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    Pass-A-Grille Beach

    4.7 (185 reviews)
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    Mirella K.

    Never thought I'd be reviewing a beach, but here we are! Pass-a-grille beach is easily one of the best beaches I've ever been to in Florida. The sand is white, the ocean is clear, and the whole shore is super clean. I was blown away by how gorgeous and clear this beach was. It felt like I was overseas in the Dominican Republic or something! I came here with friends on a Sunday afternoon; there was a good amount of people but it wasn't overcrowded which was nice. We were able to find a spot quickly. Tip: definitelyyyyy bring some sort of umbrella or something to keep you in the shade. The sun is blazing here on a summer day, your skin will thank you! It was also a free beach and had plenty of parking on the street which was great. If I'm ever in St. Petersburg again, I will totally revisit this beach!

    Sanjay G.

    it is south of St Pete Beach. The Pass-a-Grille beach has white powdery sand that extends far into the water, which stays shallow for a long way gradually deepening. The water is clear and emerald-colored. Pass-a-Grille has a lovely laid-back beach town vibe. There are not any large resorts or hotels in this area and it has a much more laid-back feel. we spent 3-4 hours here doing nothing, just strolling, collecting shells, and talking. it has that vibe. The sand is soft and white in most places, although shells do accumulate in some spots, which can be painful on bare feet. there are fewer restaurants and things to do in this area, although there are enough options to choose from. The town has kept its small beach town feel and has avoided becoming an overdeveloped tourist trap. Almost all of the town consists of beach houses and 1950s beach bungalows. There are no high-rise hotels or condos in the town. Most of the streets are lined with palm trees, and lush landscaping is everywhere you look. 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 Restroom: No Changing Room: No Shower: No

    Danielle S.

    This beach was the answer to all of my "I hate New York winters" problems. Locate the big pink Don Cesar hotel and keep going south, and you'll find Pass-A-Grille. The community is beachy and relaxed, dotted with restaurants, gift shops, and very nice homes. Parking is mostly via meter (I spent $15.75 for 4 hours). Beach chairs with umbrellas are available - just sit down at one and the guy running things will come over to you with a credit card machine. I paid $40 for two chairs and an umbrella "all day" until 5pm. If you get to the beach early, that doesn't seem terrible. There were also plenty of people who brought their own chairs and towels too. I read, fell asleep, talked to some fellow beachgoers, swam in the ocean, and relaxed some more. I was there on a hot sunny day and was glad for the umbrella. There is a bathroom/changing room facility here (which could be cleaner), paddleboard rentals, adirondack chairs, picnic tables, and a grill serving burgers/seafood/drinks/etc. This is not a fine sand beach - shells (including broken ones) are everywhere, so wear water shoes or sturdy sandals. It's a great beach for shell collecting, swimming, and gorgeous photos.

    Wendy A.

    This gorgeous beach was so close to my cousins house! And I love that. It was my first time in definitely not the last time I will when I missing some Pete. It's so beautiful and there's has some free parking and also pay parking. With so many different restaurants around the view, and the feel of this water is simply amazing. I had a wonderful afternoon walking on the beach with my cousin, and I simply loved it.

    Rachel M.

    I can't believe it's been over 8 years since my review for Pass-A-Grille Beach. This has become our fave go to St. Pete Beach. When you go past the Don Cesar Pink Hotel, you just keep going til the end. This is Pass-A-Grille. We love sitting in the beach where you see Don Cesar in the distance. It's less crowded than sitting by the main area where the bathroom and eatery are. That eatery has picnic tables, music, and food, and the showers, and bathrooms are there. That's an easy reason it's so crowded there. I love being away from the crowd. It's nice and chill and perfect. Parking is no longer free here. You can pay through the park mobile app. The parking is until 8 pm and then it's free. I love this Pass-A-Grille Beach. We always try to find a different beach to go to but always gravitate back to this one.

    Tori P.

    Came here for Pass-A-Grille dog beach. I recommend typing the dog beach into your gps as it is in a separate area from the regular beach, about 5 minutes further down and to the left side. We came on a Tuesday, so it wasn't super busy but it was perfect for our two doggos. You have to pay for parking, but it was only about $10 for two hours. Found some great seashells all over the beach and took a handful to bring home. Great afternoon visiting St. Petersburg!

    Michelle D.

    By far one of our favorite local beaches. There's treasures galor with all of the awesome shells. Sunsets never disappoint.

    Mark M.

    This is just the most southern part of St Pete Beach. We parked across the street from the park so we good use the facilities for changing into swim suits. Lots of parking spots and you have to pay by the kiosk or app. The beach has lots of shells on it, if you're into that sort of thing, I am not, as it hurts my feet. I rather go to a beach on the east coast, or perhaps Siesta Key, with the fine white sand.

    This is what I've been trying to tell the world.... "Put life jackets on your children in the ocean or any Waterway that has waves."

    This is what I've been trying to tell the world.... "Put life jackets on your children in the ocean or any Waterway that has waves." I lost a loved one to a rip-current at pass-a-grille beach. don't swim near peers or Jetties. They can be swept out in ankle deep water. Educate them about Rip Current safety before you go to the beach.... It could save your life, their life or the lives of others! I believe it should be made into a law to be honest. Child endangerment at its finest! There's no excuse once you know, you know Better.

    Beautiful sunset!
    Rosemary N.

    My favorite beach! I love that there are no buildings in this beach. Great place for shelling, chilling, and hanging out. Paid parking. I really enjoy meeting friends at Paradise Grill for breakfast and taking a walk on the beach to get the day started. Such a beautiful beach!

    Raegan L.

    For some reason, I had had so many people recommend going to Pass-A-Grille to me, so it obviously was added to my list after awhile. And, it's in the St. Pete area so I knew it had to be fairly nice. Overall I understand why people like it. But for my personal preferences, I don't think it'd be somewhere I'd come back unless someone else I knew really wanted to go. The sand is soft but not near as soft as nearby beaches. The water is a lovely color and there were some waves but it was great to go swimming in. As the beach stretches on, you can also see a mini skyline of St. Pete beach and it's super pretty. The reason I wouldn't go back is mainly the parking. It was around $3 per hour. We were only there for a few hours, but mannn that starts to add up if you actually stay there the entire day. And I know tons of other beaches where you don't pay a thing to park. If you're vacationing there or don't have a car to park then this beach is a totally different story. But for someone like me who is more local and drives to the beach and actually cares about spending money unnecessarily, coming here just isn't a practical choice. Another thing to note is that they do have rinse stations so that you don't have to be all sandy after you leave. That's always huge.

    Night parking
    Melissa L.

    My husband wanted to do some night fishing at the beach and I was very skeptical about it because that's a dangerous time and place to go at night so I decided to go with him. As we pulled up into the parking lot at 10pm, there was a good crowd still out and about. There was a bar nearby that was also opened and I was surprised. Parking was a breeze and we parked at one of the openings. I will have to say , I felt VERY safe at that time of night. I did not ever feel threatened or scared. As my husband fished, I walked along the beach and there were still plenty of people still out on the beach and fishing as well. It was a very nice feeling and I would definitely do it again! Just gotta watch out for your legs if you're wearing shorts because I got bit but not a lot. This place was great, safe, and didn't have a lot of tourists!

    Lots of sea moss
    Lynette R.

    I must be at the wrong end because I don't like it here. Now I know why I couldn't find parking near the Don. That must be the good part. The water appears very brown and dirty. It's painful to walk from the water to my beach umbrella because of all the shells. It's like walking on rocks/glass. I will say, there are a lot of shells so you can definitely enjoy hunting for some gems. I'm used to St. Pete where it's clearer, you're swimming with fish, and the sand is white like sugar. The sand here is white but there is a ton of sea moss and shells. I'm thinking the 5 star reviews apply to the part of Pass a Grille where I should have been at. It's also a bit crowded. :( However, if you need parking, plenty of it.

    The shells I almost died for.

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    Ask the Community - Pass-A-Grille Beach

    When I was at Pass a Grille a year or two ago there was a vendor we paid to rent a set up of umbrella and chairs for the day. Is that still available there?

    Yes you can find the umbrellas and chairs to pay for beside the beach next to Paradise Grille.

    Are dogs allowed on this beach?

    No. Signs posted everywhere.

    What nice bed & breakfasts, or nice hotels are within the surrounding area recommended for a mini couples getaway?

    My wife and I stayed at Inn On The Beach in October and absolutely loved it. The rates were cheaper than most hotels and more what we were looking for. It's located right across from the beach and offers free parking, beach chairs, etc. Take a look… Read more

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    The water was warm but beautiful and the walk up the sand to the Don Cesar was heavenly.

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    4.2(85 reviews)
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    4.8(6 reviews)
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    What a beauty! Loved every moment spent on this beautiful remote and serene island!…read more Spent 4 hours here swimming, snorkeling, shelling, and lounging on the beach. So many great shells in and out of the water. Even saw dolphins! Definitely take with you whatever you brought. We brought a few empty grocery bags to take our trash with us. We packed backpack coolers, a blanket, chairs, towels, an umbrellas, lots of water, snacks, and lunch. Would definitely go back!

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    Shell Key beach - natural preserve so when you visit, please be sure to leave no trace of your visit.

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