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We loved the Pier. The atmosphere was fun and surprises around every corner.
Reviewed by: Cherie from on Apr 04 2008
The pier is a beautiful place to kickback not to mention thier is varity of poeple to party or club with. As for the prices you're paying for something that you didn't have at home in the first place it's call a trip be resonable! Have fun when you come here and stop down playing my city. Hope you enjoy
Reviewed by: NEFYWHO from on Jan 16 2008
This attraction was a complete waste of time. There are a few souvenir shops on the inside, with one or two beachwear stores and a jewelry store. There is a small aquarium on the second floor that charges an entrance fee. We did not go in because it do not look like it was anything worth spending $$ on. The highlight of this attraction was feeding the pelicans at the small little hut outside the shopping area. Cost $5 for 5 fish and kids (and pelicans) loved it! If you are still inclined to go, do not go to the paid or valet parking as there is tons of free parking within walking distance.
Reviewed by: TheFlamingo from on Nov 25 2007
The Pier has become a historic cliche of St. Pete drawing tourist to it's unique architecture and interesting aray of shops. However this experience is not a necessity. The shops are quite over-priced and most of the atmosphere is the same along the coast. Some of the highlights of the Pier are the fudge shop. Anyone who loves chocolate must try some. The car shows at random times of the year are always great especially for those who love antique cars. For tourist from the midlands the dolphin tour is amazing. I believe it is still only $10 and it is well worth it.
Reviewed by: al l from on Sep 26 2006
I second the suggestion to eat at the Columbia Restaurant...it's such a fabulous view! The 1905 Salad is unlike any other. You'll crave it long after you return home.
Reviewed by: TIves from on Apr 21 2006
Long walk on a nice day, but tourist trappish. Columbia restaurant and rooftop mexican restaurant were fine. Looks better from a distance! Free shuttles help - stick with Bay Front for more to do.
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Mar 06 2006
This place well it wasn't really all that great. It was a long walk for a couple of shops. The "Aquarium" was really really not that great. But you do get what you pay for, I only paid a $1 for two people. Not the place for a young couple looking for fun things to do.
Reviewed by: RichardM from on Jan 18 2006
We visited and might go back, but we'll definitely not eat at Captian Al's again.
Reviewed by: John from on Dec 02 2005
I loved the whole thing!Too bad we was on a mission trip and had a time limit so we could not see the whole thing!It was awsome!
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Oct 05 2005
Old and run down, paint peeling all over the place. Lots of cheap tourist shops, and very average food.
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Apr 08 2005
Museums, Aquariums, Dining and Much More
Back to Pier (The)
We loved the Pier. The atmosphere was fun and surprises around every corner.
Reviewed by: Cherie from on Apr 04 2008
The pier is a beautiful place to kickback not to mention thier is varity of poeple to party or club with. As for the prices you're paying for something that you didn't have at home in the first place it's call a trip be resonable! Have fun when you come here and stop down playing my city. Hope you enjoy
Reviewed by: NEFYWHO from on Jan 16 2008
This attraction was a complete waste of time. There are a few souvenir shops on the inside, with one or two beachwear stores and a jewelry store. There is a small aquarium on the second floor that charges an entrance fee. We did not go in because it do not look like it was anything worth spending $$ on. The highlight of this attraction was feeding the pelicans at the small little hut outside the shopping area. Cost $5 for 5 fish and kids (and pelicans) loved it! If you are still inclined to go, do not go to the paid or valet parking as there is tons of free parking within walking distance.
Reviewed by: TheFlamingo from on Nov 25 2007
The Pier has become a historic cliche of St. Pete drawing tourist to it's unique architecture and interesting aray of shops. However this experience is not a necessity. The shops are quite over-priced and most of the atmosphere is the same along the coast. Some of the highlights of the Pier are the fudge shop. Anyone who loves chocolate must try some. The car shows at random times of the year are always great especially for those who love antique cars. For tourist from the midlands the dolphin tour is amazing. I believe it is still only $10 and it is well worth it.
Reviewed by: al l from on Sep 26 2006
I second the suggestion to eat at the Columbia Restaurant...it's such a fabulous view! The 1905 Salad is unlike any other. You'll crave it long after you return home.
Reviewed by: TIves from on Apr 21 2006
Long walk on a nice day, but tourist trappish. Columbia restaurant and rooftop mexican restaurant were fine. Looks better from a distance! Free shuttles help - stick with Bay Front for more to do.
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Mar 06 2006
This place well it wasn't really all that great. It was a long walk for a couple of shops. The "Aquarium" was really really not that great. But you do get what you pay for, I only paid a $1 for two people. Not the place for a young couple looking for fun things to do.
Reviewed by: RichardM from on Jan 18 2006
We visited and might go back, but we'll definitely not eat at Captian Al's again.
Reviewed by: John from on Dec 02 2005
I loved the whole thing!Too bad we was on a mission trip and had a time limit so we could not see the whole thing!It was awsome!
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Oct 05 2005
Old and run down, paint peeling all over the place. Lots of cheap tourist shops, and very average food.
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Apr 08 2005
