Historic Uptown Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

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 seaside in this family-friendly area or visit its lively bars.

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.

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.

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.

Upham Beach
St. Pete beaches are popular, but it’s often challenging to find sand in the area without a hotel in the background. Try this location for a hotel-free beach day.
Activities

Sunset Celebration Cruise on Tropics Boat Tours

Dolphin Racer Speedboat Adventure

Pirate Adventure Cruise - John's Pass

StarLite Majesty Evening Yacht Cruise Clearwater

2 Hour Sunset Cruise in Clearwater, Florida

Little Toot Dolphin Adventure at Clearwater Beach
Our pick of the best Historic Uptown Hotel Deals

Wyndham Grand Clearwater Beach
"Centrally located and in a walkable area"
Reviewed on 11 June 2026

The Westin Tampa Bay
"Good"
Reviewed on 9 June 2026

Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa
"This prperty needs serious renovations and updates. Only Lobby and Ground Floor look good, the rooms are from 80s and need serious updates (especially carpets). Also when i gave my car to Valet guys ($40/day) ...next morning i had few miles more on the odometer...how if the parking is only 500 feet ..."
Reviewed on 11 June 2026

RumFish Beach at TradeWinds
"Hotel is awesome,so much fun and relax"
Reviewed on 11 June 2026

Opal Sands Resort
"This area is perfect spot for walking distance to everything"
Reviewed on 11 June 2026

Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay
"Great place"
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
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Our guide on where to stay in Historic Uptown

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 Gulf Beaches Historical Museum.

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.

Sand Key
If you're spending some time in Sand Key, St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and Belleair Beach are top sights worth seeing.

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.




















