Sand Key Travel Guide
St. Petersburg - Clearwater
Popular places to visit
Sand Key Park
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Sand Key Park might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Clearwater Beach. Stroll along the clear-water beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
John's Pass Village & Boardwalk
When you visit John's Pass Village & Boardwalk, a popular shopping spot in Madeira Beach, you can browse for souvenirs. Stroll along the marina in this family-friendly area or visit its lively bars.
St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches
Nothing says holiday like spending a care-free day in St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches, a popular beach in St. Petersburg - Clearwater.
Clearwater Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Clearwater Beach during your trip to Clearwater Beach? Wander the clear-water beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Fort De Soto Park
Admire the vestiges of the fortress, bring your kids to the pirate ship playground and relax on the beaches of this archipelago.
Salvador Dali Museum
Browse the surrealistic masterpieces of a world-famous Spanish painter in a remarkable building that perfectly suits the style of the art exhibits.
Top hotels in Sand Key
Clearwater Beach Sheraton Resort on Sand Key
"Great hotel. Nice beach. We enjoyed our stay so much"
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Clearwater Beach Marriott Resort on Sand Key
"Unfortunately I wasn't able to use my balcony due to people out there painting. So $700 was definitely not worth it."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Wyndham Grand Clearwater Beach
"Close to beach"
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
The Westin Tampa Bay
"Nice view to south from our room overlooking the causeway. Enjoyed seeing the planes landing in the evening. Did not use any of the “amenities “. The pool was closed. Would choose another hotel for future stays."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa
"I didn't like the room cleanliness. The room was dusty, and the bathroom had hair on the toilet and shower. Also, the furniture in the room was damaged with rusty, really old furniture."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
RumFish Beach at TradeWinds
"Been going to this hotel for over 30 years and I think it only gets better! Updated since our last visit and it really looks nice inside and out. Took advantage of pickleball courts and clinic. Love the Gulfside Kitchen food. We get it to go and eat on the beach. Good restaurants close by. Beach ..."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Sand Key
Pass-a-Grille
Pass-a-Grille is popular for its beaches, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches or Merry Pier.
Downtown St. Petersburg
Downtown St. Petersburg is beloved for its fantastic nightlife. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Tampa Bay and Palladium Theater.
Sunset Beach
Sunset Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and Sunset Beach.
Don Cesar
Don Cesar might not have many top sights, but Gulf Beaches Historical Museum and Splash Island Water Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Sunshine Beach
While visiting Sunshine Beach, you might make a stop by sights like St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and St. Petersburg Municipal Beach at Treasure Island.
