your first visit to the USA from...
Last edited: November 01, 2012
Polite Manners 
Eye Contact In the United States, most people consider it polite, and a...
Last edited: March 12, 2013
Sales Tax 
Contents:  1. Understanding the "sales tax" on merchandise and food in the U.S...
Last edited: March 07, 2013
Traveling by Car in the United States 
Many visitors to the United States  go to typical tourist areas like New York...
Last edited: February 07, 2013
Traveling with Children and Teens 
In the U.S., there are certain customs about the young that may differ from...
Last edited: October 28, 2010
US Customs 
Everyone who arrives in the United States is process by U.S. Customs and Border...
Last edited: April 26, 2009
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