Top St Petersburg Half-day Tours

Discover St. Petersburg's undeveloped Shell Key Preserve on this exciting kayak excursion. Join a small group and gear up for your adventure through mangrove tunnels and shallow seagrass meadows. While you paddle, observe local wildlife like sea turtles and seabirds and stop at Shell Island to collect seashells or go for a swim.

St. Petersburg is packed with a rich art culture, but if you’re not familiar with the city, you may not know where to go to see the city’s art. Take this St. Petersburg Art Biking Tour and follow a guide who shows you more than 30 murals and talks art and a bit of food. You’ll ride at a casual pace with stops to admire murals and to taste some treats like truffles.

Shell Key Preserve is only accessible by water, and if you don’t own a boat, it can be hard to get to the area to explore it. This Shell Key Preserve Snorkeling Cruise from Tampa takes you to the 1,800-acre (728-hectare) wildlife preserve to snorkel and look for shells and wildlife. Some of the wildlife you may see along your journey, includes dolphins, birds, manatees, hermits crabs, fish, and horseshoe crabs.

St. Petersburg has many popular attractions and scenic sights to see but doing so on foot during a tour can really tucker you out. Instead, prebook this St. Petersburg Skyway E-bike Tour and pedal as much or as little as you'd like along the way. Pack visits to St. Pete Beach, the Don CeSar, Maximo Park, and Uncle Andy's Ice Cream Parlor all into one day.

Veteran Owned. This 3 hour guided tour will take you through a vital eco-system known as Shell Key Preserve. Having conducted field research through out the world and working at various US Zoos for nearly 30 years, Capt Yak has acquired a vast amount of knowledge regarding the animal and plant life you will encounter. You will paddle with ease on the some of the most comfortable and best paddling Sit-on-top single or tandem kayaks. We will venture through mangrove tunnels, over beds of seagrasses and sandbars while encountering wildlife. Midway we will stop on Shell Key. You can take a stroll, swim, find that perfect shell or just relax and take in the surroundings. On the return trip Capt Yak will continue to share his knowledge and you will be mesmerized by the stories he shares with you. We have multiple departure times daily that vary between 9:00am-3:00pm based on tides and weather. Feel free to message me for tour times prior to booking if you are looking for a specific time.

Spice up any Florida vacation with a cruise on the Gulf of Mexico. Beginning in St. Petersburg, enjoy a beautiful sunset (depending upon the time of year) and listen to live music on board the elegant 'StarLite Sapphire' yacht. Choose from the open-air observation deck or the climate-controlled cabin inside. Either way, the view is spectacular. Then dance the night away or take a romantic stroll along the deck.

Look for dolphins around Boca Ciega Bay in St. Pete Beach on a cruise in the Tampa Bay Area. Continue into the Gulf of Mexico to visit Shell Key island, a wildlife preserve where you can snorkel, swim, or collect shells on the beach. Depending on the season, you might spot dolphins, manatees, rays, and a variety of seabirds. This family-friendly tour offers both a late morning and afternoon departure, making it easy to suit your schedule.

See the perfect sunset over the Gulf right from St. Pete Beach. We take a leisurely cruise through the residential canals, where you get to see the homes and the mansions. We always see dolphins too! Our small-group tour leaves one hour before sunset, 7 days a week. All of our rides are semi-private, with a maximum of 6 persons per boat, so you get to avoid the crowds when you ride with us. Our boats are all Social-Distance compliant.

If you're looking for a place to watch the sun set over Florida's stunning water, but don't want to just sit dockside, this Gulf of Mexico Sunset Cruise from Madeira Beach takes you out on the water to do just that. Bring your own alcohol (or non-alcoholic drinks) and enjoy the sunset over the Gulf of Mexico.

Experience the thrill of driving a speedboat across the crystal blue waters of Tampa Bay on this sightseeing tour. Hop on board an F-13 mini speedboat and get ready for adventure. Follow a trained guide in a separate boat with a two-way communication system installed to talk back and forth. Check out the beautiful Florida coast and look for pods of dolphins and other wildlife swimming below or gliding down and around from above.

If you want to explore the waters near St. Pete Beach at night, but are too intimidated to journey out on your own because the area is home to a lot of marine life, this tour is a great choice. This St. Pete Beach Glass Bottom Kayak LED Night Tour lets you go out with a guide who knows the area and its ecosystem well and who can easily lead the way even in the dark.

Step aboard an evening cruise for dinner and drinks while you take in views of St. Pete Beach. Watch over the landmarks of St. Pete and munch on food from the tropical-themed buffet. Open bar means you won't go thirsty while jamming to island music from the onboard DJ and other entertainment.

Get out on the water and see Tampa Bay from a new perspective with this kayaking tour. Ride in a clear kayak—which has the advantage of greater visibility of the underwater world. Along the way look out for coastal birds, marine life, and the beautiful mangroves. No need to worry about missing out on photo opportunities—the trip includes photo stops and a break at Shell Key to enjoy its beach and sandbars.

Discover the highlights and hidden gems of downtown St. Petersburg - without breaking a sweat - on a 2-hour Segway tour. With a morning, afternoon, and evening start time available, you can easily fit the well-rounded excursion into your itinerary. After a brief training session, follow your guide to the Pier, Salvador Dali Museum, Vinoy Park Hotel, and beyond. Along the way, enjoy ample opportunities to take photos and ask questions.

Call to book 7279021124 Tour and snorkel Beautiful and Historic Egmont Key! This runs on Bad Dog boat! We offer a fun educational experience the entire family can enjoy. Captain will give you a history narration of the island when we approach the island. Snorkel the ruins or grass flats, they both have unique differences (SNORKELING GEAR INCLUDED). Excellent customer service. Our boats are Luxury and new, with a 45 minute cruise to the BIG ISLAND. Our Captain's specialize in encouraging the Dolphin to jump behind the boat. This is not a guarantee to see wild dolphin however we almost always see them. Other wildlife is prevalent in the era, MANATEES, sea turtles, fish, land turtles, and of course birds. All of our tours are semi-private to private group charters. Awesome location with better quality equipment than our competitors.

Our Guided City Tour is an experience you will not want to miss out on! During the tour you discover many facts about Saint Petersburg and the history of its murals!

Welcome to Salt and Mist Sea Tours! This all-inclusive 3hr tour includes a Bottlenose Dolphin and Marine Life Tour, an Island Architecture Tour of Celebrity Mansions and other waterfront mansions, casual cruising in and around many different Islands, Keys and Bridges in the Tampa Bay area and stop on a secluded Barrier Island on the Gulf of Mexico for shelling, swimming and relaxing. With (2) Vessels in our fleet, you can also be creative and stop at one of our many oceanfront restaurants for drinks and food. Eat in or take it on the boat, we have tables that mount in either boat so you can enjoy! If you have other ideas for your boat trip and want to be creative with your experience, all tours are 100% customizable, just let us know what you want and we will accommodate you! NOTE: PLEASE CALL US DIRECTLY IF THERE ARE ONLY 1-3 PEOPLE IN YOUR PARTY! If you want to guarantee your trip to be private, please select (5) seats at checkout! See you on the ocean! Captain Joe

The St Pete History and Heritage Biking Tour provides a great chance to learn all about St. Petersburg's history from its founding to today. The biking tour allows guests to see unique parts of the downtown area while receiving unique insights from a knowledgeable tour guide about the city. Not only will guests learn interesting facts and tidbits about St Pete, but they will also enjoy a beautifully scenic biking tour. Plus, beverages and lunch are also included along the way. It's a wonderful and fun way to get to know all St. Petersburg has to offer while learning all about the city's rich history.

During this tour our riders will get the full experience of Fort De Soto's trails, beaches, wildlife, and of course the Historic Fort! By the end of the tour, our riders will become experts on the history of Fort De Soto and have had a time of their life's riding the e bikes!

On the Hidden Gems Foodie Tour, we will take a casual bicycle ride throughout the downtown St Petersburg area while stopping at several destinations for food and wine pairings. This will include 3 different stops for pre-arranged tastings. Each of the cafes and restaurants not only provides tasty offerings but also provides a good sense of our community's culture and entertainment. Plus, with an expert guide, guests will learn a great deal about all downtown St. Petersburg has to offer. Bicycle rentals are included with the tour as are helmets and a souvenir water bottle. We also will enjoy a beautifully scenic route while seeing the sights around downtown. This includes St Pete's beautiful waterfront where the tour starts and ends as well as various points of interest in between our destinations.

St. Petersburg's downtown is a great place to explore by bicycle. In addition to world-class entertainment and dining, downtown St. Pete (DTSP) has several art museums (including the Dali and MFA), hundreds of murals, and some picturesque neighborhoods. The area also boasts sporting events as well as a wonderful craft beer scene. For those who want to enjoy a scenic overview of the downtown St. Pete area, this casual guided bicycle ride is perfect!

Our kayaking eco tour explores both the wonderful waters & beautiful beaches of Shell Key Preserve. We'll meet everyone at the launch, do introductions, give waterproof bags,& get everyone prepped for kayaking. No experience needed as we'll give everyone a paddling overview! We use primarily double kayaks for ease+comfort. (Your booking time is the planned arrival time. Average water depth 2 feet) After that we'll get launched into Shell Key Preserve! The Preserve is a beautiful shallow environment with tons of wildlife & a very interesting ecosystem which we'll discuss plus the history of the Preserve! From the shallow seagrass flats to the large mangrove islands to the pristine beaches of Shell Key itself we'll try and cover it all! Including traveling through some mangrove tunnels (with friendly tides, primarily Mar-Oct) We'll also look for+talk about some of our incredible wildlife in the Preserve including dolphins, manatees, & other fish & birds!

Whether you’re just visiting or call our paradise home, a Bay Area Info Tour is a must-see adventure. Bob, your local expert offers semi-custom and semi-private tours in a luxury mini-van. Choose from 2 totally different four-hour tours of North & South Pinellas County or 2 two hour tours or a downtown St. Petersburg 1 hour tour. A fun-filled tour of history, information & sites, never a dull moment! Add this unique experience to your list of must-dos of Tampa Bay.

Travelers will see the new, recently completed, Saint Petersburg Pier, complete with parks, restaurant venues, bars and a Gift Shop; and ample parking. The Pier is adjacent to Downtown Saint Petersburg, which has become an extremely popular spot for travelers in the Tampa Bay area, with countless restaurants and many excellent museums. Immediately adjacent to the Downtown, is the beautiful, recently completed Pier, which extends out into Tampa Bay. From the Pier, travelers will board the gorgeous, private, fifty-foot sailing vessel, Wind Chime, from the new floating docks. After boarding, guests will be being given a safety briefing by United States Coast Guard Licensed Captain, Fred Levine. Wind Chime will then head out into Tampa Bay and set sail. Travelers will be provided ice and drinking water as requested, and are free to enjoy any food and beverages they may have brought aboard. It is common to see dolphins in Tampa Bay, often very close to the docks from which we launch.