Historic Old Northeast Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Historic Old Northeast
Popular places to visit
Vinoy Park
While area beaches are abundant, it’s convenient to have this lovely spot right in the city. Lounge under a palm tree and enjoy the frequent entertainment.
Sunken Gardens
Located in the heart of St. Petersburg, this historic botanical oasis behind vine-covered walls offers tropical plants, colorful flower beds, meandering paths, picturesque ponds and cascading waterfalls.
Great Explorations Children's Museum
This innovative and interactive attraction is designed specifically for young children and their parents, and makes learning fun and active.
Gizella Kopsick Palm Arboretum
In just one location, find multiple types of trees that define warmer global climes. You might be surprised how many palms there are in the world.
Renaissance Vinoy Golf Club
Enjoy a round of golf in St. Petersburg at Renaissance Vinoy Golf Club. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Vinoy Park Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Vinoy Park Beach during your trip to St. Petersburg?
Activities
Pirate Adventure Cruise - John's Pass
Madeira Beach: Pirate Adventure Cruise
Parasail Flight at Madeira Beach
Tiki Boat - St. Pete Pier - The Only Authentic Floating Tiki Bar
St. Petersburg, FL: 4-Hour Catamaran Cruise to Egmont Key
Dolphin Watching Nature Cruise and Eco Tour from Hubbard's Marina in John's Pass
Our pick of the best Historic Old Northeast Hotel Deals
Ramada by Wyndham Tampa Westshore Airport South
Clean room, tub didn’t drain very well. But good sheets and clean
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa
Location to the beach and restaurants was perfect. The property, rooms are ok.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay
Nice property
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Wyndham Grand Clearwater Beach
Great pool and located on beach.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
RumFish Beach at TradeWinds
Nice room, beautiful view! Its perfect for littles and family vacations!
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Hotel South Tampa & Suites
Easy check in, courteous personnel, clean room, but musty odor in our room. At checkout I told the checkout attendent and he said he would have maintenance check it.
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Historic Old Northeast
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 The Coliseum.
Disston Heights
While Disston Heights isn't home to many top sights, Imagine Museum and St. Pete's Historic Coliseum are some notable places to visit nearby.
South Pasadena
You'll enjoy the restaurants and seafood restaurants in South Pasadena. You might want to make time for a stop at Corey Ave or Pasadena Shopping Center.
Causeway Isles
Though Causeway Isles may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Treasure Island Golf, Tennis & Recreation Center and Sunset Beach.
Isla del Sol
Isla del Sol might not have many top sights, but Dolphin Landings Charter Boat Center and Boca Ciega Bay Aquatic Preserve are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Belle Vista
If you're spending some time in Belle Vista, Pass-a-Grille Beach and St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches are top sights worth seeing.
