Sunset Cruise From St. Pete Pier
Sail past St. Pete shores and the Sunshine Skyway at sunset
Duration
Approximately 2 Hours
Includes
Sunset cruise, 60-foot boat
Highlights
Relax on a 2-hour sunset cruise departing from St. Pete Pier aboard The Pelican. Enjoy shoreline views and pass the Sunshine Skyway bridge, with a chance to spot dolphins along the way.
- Depart from St. Pete Pier for a 2-hour sunset cruise
- Ride aboard a 60-foot boat with up to 49 passengers
- Sail past St. Pete shorelines and the Sunshine Skyway bridge
- Purchase wine, beer, champagne, and limited snacks on board
- Bring your camera for sunset views
Things to know
Ages 18+ only. Outside alcohol is not permitted on the boat. Plan to arrive 30 minutes early to park and reach gate 24.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel at least 24 hours in advance for a full refund. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows are charged the full price.
FAQs
Arrive 30 minutes early so you have time to park and make your way to gate 24.
No. Outside alcohol is not permitted on the boat.
You can purchase wine, beer, champagne, and limited snacks on board.
Meeting details
St. Pete Pier
More about the St. Pete Pier
The St. Pete Pier juts out into Tampa Bay like a modern waterfront playground, and there is no better launch point for a sunset cruise along Florida's Gulf Coast. Reimagined as a 26-acre district of restaurants, public art, and palm-lined promenades, the St. Pete Pier has become the social heart of downtown St. Petersburg. As the afternoon light softens and the bay turns gold, the pier transforms into a front-row seat for one of the most photographed sunsets in the state. Stepping aboard here means trading the bustle of the boardwalk for the gentle sway of open water, with the city skyline rising behind you and the Gulf breeze ahead.
The cruise glides out from the St. Pete Pier and traces the contours of the bay, offering perspectives of the waterfront you simply cannot get from land. You will pass sailboats returning to harbor, watch pelicans dive in the shallows, and feel the temperature drop a few welcome degrees as the boat picks up speed. The further you drift from the St. Pete Pier, the more dramatic the view back becomes, with the marina, the inverted-pyramid silhouette of the pier head, and the downtown skyline glowing in the last warm hour of the day. Many guests describe the moment the sun finally touches the horizon as the highlight, the sky bleeding from peach to deep coral while dolphins occasionally surface alongside the boat.
This experience is ideal for couples looking for a romantic evening, families seeking a relaxed way to enjoy the water, and visitors who want to understand why locals are so proud of the St. Pete Pier. Photographers will love the changing light, while anyone who prefers their sightseeing with a cool breeze and an unhurried pace will feel right at home. Whether you are celebrating something special or simply exploring the Gulf Coast for the first time, a sunset cruise from the St. Pete Pier is a memorable way to see St. Petersburg from its best angle.
