We know it is frustrating to have the weather disrupt your plans, and want to provide some alternative options for you to spend your day. Whether you like to spend time indoors, or inclement weather has made it unsafe to go on the water, here are some fun land based activities that you can do in St. Petersburg, Tampa, or surrounding areas.
Our comprehensive list includes indoor activities, outdoor activities, some of our favorite cozy places to eat or get coffee, and places to paddle that might not be impacted by weather.聽
Please be sure to visit the organization's website or give them a call in order to check their hours of operation and to see if reservations are required.
You can also access a Google Maps version of this list here.
Indoor Activities for Stormy Days
Explore Tampa Bay
Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center - St. Petersburg, Fl
1800 Weedon Dr NE, St. Petersburg Fl, 33702
Reconnect yourself with the natural history of Florida by exploring galleries that feature interactive exhibits and activities that will interest all ages.
Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center - St Petersburg, Fl
700 2nd Ave NE, St. Petersburg, Fl 33701
Located on the St. Pete Pier, the Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center is an educational space that highlights Tampa Bay Watch鈥檚 work, has regular programs, and interactive exhibits.
路 20-25 mins (7.9mi) from Weedon Island Preserve
路 25-30 mins (10mi) from War Veterans Memorial Park
The Florida Aquarium - Tampa, Fl
701 Channelside Dr, Tampa, Fl 33602
The Florida Aquarium is rated as one of the best aquariums in the US and is a non-profit organization. Explore this over 250,000 square foot aquarium and the aquatic wildlife it contains.
路聽20-30 mins (15mi) from Weedon Island Preserve
Visit one of St. Pete鈥檚 many museums
The Dali Museum - St. Petersburg, Fl
1 Dali Blvd St. Petersburg, Fl 33701
Visit a museum that features more masterpieces of Dali than any other museum in the world.
路聽20-25 mins (8.1mi) from Weedon Island Preserve
路聽25-30 mins (11mi) from War Veterans Memorial Park
Fairgrounds St. Pete - St. Petersburg, Fl
2606 Fairfield Ave S, St. Petersburg, Fl 33712
Explore a unique and immersive art museum filled by local Floridian Artisans.
路聽20-25 mins (13mi) from Weedon Island Preserve
路聽20-25 mins (8.1mi) from War Veterans Memorial Park
Museum of Fine Arts - St. Petersburg, Fl
255 Beach Dr. NE, St. Petersburg, Fl 33701
This museum contains exhibits spanning 4,000 years, featuring African, European and American art.
路聽20-25 mins (7.6mi) from Weedon Island Preserve
路聽25-30 mins (11mi) from War Veterans Memorial Park
James Museum of Western and Wildlife Art - St. Petersburg, Fl
150 Central Ave, St. Petersburg, Fl 33701
Contemporary and traditional works displaying wildlife paintings, sculptures, and more.
路聽20-25 mins (7.6mi) from Weedon Island Preserve
路聽25-30 mins (10mi) from War Veterans Memorial Park
Chihuly Collection - St. Petersburg, Fl
720 Central Ave, St. Petersburg, Fl 33701
Sculptures by Dale Chihuly and glass-blowing demonstrations.
路聽20-25 mins (7.7mi) from Weedon Island Preserve
路聽20-25 mins (9.2mi) from War Veterans Memorial Park
Florida Holocaust Museum - St. Petersburg, Fl
55 Fifth St. S, St. Petersburg, Fl 33701
Documentation of the holocaust with an emphasis on stories of local survivors.
路聽20-25 mins (7.6mi) from Weedon Island Preserve
路聽20-25 mins (9.4mi) from War Veterans Memorial Park
Hands on activities that keep you moving while indoors
Sunrise Lanes Bowling - St. Petersburg, Fl
6393 Dr Martin Luther King Jr St N, St. Petersburg, Fl 33702
Retro family-friendly bowling alley with an arcade room, pool tables, food and drinks.
路聽10-15 mins (3.8mi) from Weedon Island Preserve
路 25-30 mins (9.4mi) from War Veterans Memorial Park
Pin Chasers Bowling - Tampa, Fl
4847 N Armenia Ave, Tampa, Fl 33603
A modern and vibrant family-friendly bowling alley with arcade games, pool tables. They also provide complimentary socks with your shoes if you鈥檝e forgotten your socks at home.
路 30-40 mins (19mi) from Weedon Island Preserve
Vertical Ventures - St. Petersburg, Fl
116 18th St. S, St. Petersburg, Fl 33712
Indoor climbing gym with a bouldering section and Auto Belays
路 20-25 mins (9.6mi) from Weedon Island Preserve
路 20-25 mins (8.4mi) from War Veterans Memorial Park
Jungle Gym Ninja - St. Petersburg, Fl
8100 Park Blvd N, St. Petersburg, Fl 33781
Test yourself in your Ninja Warrior skills at this unique gym.
路 25-30 mins (11mi) from Weedon Island Preserve
路 10-15 mins (3.6mi) from War Veterans Memorial Park
Sky Zone - Clearwater, Fl
13000 66th St, Largo, Fl 33773
Trampoline park
路 20-25 mins (10mi) from Weedon Island Preserve
路 20-25 mins (8.3mi) from War Veterans Memorial Park
Hatchet Hangout - St. Petersburg, Fl
2360 Central Ave N, St. Petersburg, Fl 33712
Axe throwing venue
路 20-25 mins (9.6mi) from Weedon Island Preserve
路 20-25 mins (7.8mi) from War Veterans Memorial Park
Clay Center - St. Petersburg, Fl
2010 First Ave S, St. Petersburg, FL 33712
Take a pottery class. All ages welcome.
路 20-25 mins (11mi) from Weedon Island Preserve
路 20-25 mins (9mi) from War Veterans Memorial Park
Practically Pikasso - St. Petersburg, Fl
6850 Central Ave N, Unit A, St. Petersburg, Fl 33707
A studio to paint pottery, no experience necessary.
路 30-35 mins (14mi) from Weedon Island Preserve
路 10-15 mins (4.4mi) from War Veterans Memorial Park
The Great Escape Room - St. Petersburg, Fl
2429 Central Ave, Unit 101, St. Petersburg, Fl 33713
路 20-25 mins (12mi) from Weedon Island Preserve
路 20-25 mins (7.8mi) from War Veterans Memorial Park
Locked Up Escape Room - Madeira Beach, Fl
162 129th Ave W, Madeira Beach, Fl 33708
路 35-45 mins (18mi) from Weedon Island Preserve
路 10-15 mins (3.9mi) from War Veterans Memorial Park
Some of our favorite cozy places to eat
Pias Trattoria - St. Petersburg, Fl
3054 Beach Blvd S, St. Petersburg, Fl 33707
A nice restaurant, good atmosphere, and great Italian food in Gulfport.
路 25-30 mins (16mi) from Weedon Island Preserve
路 20-25 mins (7.4mi) from War Veterans Memorial Park
Stone Soup Cafe and Pub - St. Petersburg, Fl
4122 16th St. N, St. Petersburg, Fl 33703
Soups and sandwiches, just what you need for a rainy day.
路 10-20 mins (5.7mi) from Weedon Island Preserve
路 15-20 mins (7.4mi) from War Veterans Memorial Park
El Cap - St. Petersburg, Fl
3500 Fourth St. N, St. Petersburg, Fl 33704
A local sports bar with great burgers.
路 10-15 mins (5.2mi) from Weedon Island Preserve
路 20-25 mins (8.4mi) from War Veterans Memorial Park
Black Crow Coffee Co - St. Petersburg, Fl
722 Second St. N, St. Petersburg, Fl 33701
Comfy coffee shop
路 15-20 mins (7mi) from Weedon Island Preserve
路 20-25 mins (10mi) from War Veterans Memorial Park
Craft Kafe - St. Petersburg, Fl
200 Central Ave, St. Petersburg, Fl 33701
Gluten free breakfast food and coffee shop. Vegan options available.
路 20-25 mins (7.6mi) from Weedon Island Preserve
路 20-25 mins (11mi) from War Veterans Memorial Park
Pipo鈥檚 Cafe - St. Petersburg, Fl
9531 Bay Pines Blvd, St. Petersburg, Fl 33708
Small family owned restaurant to get tasty and fast Cuban food.
路 25-30 mins (14mi) from Weedon Island Preserve
路聽Less than 5 mins (<1mi) from War Veterans Memorial Park
Outdoor Activities for Windy Days
Go for a walk or surround yourself with nature and wildlife
Sunkin Gardens - St. Petersburg, Fl
1825 4th St. N, St. Petersburg, Fl 33704
Four acres of botanical gardens featuring flamingos.
路 15-20 mins (6.1mi) from Weedon Island Preserve
路 20-25 mins (8.7mi) from War Veterans Memorial Park
Florida Botanical Gardens - Largo, Fl
12520 Ulmerton Rd, Largo, Fl 33774
182 acres of botanical gardens, free of charge with lots to see
路 30-40 mins (16mi) from Weedon Island Preserve
路 15-20 mins (7mi) from War Veterans Memorial Park
Boyd Hill Nature Preserve - St. Petersburg, Fl
1101 Country Club Way S, St. Petersburg, Fl 33705
About 20-30 mins (15mi) from Weedon Island Preserve
About 25-30 mins (13mi) from War Veterans Memorial Park
245 acres of protected land with walking trails. Alligators are a common sight at this preserve and the visitor center usually have rescued animals on display.
路 20-30 mins (15mi) from Weedon Island Preserve
路 25-30 mins (13mi) from War Veterans Memorial Park
Weedon Island Preserve - St. Petersburg, Fl
1800 Weedon Dr NE, St. Petersburg Fl, 33702
Hiking trails and boardwalks that overlook the water.
Zoo Tampa at Lowry Park - Tampa, Fl
1101 W Sligh Ave, Tampa, Fl 33604
Zoo Tampa is rated as one of the best zoos in the US and is a non-profit organization. Explore this 63 acre zoo and the wildlife it contains.
路 30-40 mins (23mi) from Weedon Island Preserve
Some other outdoor activities
Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf - Madeira Beach, Fl
15395 Gulf Blvd, Madeira Beach, FL 33708
Mini golf
路 30-40 mins (16mi) from Weedon Island Preserve
路 5-10 mins (2.7mi) from War Veterans Memorial Park
Polynesian Putter Mini Golf - St. Petersburg, Fl
4999 Gulf Blvd, St. Petersburg, FL 33706
Small mini golf course with great prices
路 25-35 mins (20mi) from Weedon Island Preserve
路 20-25 mins (10mi) from War Veterans Memorial Park
St. Pete Shuffleboard Club - St. Petersburg, Fl
559 Mirror Lake Dr N, St. Petersburg, Fl 33701
A fun place for people of all ages and abilities to play shuffleboard.
路 15-20 mins (7.3mi) from Weedon Island Preserve
路 20-25 mins (10mi) from War Veterans Memorial Park
Cypress Breeze Farm - Pinellas Park, Fl
9308 60th St. N, Pinellas Park, Fl 33782
Horseback riding
路 20-25 mins (9.9mi) from Weedon Island Preserve
路 15-20 mins (6.7mi) from War Veterans Memorial Park
Eat some food with great outdoor views
The Getaway - St. Petersburg, Fl
13090 Gandy Blvd N, St. Petersburg, Fl 33702
An awesome view overlooking the water. Dolphins are a common site here.
路 5-10 mins (2.6mi) from Weedon Island Preserve
路 25-30 mins (13mi) from War Veterans Memorial Park
Patrona Coastal Cafe - St. Petersburg, Fl
13090 Gandy Blvd N, St. Petersburg, Fl 33702
Next to the Getaway, you have the same view, but instead can try one of their legendary egg sandwiches with a cup of coffee.
路 5-10 mins (2.6mi) from Weedon Island Preserve
路 25-30 mins (13mi) from War Veterans Memorial Park
Doc Ford鈥檚 Rum Bar and Grill - St. Petersburg, Fl
610 2nd Ave NE, St. Petersburg, Fl 33701
Located at the end of the St. Pete Pier, you can get a wonderful view of the water.
路 20-25 mins (7.8mi) from Weedon Island Preserve
路 25-30 mins (10mi) from War Veterans Memorial Park
Spinners Rooftop Grille - St. Petersburg, Fl
5250 Gulf Blvd, St. Pete Beach, Fl 33706
On the pricey side, this rooftop bar slowly rotates so no matter where you sit, you have a beautiful view of the water and beach down below.
路 30-40 mins (19mi) from Weedon Island Preserve
路 20-25 mins (8.3mi) from War Veterans Memorial Park
Stillwaters Tavern - St. Petersburg, Fl
224 Beach Dr. NE, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
A wonderful restaurant with a great atmosphere.
路 20-25 mins (7.6mi) from Weedon Island Preserve
路 25-30 mins (11mi) from War Veterans Memorial Park
The Chattaway - St. Petersburg, Fl
358 22nd Ave S, St. Petersburg, Fl 33705
CASH ONLY. Awesome outdoor seating and usually has live music in the evening. Very fun spot!
路 20-25 mins (9mi) from Weedon Island Preserve
路 25-30 mins (12mi) from War Veterans Memorial Park
Alternative Paddling Locations
Places that might not be impacted by the weather
Salty Dog Kayak Rentals - Port Richey, Fl
8737 Sate Highway 19, Port Richey, Fl 34668
Run by a former ECOmersion employee, you will be impressed by their customer service.
路 1 hr (40mi) from Weedon Island Preserve
路 1 hr (37mi) from War Veterans Memorial Park
Weeki Wachee Springs State Park - Weeki Wachee, Fl
6131 Commercial Way, Weeki Wachee, Fl 34606
路 1-1.5 hr (64mi) from Weedon Island Preserve
路 1-1.5 hr (72mi) from War Veterans Memorial Park
Chassahowitzka River Campground - Chassahowitzka, Fl
8600 W Miss Maggie Dr, Chassahowitzka, Fl 34448
路 1-1.5 hr (75mi) from Weedon Island Preserve
路 1-1.5 hr (82mi) from War Veterans Memorial Park
Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge- Crystal River, Fl
1502 SE Kings Bay Dr, Crystal River, Fl 34429
路 1-1.5 hr (75mi) from Weedon Island Preserve
路 1-1.5 hr (82mi) from War Veterans Memorial Park
Rainbow Springs State Park - Dunnellon, Fl
19158 SW 81st Place Rd, Dunnellon, Fl 34432
路 1.5-2 hr (103mi) from Weedon Island Preserve
路 1.5-2.5 hr (111mi) from War Veterans Memorial Park