Top 10 luxury & private things to do in St Petersburg

1. Private luxury catamaran charter in St. Petersburg

Full-day private 42’ Bali catamaran with a dedicated crew — all-inclusive of fuel, drinks, snacks, and water sports equipment for your group.

2. One-hour jet ski rental in St. Petersburg

One-hour rental of a Sea-Doo GTX Pro in a designated 5-by-2-mile zone — ideal for one or two riders, with top speeds up to 55 mph.

“An incredible experience with wonderful staff and stunning waterways. They were incredibly helpful, relaxed, and maintained a high level of professionalism.”— Dallas_C

3. Guided downtown St. Petersburg tour in a street-legal golf cart

Two-hour tour of downtown St. Petersburg in a deluxe golf cart — local history, culture insights, and waterfront highlights included.

“The tour of St. Petersburg was outstanding. Trish provided valuable insights and the golf cart made for an enjoyable way to see the sights. It covered all major highlights and included tips for further exploration. I highly recommend this as a fantastic introduction to St. Pete's.”— B_L

4. Dolphin and sightseeing cruise in St. Pete Beach

Two-hour small-group cruise through Boca Ciega Bay, featuring dolphin watching and views of Gulfport, Eckerd College, Isla del Sol, and the Don CeSar.

“It was an excellent experience. I would definitely recommend it.”— Adventure52345111499

5. Sunset cruise on St. Pete Beach in a small group

Two-hour cruise through residential canals, enjoy the sunset over the Gulf and keep an eye out for dolphins, with a maximum of six guests per boat.

“Our sunset cruise was a fantastic experience. We encountered dolphins and our guide was both incredible and very knowledgeable.”— 372lindseyp

6. Sunset sailing experience aboard a working schooner

Two hours on a classic schooner — sail the Gulf or Boca Ciega Bay, complimentary water, BYOB with cooler provided.

“We enjoyed a lovely evening on calm waters with wonderful company. Our captain Mike was knowledgeable and attentive to our questions. The sunset was stunning, and I even got to ring the bell! We’re planning to come back next year, and he had an excellent playlist as well.”— Dream441818

7. 2-hour dolphin cruise and snorkeling at Shell Key

Two hours on a semi-private boat for a small group—watch dolphins and snorkel at Shell Key, with up to six passengers per boat.

“We encountered dolphins and manatees during our trip. This experience was fantastic, and our guide Troy did an excellent job.”— donnahS7348UM

8. Floating tiki bar cruise at St. Pete Pier

Two hours on a private boat or shared floating tiki bar—sightseeing around St. Pete Pier with snacks and drinks from home.

“This experience was incredibly enjoyable. We spotted more dolphins while on the tiki hut than we did during a traditional dolphin cruise. A big thanks to Captain Tevor for a wonderful time. We look forward to returning!”— Tamatha_P

9. Semi-private dolphin watching and snorkeling cruise in St Petersburg

Two to three hours on the water — snorkel and watch dolphins in a semi-private group setting with a knowledgeable captain.

“The boat ride was a delightful experience. We spotted numerous dolphins and even caught sight of a manatee. Shell Key was stunning.”— Todd_S

10. Evening yacht cruise on Tampa Bay with dining option

Two-hour yacht cruise in Tampa Bay with optional dinner and drinks, featuring views and music under the stars.

“The experience was delightful, and the staff was incredibly friendly. Stephanie truly enhanced our time there. It was a lot of fun.”— Janet_M