The 4 Best St Petersburg Boat Tours

1.Island Sunset and Skyway Light Show – 3hr Boat Cruise in St. Pete

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,871 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $80Our pick

Spend three hours cruising St. Petersburg’s waterfront, Shell Key Preserve, and nearby bridges with Coastal Cruises. You’ll stop at Sand Dollar Island for sunset and shell hunting, then watch the Sunshine Skyway Bridge light show. The boat has a bar, restroom, photo-friendly views, and room for up to 43 people. Crew members may include Paul, Gavin, Chase, Dillon, or Noah.

“Had a wonderful time!!!!! Great price for a great time!! Our Captains were very nice, helpful & despite the weather did a great job fulfilling our experience!!”

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2.Small Group 2 Hour Dolphin Cruise with Snorkeling to Shell Key

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,523 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $75

Join a maximum of six people aboard a cushioned 25-foot pontoon from Tierra Verde Marina. Captain Noel, Megan, or Dave may lead you toward dolphins and manatees in Boca Ciega Bay, then stop at Shell Key for shallow-water snorkeling, swimming, and shell collecting. Bottled water, gear, ice, and free parking are included.

“Go for 4 hours instead of 2. It was the highlight of our trip to Florida. Noel was the best and made sure we had a great experience..thank you Noel”

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3.Evening Yacht Cruise with Optional Dining in St. Petersburg

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 590 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $40

Board the 113-foot StarLite Sapphire in South Pasadena for an evening cruise across the Gulf of Mexico. You’ll enjoy live music from a DJ, two decks, waterfront views, dancing, and time under the stars. Dinner and drinks are optional purchases aboard, making this a flexible choice for dates, birthdays, and easy nights out.

“I had such a great time on the evening yacht cruise! The trip was the perfect amount of time! It was long enough to relax and take in the views without feeling rushed. Watching the sunset over the ocean was absolutely beautiful and such a cool experience. Definitely recommend this for anyone looking for a peaceful and memorable evening on the water!”

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4.Dolphin Watching/Eco Cruise, John’s Pass, Madeira Bch, FL

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 529 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $31Best value

Join Dolphin Quest at John's Pass for a 90-minute Madeira Beach cruise with Captain Steve, Captain Jim, Kirsten, Grace, or Colin. You will look for bottlenose dolphins, pass waterfront homes and local boats, and learn about the bay from the crew. Cruises hold up to 35 people and include a restroom, with snacks and drinks sold onboard.

“We had a great time on the tour. We had our friends from South Korea with us and they enjoyed the experience.”

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