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I've been to John's Pass in St. Pete many times and still love it, so much to do and see. Lots of shopping, food and drinks. Most of the restaurants are on the water so great view of the water sports and boats.
This is a cool place that we visited as the village was within walking distance of our resort. Lots of restaurants to choose from; but, none which can modify their offerings for the patrons with dietary restrictions. There is a plethora of boutiques with momentos and treasures to choose from as well as shirt, clothing, and beach-wear shops. We walked the boardwalk first and then down the main street that had all the clothing shops everywhere. None of the store associates were friendly, engaging, or offering any assistance as they remained standoffish and stayed well away from approaching customers. We were at JPV on a weekend, so it was a good atmosphere, extremely hot, and quite busy.
We love John's Pass. It's the perfect one stop shop for all things Florida! Souvenirs, beach attire, tiki bar, restaurants, boat tours, jet ski rentals & so much more! Everyone in each store is so helpful & friendly, very refreshing. There are many stores with great deals, you just have to find them! Watch for the dolphin following the boats in & out. They love getting pulled in the wake behind the boats!
John's Pass is a nice boardwalk in Madeira Beach with plenty restaurants, souvenir shops, boat tours, and jet skis. There is something for everyone. There were plenty of families there enjoying spring break. I found some great deals and gifts for family. There was ample parking, but I wish they had valet.
This was such a fun spot to walk around, I'm so glad we made it here! There are plenty of shops, restaurants, bars, and especially dessert spots here! We enjoyed a great meal and beer flight at Mad Beach Brewing Co. we walked around several shops and had a great time seeing all the beautiful views here near sunset! It wasn't too crowded on a weak day evening, and we were able to get parking quickly for $4/hour.
John's Pass is a tourist dream with a little mix of nice stores and restaurants equally welcoming for the locals sprinkled in here and there. This is a great central shopping & dining location in the St. Pete area. Usually there's plenty of parking even on a busy day, and lots to walk around and check out. I have been pleasantly surprised that not all of the shops are complete tourist traps. Some actually have some really cute and nice stuff. Of course, there are the places with all the corny shirts and souvenirs and everything because there has to be, but there's so much more than that. There are almost equally as many places to eat, but I'd choose that more carefully. This is the worse part of the tourism area that many of the restaurants aren't that high quality but it's in a busy area near the beach so people come no matter what. I'd highly recommend the Boardwalk Grill if you can get seated in a reasonable time. At John's Pass you can also take a lot of tours along the water, boat rides, jet skis etc or it's fun to at least walk along the back boardwalk.
Johns pass is a cool lil tourist spot. Even if you live here it is cool to come to once in a while. Parking is a bit difficult and expensive. Some of the places are still gone from the hurricanes and fires upstairs. They really did a great job building some of it back up. The rent here is high for the store owners so the prices are a bit high for the customers. Being on the water is great too. The pirate ship the sunset cruise. And just hanging at the sandbar is alot of fun. Check it out you wont be disappointed. Johns pass was created by an extreme hurricane a very long time ago and now it is home.
John's Pass is recovering nicely since back to back hurricanes last Fall devastated it. They were fully closed for some time. This past weekend we stopped by for the Seafood festival. They are recovering nicely. There is still a handful of stores I noticed in one area towards the boardwalk were they were closed. Hopefully that section will recover soon. It's still a great spot to walk and get that by the beach boardwalk feel, see the boats, ride a jet ski or get a tiki boat ride. I love seeing the pelicans and different seabirds there. It's a cool spot for a drink and hangout out with friends and family, catching some rays and having a nice day. You will find many shops with clothes, souvenirs, and just about anything. Make sure to stop by bc it's a cool spot with local vendors.
Shopping, drinking, and eating options a plenty here! The boardwalk has restaurants, bars, and ice cream. The street walkways have the shops.
Fact (or myth): John's Pass, which was created by a hurricane in 1848, got its name from pirate John Leveque, who discovered the pass and was the first to sail through it. it was a historic fishing village turned into a shopper's paradise. John's Pass Village and Boardwalk is a top St. Pete/Clearwater attraction with more than 100 shops, restaurants, and water-related businesses. when I was strolling out there, it has a handful of watersports companies specializing in boat rentals, parasailing excursions, deep-sea fishing charters, and more. in fact, I saw dolphins a couple of times. The Royal Conquest, a pirate ship that sails out of John's Pass, runs daily cruises designed for families. It is a great spot for family fun. It also has plenty of fun options for lunch or dinner. great ambiance, nice scenery, and great company - lovely. Chain restaurants like bubba gump shrimp, hooters are there too. I did not get a chance to spend the evening here, but I am pretty sure it would be magical. Shopping: it is lined with nearly 20+ unique specialty shops. If you're looking to take home a souvenir for a loved one - or yourself - head just a block away to this shopping area. Handmade items are quite popular here. Find fine jewelry inspired by the coast at Landing Company, or take home an authentic Cuban cigar from Cuban Paradise Cigar and Cafe Parking: Onsite parking is available. Unlike Sarasota, Bradenton beach- parking is not free here in St Petersburg, it's $3/hour. make sure when you are in the St Pete beach area, you don't do back-in parking. The back number plate should be visible to the sheriff/police. it's the law.
John's Pass is a fun tourist center. I wouldn't call it a "tourist trap" because they don't rake you over the coals on pricing. From food, to cruises, to shopping -- pricing is pretty reasonable -- and, in my experience, very reasonable for a tourist area. We took a sunset cruise (Hubbards Marina - fun and well priced) and ate dinner one day and returned another day to do a little browsing, shopping, and eating. We missed it, but apparently the pelicans put on quite a show when the fishing boats come in. You can find videos on YT. Larger selection of souvenirs - they had all the kitsch you'd expect and a lot more in the various shops. Reasonably priced, if you're in need of souvenirs. There is a shop (forgot to get the name!) that makes their own tropical wines and does free tastings (don't forget to tip, though!). If you're a oenophile, this won't be for you. But, if you like sweet, fruity wines and don't have an overly refined pallet (me), this is really fun. We ate at the Pirates Pub & Grub (separate review, but 5 stars and eight thumbs way up from our group) and Bubba Gump Shrimp (two stars for food, but 5 stars for service). There are at least a few other options. We tried the Hershey's Ice Cream place - one of us thought the ice cream "meh" and the other of us thought it the worst abomination of frozen milk and sugar ever made. And, since the one writing this is the one who absolutely hated it, I'm going to say hard pass.
If you've ever been to Cape Cod, John's pass is like a replica of a small beach town with lots of shops and eateries. You can even buy salt water taffy! Mad Beach House Brewery is here if you want a tasty beer or two, and there's a couple of restaurants that offer great seafood, even new england style lobster rolls. Definitely worth a visit. PS. More than likely you'll see dolphins swimming around, really cool spot.
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Fun. Lively, (mostly) family friendly. Saint John's Pass is a fun and safe area to explore during the day and has an active night life community as well. Come here if you want to go on a pirate cruise, rent a jet ski, or go parasailing. Also stop by for icecream, drinks, or whichever meal you want. Restaurants are corporations or mom and pop run places. I prefer mom and pop, but choose whatever tickles your fancy. Need souvenirs? John's Pass has got you covered. Looking for cigars? Check. Looking for an alligator experience? Upstairs. Want a Dick's Last Resort? Gotcha. Just a few steps off the boardwalk. Need candy or wine? Look no further than John's Pass. You can easily find anything and everything you need here. The vibe is laid back and fun. Just be careful not to overspend... very easy to do here! Enjoy. read more
This is a cool place that we visited as the village was within walking distance of our resort. Lots of restaurants to choose from; but, none which can modify their offerings for the patrons with dietary restrictions. There is a plethora of boutiques with momentos and treasures to choose from as well as shirt, clothing, and beach-wear shops. We walked the boardwalk first and then down the main street that had all the clothing shops everywhere. None of the store associates were friendly, engaging, or offering any assistance as they remained standoffish and stayed well away from approaching customers. We were at JPV on a weekend, so it was a good atmosphere, extremely hot, and quite busy. read more
We love John's Pass. It's the perfect one stop shop for all things Florida! Souvenirs, beach attire, tiki bar, restaurants, boat tours, jet ski rentals & so much more! Everyone in each store is so helpful & friendly, very refreshing. There are many stores with great deals, you just have to find them! Watch for the dolphin following the boats in & out. They love getting pulled in the wake behind the boats! read more
John's Pass is a nice boardwalk in Madeira Beach with plenty restaurants, souvenir shops, boat tours, and jet skis. There is something for everyone. There were plenty of families there enjoying spring break. I found some great deals and gifts for family. There was ample parking, but I wish they had valet. read more
This was such a fun spot to walk around, I'm so glad we made it here! There are plenty of shops, restaurants, bars, and especially dessert spots here! We enjoyed a great meal and beer flight at Mad Beach Brewing Co. we walked around several shops and had a great time seeing all the beautiful views here near sunset! It wasn't too crowded on a weak day evening, and we were able to get parking quickly for $4/hour. read more
John's Pass is a tourist dream with a little mix of nice stores and restaurants equally welcoming for the locals sprinkled in here and there. This is a great central shopping & dining location in the St. Pete area. Usually there's plenty of parking even on a busy day, and lots to walk around and check out. I have been pleasantly surprised that not all of the shops are complete tourist traps. Some actually have some really cute and nice stuff. Of course, there are the places with all the corny shirts and souvenirs and everything because there has to be, but there's so much more than that. There are almost equally as many places to eat, but I'd choose that more carefully. This is the worse part of the tourism area that many of the restaurants aren't that high quality but it's in a busy area near the beach so people come no matter what. I'd highly recommend the Boardwalk Grill if you can get seated in a reasonable time. At John's Pass you can also take a lot of tours along the water, boat rides, jet skis etc or it's fun to at least walk along the back boardwalk. read more
5 months ago
Johns pass is a cool lil tourist spot. Even if you live here it is cool to come to once in a while. Parking is a bit difficult and expensive. Some of the places are still gone from the hurricanes and fires upstairs. They really did a great job building some of it back up. The rent here is high for the store owners so the prices are a bit high for the customers. Being on the water is great too. The pirate ship the sunset cruise. And just hanging at the sandbar is alot of fun. Check it out you wont be disappointed. Johns pass was created by an extreme hurricane a very long time ago and now it is home. read more
John's Pass is recovering nicely since back to back hurricanes last Fall devastated it. They were fully closed for some time. This past weekend we stopped by for the Seafood festival. They are recovering nicely. There is still a handful of stores I noticed in one area towards the boardwalk were they were closed. Hopefully that section will recover soon. It's still a great spot to walk and get that by the beach boardwalk feel, see the boats, ride a jet ski or get a tiki boat ride. I love seeing the pelicans and different seabirds there. It's a cool spot for a drink and hangout out with friends and family, catching some rays and having a nice day. You will find many shops with clothes, souvenirs, and just about anything. Make sure to stop by bc it's a cool spot with local vendors. read more
1 year ago
Shopping, drinking, and eating options a plenty here! The boardwalk has restaurants, bars, and ice cream. The street walkways have the shops. read more
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Fact (or myth): John's Pass, which was created by a hurricane in 1848, got its name from pirate John Leveque, who discovered the pass and was the first to sail through it. it was a historic fishing village turned into a shopper's paradise. John's Pass Village and Boardwalk is a top St. Pete/Clearwater attraction with more than 100 shops, restaurants, and water-related businesses. when I was strolling out there, it has a handful of watersports companies specializing in boat rentals, parasailing excursions, deep-sea fishing charters, and more. in fact, I saw dolphins a couple of times. The Royal Conquest, a pirate ship that sails out of John's Pass, runs daily cruises designed for families. It is a great spot for family fun. It also has plenty of fun options for lunch or dinner. great ambiance, nice scenery, and great company - lovely. Chain restaurants like bubba gump shrimp, hooters are there too. I did not get a chance to spend the evening here, but I am pretty sure it would be magical. Shopping: it is lined with nearly 20+ unique specialty shops. If you're looking to take home a souvenir for a loved one - or yourself - head just a block away to this shopping area. Handmade items are quite popular here. Find fine jewelry inspired by the coast at Landing Company, or take home an authentic Cuban cigar from Cuban Paradise Cigar and Cafe Parking: Onsite parking is available. Unlike Sarasota, Bradenton beach- parking is not free here in St Petersburg, it's $3/hour. make sure when you are in the St Pete beach area, you don't do back-in parking. The back number plate should be visible to the sheriff/police. it's the law. read more
John's Pass is a fun tourist center. I wouldn't call it a "tourist trap" because they don't rake you over the coals on pricing. From food, to cruises, to shopping -- pricing is pretty reasonable -- and, in my experience, very reasonable for a tourist area. We took a sunset cruise (Hubbards Marina - fun and well priced) and ate dinner one day and returned another day to do a little browsing, shopping, and eating. We missed it, but apparently the pelicans put on quite a show when the fishing boats come in. You can find videos on YT. Larger selection of souvenirs - they had all the kitsch you'd expect and a lot more in the various shops. Reasonably priced, if you're in need of souvenirs. There is a shop (forgot to get the name!) that makes their own tropical wines and does free tastings (don't forget to tip, though!). If you're a oenophile, this won't be for you. But, if you like sweet, fruity wines and don't have an overly refined pallet (me), this is really fun. We ate at the Pirates Pub & Grub (separate review, but 5 stars and eight thumbs way up from our group) and Bubba Gump Shrimp (two stars for food, but 5 stars for service). There are at least a few other options. We tried the Hershey's Ice Cream place - one of us thought the ice cream "meh" and the other of us thought it the worst abomination of frozen milk and sugar ever made. And, since the one writing this is the one who absolutely hated it, I'm going to say hard pass. read more
If you've ever been to Cape Cod, John's pass is like a replica of a small beach town with lots of shops and eateries. You can even buy salt water taffy! Mad Beach House Brewery is here if you want a tasty beer or two, and there's a couple of restaurants that offer great seafood, even new england style lobster rolls. Definitely worth a visit. PS. More than likely you'll see dolphins swimming around, really cool spot. read more
John's Pass Village & Boardwalk is a great touristy destination and fun place for locals to visit. The history behind it is interesting- it was actually technically made from a hurricane in 1848. There's a variety of shops and restaurants and bars in the village, and the board walk is beautiful with the ocean, you can see Dolphins regularly swimming there. There are also plenty of water activities you can do there via boats like rafting, sky flying (I think it's called that?) on the ocean, renting speed boats etc. John's Pass boardwalk also has a beautiful memorial called the Hand of Fate that pays tribute to those lost at sea. Parking is not free fyi there's a charge but I recommend parking in the garage by the boardwalk. It's a fun place to visit and to walk around - you should definitely check it out when visiting the area! read more
3 years ago
I was somehow given to believe that this was a place laden top to bottom with frolic and festivity. Either I was misled or we just came at the wrong time, day, date, whatever... Very scarce parking alongside a typical touristy beach walk area. Multiple T shirt and bikini shops, dotted with the occasional bar or restaurant, and the ever present beach kitsch. We found a decent frozen custard shop and a pretty cool cigar store, but nothing here stands out of the crowd as a must see. If you're from Florida, this is literally the same street you've been on anytime you went to the beach anywhere. read more
This was a nice little tourist village to shop. Included places for ice cream, dinner, lunch, tea/coffee, bars, popcorn, cafe, VFW, jewelry, soaps, arcades,, and clothing boutiques. Tourist attractions like the pirate ship or party boats. Handicap parking is always free which I thought was a nice touch. $3 an hour to park in the area which we found was reasonable. So many friendly shop keepers that were always willing to help. read more
11 months ago
Cute area with some eclectic shops and restaurants. Recommended by a friend to visit as I was wanting fresh seafood. Weather was cold and windy, so it wasn't too busy, but finding parking was a bit challenging. read more
John's Pass is a nice place to visit for shopping, food, music, and water views from the pier, but as others have shared, we felt safer here during the day. At night, this place definitely has a different feel with some drunk, loud people and unsafe drivers. We were very cautious walking back to our condo. There are some decent shops, like The Landing, but others have a cheaper, overpriced feel to them. We dined at Caddy's and paid over $85 for three entrees and two drinks, so it's definitely more pricey to have a sit-down meal. For some funny and unique items, check out Big Dick's Salty Seaman shop. I actually found some of the cheaper items I bought here, but probably not an appropriate store to bring little ones into, as the store name suggests. read more
2 years ago
It was okay. Everything is expensive. Not really any sales. It was nice to walk around for Beachy vibes but I don't think I will return. The selection was kind of lacking. It was just clothing shops and ice cream. Everyone was nice though and it had good service. Great views and lots of seafood restaurants!! read more
This is a huge shopping area with tons of shops and restaurants. Most of the shops are for clothes, beach accessories and souvenirs. There are plenty of restaurants, especially seafood. There's a boardwalk/marina on the side where you can take a fun boat ride. The place is so clean and open. It was very crowded around midday. We walked around and checked out most of the cute shops, but afterwhile, I noticed some of the stores were selling the same stuff. There's plenty of spots for some sweets like ice cream and icies. The beach is right across the street, and I took a quick stroll in the water while my friend shopped. This is definitely an area to stop and check out if you're in the area. read more
4 years ago
We love this little piece of history in treasure island, I have been coming to Johns pass for my entire life and I love the scenery and the walk on the boardwalk with all the little shops and if you look over you can see all the boats coming through, even catch a couple dolphins swimming through It was good to back after moving away l, not much has changed except some shops in the plazas. read more
Lots of metered parking & clean restrooms. Shops filled with beach wear, bars, restaurants, popcorn, taffy, ice cream, soaps, seafood, wine .... Walking along the boardwalk we passed tiki boat rides, dolphin cruises, fishing excursions, sunset cruises, jet skiing... I was so impressed watching a pair of dolphins swim past us in unison. There were many seafood restaurants and big chains such as Hooters & Bubba Gump. read more
After lunch we decided to check-out St Johns Pass which is multiple outdoor shops. On a very hot day not great being outdoors and we discovered parking is now by license plate not by space. Shops are for the most part for the very young and inexpensive items marked up for visitors. There is at least 1 public restroom. With heat sweltering we quickly looked and left. read more
It's so odd I have never done a review before as I have been here countless times. This is a great place to walk on a boardwalk, stop in little shops, grab a drink, eat a meal, or stop for ice cream. We almost always see dolphins swimming and there is usually lots of activity on the water. You can rent kayaks or boats, or also take chartered boat trips. There is a beach area within walking distance. Parking is fairly easy with a parking lot or garage. read more
John's Pass is a large pedestrian shopping village that is worth a visit for those visiting the beaches of St. Petersburg. You will find a lot of clothing stores, souvenir shops, jewelry stores, and a lot of restaurants and bars. Expect a lot of seafood and bar food as the main food options. There is also the Alligator & Wildlife Discovery Center. It is basically a small zoo of reptiles and amphibians for kids with decent reviews. Next to the water, there is also a long boardwalk where you will find a bunch of water activities being offered. These included dolphin watch cruises, jet skis, dinner cruises, and speed boat rides. Though John's Pass is definitely a tourist trap, it is a convenient place to see and do many things in one spot. read more
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5 years ago
Great place to come check out all the shops after a beach day or on a rainy day. Most of the shops were on a covered walkway so it's perfect for keeping the sun or rain away. We went on a rainy day and we were early so many of the shops weren't open, but it looks like they have plenty of places to spend your money!! read more
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How are the mask bandits at Johns Pass? I'm visiting FL and I've loved going to Johns Pass in prior visits. I don't wear a mask and have not had any problems on Anna Maria Island so far. Is it hit or miss at Johns Pass?
While walking around, we didn't wear one. Some stores had the "mask required" sign but others didn't.
Is Johns Pass open on Christmas day?
The village itself will be open. But not all the shops.
Is it free to park on Saturdays? I read it somewhere and wondering if it was true.
Right now with the red tide it's free to park every day, but I've never heard of the free parking on Saturdays before.
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