| straightforward accommodations include rooms, efficiencies, and 1- and 2-bedroom suites, which all have air-conditioning, plus microwaves, fridges and free wi-fi. . they all provide views over the pool or the entrance. this casual, low-rise motel on st. free parking is provided, and there's a heated outdoor pool. 9 miles from the gulf of mexico beaches. pete island is 1 block from boca ciega bay and 0
Tampa International Airport 37 min
The Dalí (Salvador Dalí Museum) (20 min)
Extensive collection of surrealist art by Salvador Dalí housed in a building with 900 glass panels. Egmont Key National Wildlife Refuge (24 min)
Former military base is now an endangered wildlife preserve accessible only by water. Sunken Gardens (22 min)
Tropical, century-old attraction featuring thousands of plants, a butterfly aviary & wildlife shows. Saint Petersburg Pier (1 hr 5) Upham Beach Park (14 min)
Wide, white sandy beach backed by dunes, known for dolphin sightings & light surfing. John's Pass (8 min)
Quaint, historic fishing village with shops, bars, restaurants & watersports outfitters. Skyway Fishing Pier State Park (21 min)
Fishing pier stretching across Tampa Bay offering sunset views & myriad species of catch 24/7. Boyd Hill Nature Preserve (18 min)
Natural retreat with abundant wildlife, trails, picnic areas, a gift shop & scenic tram tours. Great Explorations Children's Museum (23 min)
Nonprofit museum offering 18,000 sq. ft. of hands-on exhibits & workshops aimed at kids. Chihuly Collection (17 min)
Unique sculptures by legendary glass artist Dale Chihuly, plus glass-blowing demonstrations. Museum of Fine Arts (21 min)
Exhibits spanning 4,000 years, including African art, European paintings & American photography. Sunshine Skyway Bridge (29 min) Sunset Beach (3 min)
White-sand beach with turquoise water, a pavilion & a boardwalk over the dunes, plus sunset views. Morean Arts Center (17 min)
Free-entry contemporary art gallery showcasing local & international work & offering classes. Fort De Soto Park (19 min)
Beaches, camping, trails & a historic fort in a vast park spread over multiple connected islands. | 
