Florida's Sunshine City, St. Petersburg resides in the greater Tampa Bay area, and is home to stretches of golden beach and sparkling, clear waters for which it has become well-known. One of the five largest cities in the state, St. Pete is a popular tourist destination for northwestern Americans, attracting visitors in the tens of thousands each and every year. Its beaches are regarded as amongst the best in the US, and are consistently praised for their cleanliness and appearance.
With sunshine all year round, St. Petersburg is an understandably popular destination for water sports and outdoor activities, in addition to several museums and galleries for those with interests in history, science and culture. The historic St. Petersburg Pier also attracts visitors with its range of public amenities, including an aquarium and a range of waterside restaurants and bars, while the downtown area has a range of shopping and leisure attractions.
