South Straub Park
South Straub Park
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The_Loup_Garou
Phoenix, AZ166,281 contributions
Mar 2020
Construction - Demolition - Reconstruction
In March, while staying just to the north of South Straub Park, I walked past the northern area, North Straub Park, past the Museum of Fine Arts, which separates the North and South portions of Straub Park. On this visit, they were not at all alike, as much of South Straub Park was closed. There was quite a bit of demolition going on, but then also some reconstruction, and construction of the barriers forming the track for the Tampa/St Petersburg Grand Prix, coming up.
South Straub Park is located between Bayshore Dr NE with the North Yacht Basin and Tampa Bay to the east and Beach Dr NE, with hotels, restaurants, bars and art galleries to the west. It starts at the Museum of Fine Arts, and ends at St. Petersburg Yacht Club. However, looking past the fencing, the barricades and the equipment, it was obvious that within, there was a lovely park, but it was closed off, and a “hard hat area.” Still, I was able to walk along it, on both the Bayshore Dr and Beach Dr sides, and with some pedestrian detours, around the lower end, by the Yacht Club.
Besides the setting up for the Grand Prix, I could not tell what the other construction, within the Park was about, but hope to explore South Straub Park much more completely, on a return visit, as what I could see, was as lovely as its northern counterpart. I was just visiting too early - much too early.
In March, while staying just to the north of South Straub Park, I walked past the northern area, North Straub Park, past the Museum of Fine Arts, which separates the North and South portions of Straub Park. On this visit, they were not at all alike, as much of South Straub Park was closed. There was quite a bit of demolition going on, but then also some reconstruction, and construction of the barriers forming the track for the Tampa/St Petersburg Grand Prix, coming up.
South Straub Park is located between Bayshore Dr NE with the North Yacht Basin and Tampa Bay to the east and Beach Dr NE, with hotels, restaurants, bars and art galleries to the west. It starts at the Museum of Fine Arts, and ends at St. Petersburg Yacht Club. However, looking past the fencing, the barricades and the equipment, it was obvious that within, there was a lovely park, but it was closed off, and a “hard hat area.” Still, I was able to walk along it, on both the Bayshore Dr and Beach Dr sides, and with some pedestrian detours, around the lower end, by the Yacht Club.
Besides the setting up for the Grand Prix, I could not tell what the other construction, within the Park was about, but hope to explore South Straub Park much more completely, on a return visit, as what I could see, was as lovely as its northern counterpart. I was just visiting too early - much too early.
Written October 6, 2020
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SW G
St. Petersburg, FL24 contributions
Feb 2017 • Couples
The St. Petersburg Waterfront Parks, of which South Straub Park a part, are absolutely great! These parks comprise one of the largest contiguous waterfront park systems in North America! South Straub Park is a shady delight with a large fountain, sculpture, seating and a marvelous view of Tampa Bay and the St. Pete Marina on one side and delightful shops and restaurants on the other. A beautiful place to stroll, sightsee or just relax.
Written March 13, 2017
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Cherry_Wonderdog
New England3,142 contributions
Mar 2022
This park is right by the water and has wonderful pathways through luscious vegetation and plenty of benches for seating along the way. Definition worth a visit.
Written April 9, 2022
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Ian C
London, UK23,970 contributions
Nov 2017 • Solo
It is difficult to separate North Straub Park, South Straub Park and Albert Whitted Park as they all run into each other, creating an enjoyable green walkway along the waterfront, running from the Vinoy Renaissance hotel, past the Museum of Arts to the Dali Museum and Marina. An enjoyable place to stroll, run or sit, it makes St Petersburg a city to walk rather than to drive in a car and provides great views back to the city.
The pier is undergoing redevelopment and I look forward to seeing this once it is complete.
The pier is undergoing redevelopment and I look forward to seeing this once it is complete.
Written November 16, 2017
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Retiree55578
Michigan398 contributions
Mar 2017 • Friends
This is part of the Strasbourg Park-north and south-that was dedicated in 1939. Fantastic park to walk around downtown St.Pete. If you like boats walk around the marina. Or just stroll and take in the ambience of downtown St. Pete. Park on the street and take a stroll--you will be glad you did.
Written March 29, 2017
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nnmercman
Camberley, UK13,802 contributions
Dec 2016 • Couples
The park's located alongside the downtown marina area just down from where the pier used to be (under reconstruction) and named after a former editor of the St Petersburg Times. The park is nicely tended with decorations/nativity scene ready for Christmas - guess they're all lit up at night. There's metered parking all around ($1ph) and the pier area is just down the road - it's now demolished and should be rebuilt and finished sometime 2018, at which time the area will be a great attraction. There's plenty of bars/cafes/restaurants nearby.
Written December 4, 2016
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Christine C
St. Petersburg, FL86 contributions
Mar 2016 • Friends
Good place to walk a dog or throw a frisbee. Could also throw a football or baseball with kids. The weekend brings festivals and markets in this area.
Written March 23, 2016
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TRbeer
Hell, MI2,922 contributions
Feb 2016 • Couples
Very similar to North Straub Park and we walked thru here on our morning walk as we enjoyed looking at the boats and water birds. I'm pleased to see green space close to the waterfront in a large city
Written February 29, 2016
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Vinopopos
St. Petersburg, FL347 contributions
Oct 2015 • Friends
Why should,the locals be the only ones to know the best place to take that good book and read in perfect peace and quiet on the bench that is,bound to become your favorite? I like to stop by and enjoy the play of,the clouds above while I'm eating my sandwich after a morning of volunteering. You may prefer the end of the day. Just remember, it's yours to enjoy!
Written February 17, 2016
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Irina
United States10,618 contributions
Jan 2016 • Friends
It is so well kept and pleasant -- clean benches, a working fountain (Bicentennial Water Sculpture), blooming trees, flower beds and walking paths. Some info about William Straub -- a former editor of the St. Petersburg Times who had done a lot for 'the beautification of the city' -- was also useful. Makes you appreciate the past and enjoy the present. I had a really good time there, walking and admiring beautiful nature and views of the Beach Drive.
Written February 7, 2016
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- Hotels near South Straub Park:
- (0.15 mi) Hampton Inn & Suites St. Petersburg/Downtown
- (0.21 mi) Watergarden Inn at the Bay
- (0.24 mi) Hyatt Place St. Petersburg / Downtown
- (0.14 mi) Downtown! Steps to Beach Drive restaurants, shops, and gorgeous waterfront!
- (0.30 mi) The Cordova Inn
- Restaurants near South Straub Park:
- (0.03 mi) Fresco's Waterfront Bistro
- (0.07 mi) BellaBrava
- (0.08 mi) Stillwaters Tavern
- (0.07 mi) Cassis
- (0.07 mi) Kilwins
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