Haunted History Boat Tour
2025-10-30 17:30 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center Eco-Tour dock, 400 2nd Ave NE Slip Q47, St. Petersburg, FL, 33701, United States
The St. Petersburg Museum of History and the Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center invite you to join us aboard a chilling new adventure on our greatly talked about Historic Haunted Boat Tour!
Join us Thursday, October 30th, for a 2-hour twilight voyage uncovering the haunting history of St. Petersburg’s waterfront. As you glide along the bay, you’ll hear eerie tales of the city’s past, from restless spirits and mysterious shipwrecks to the legends that still linger beneath the waves.
Discover how a quiet fishing village grew into a bustling city, and the strange, sometimes spooky events that shaped its shoreline and culture along the way. It’s a perfect mix of local lore, haunted history, and moonlit waterfront views.
The tour departs from the Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center Eco-Tour dock (across from the Museum of History in the City Marina) at 5:30PM and will travel along the waterfront from Snell Isle to Coquina Key.
Tickets are $40 for Museum Members and $45 for not-yet members. Seating is limited to 40 passengers per tour.
Call the Museum’s Guest Services Desk at 727-894-1052, ex. 200 with any registration questions.

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Historic Downtown St. Pete Trolley Tour
2025-11-01 09:00 - 11:00 | St. Petersburg Museum of History, 335 2nd Ave NE, St. Petersburg, FL, 33701, United States
Join us on Saturday, November 1st for a Historic Trolley Tour of St. Petersburg with the Museum of History and Star Trolley!
From Thrill Hill and Roser Park to Coffee Pot and Mirror Lake, the Museum of History and Star Trolley take you on a historic trip through St. Pete’s past.
Reservations are required. Admission without a reservation cannot be accepted. Reservations close the day before the event or when all 28 seats are filled.
Details:

Members: $35 | Not-yet-members: $45
Please arrive 15 minutes before Trolley departure.
There are no refunds or exchanges for those arriving after the Trolley departs.
Trolley Seating is extremely limited, reserve your seats today!

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History in a Bottle- Uncorked: A Celebration of U.S. Wines!
2025-11-01 18:00 - 20:00 | St. Petersburg Museum of History, 335 2nd Ave NE, St. Petersburg, FL, 33701, United States
Join us Saturday, November 1st, for History in a Bottle -Uncorked: A Celebration of U.S. Wines!
From humble beginnings to world-class wines, does the West do it best? Guests get to indulge in a tasting of premier American wines, with perfectly paired gourmet delights!
Presented by St. Pete Distillery and Events by the Glass!, History in a Bottle is a tasting and food pairing that goes beyond the traditional, and shares unique stories of wine and its history!

Reservations are required, and seating is limited!

Individual $90 | Table $525 | Corporate Table $750

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Historic Baseball Trolley Tour
2025-11-08 09:00 - 11:00 | St. Petersburg Museum of History, 335 2nd Ave NE, St. Petersburg, FL, 33701, United States
Join us on Saturday, November 8th for a trolley tour through baseball history in St. Petersburg!
Curated by the Society for American Baseball Researchers (SABR), the tour will travel through the history of America’s pastime in St. Pete. Explore the training fields and facilities from 1914 to 1960, and learn about the teams, players, owners and unique history of the original Spring Training destination!
Reservations are required. Admission without a reservation cannot be accepted. Reservations close the day before the event or when all 28 seats are filled.
Details:

Members: $35 | Not-yet-members: $45
Please arrive 15 minutes before Trolley departure.
There are no refunds or exchanges for those arriving after the Trolley departs.
Trolley Seating is extremely limited, reserve your seats today!

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Historic Boat Tour
2025-11-08 10:00 - 12:00 | Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center Eco-Tour dock, 400 2nd Ave NE Slip Q47, St. Petersburg, FL, 33701, United States
The St. Petersburg Museum of History and Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center on the St. Pete Pier present the City’s first Historic Boat Tour!
Join us on Saturday, November 8th, for the 2-hour monthly tour that will highlight the city’s waterfront history and land alterations that have shaped St. Petersburg’s downtown shoreline and culture over time.
Discover the history of St. Petersburg from the water – the good, the bad, and the funny. Join us to find out how a cast of colorful characters turned a sleepy fishing village into a world-famous tourist destination, and learn what happened to the Tampa Bay ecosystem as a result. It’s the perfect blend of history, science, and beautiful waterfront views.
The tour will depart from the Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center Eco-Tour dock across from the Museum of History in the City Marina at 10am, and will travel along the waterfront from Snell Isle to Coquina Key.
Tickets are $40 for Museum Members and $45 for not-yet members. Seating is limited to 40 passengers per tour.
Call the Museum’s Guest Services Desk at 727-894-1052, ex. 200 with any registration questions.

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A Ghostly Haunted Trolley Tour
2025-11-12 18:30 - 20:30 | St. Petersburg Museum of History, 335 2nd Ave NE, St. Petersburg, FL, 33701, United States
Join us on Wednesday, November 12th for a ghostly haunted trolley tour of St. Petersburg!
Departing from the Museum of History, experience the creepy and dark side of the Sunshine City. Hosted by SPIRITS of St. Petersburg founder Dr. Brandy Stark, the tour takes guests through lesser-known haunts of downtown and the vastly haunted neighborhoods of Roser Park and the Old Northeast. We promise you’ll have a spooktacular time!
Reservations are required. Admission without a reservation cannot be accepted. Reservations close the day before the event or when all 28 seats are filled.
Details:

Members: $35 | Not-yet-members: $45
Please arrive 15 minutes before Trolley departure.
There are no refunds or exchanges for those arriving after the Trolley departs.
Trolley Seating is extremely limited, reserve your seats today!

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Happy Hour with the Historian - Record Man: The Story of Phil Gernhard
2025-11-13 18:00 - 20:00 | St. Petersburg Museum of History, 335 2nd Ave NE, St. Petersburg, FL, 33701, United States
Join us on Thursday, November 13th for Happy Hour with the Historian featuring Bill DeYoung, author of Record Man. Record Man is a biography of Phil Gernhard, the most successful record producer to come from Florida. From offices and studios in the Tampa Bay area, he launched the Royal Guardsmen, Dion, Lobo, Jim Stafford, and the Bellamy Brothers.
Phil Gernhard is the most famous Floridian you’ve never heard of!
Bill DeYoung is a Senior Writer and Editor for the St. Pete Catalyst. His other books include Skyway: The True Story of Tampa Bay’s Signature Bridge and the Man Who Brought It Down, and three volumes of Vintage St. Pete stories.
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Rum Runners, Spaniards & Natives Tour of West St. Pete
2025-11-15 09:00 - 11:00 | St. Petersburg Museum of History, 335 2nd Ave NE, St. Petersburg, FL, 33701, United States
Join us on Saturday, November 15th for a historic trolley tour of West St. Petersburg!
Rum Runners, Spaniards & Natives historic trolley tour travels to the Jungle Prada area, sharing stories of our first residents, the arrival of the Spanish, and the colorful characters that made St. Petersburg famous during prohibition.
Reservations are required. Admission without a reservation cannot be accepted. Reservations close the day before the event or when all 28 seats are filled.
Details:

Members: $35 | Not-yet-members: $45
Please arrive 15 minutes before Trolley departure.
There are no refunds or exchanges for those arriving after the Trolley departs.
Trolley Seating is extremely limited, reserve your seats today!

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Kevin Boehm Book Release and Signing
2025-11-20 18:00 - 20:00 | St. Petersburg Museum of History, 335 2nd Ave NE, St. Petersburg, FL, 33701, United States
Kevin Boehm, owner of Elliott Aster, the historic Vinoy’s extraordinary restaurant, introduces his highly anticipated book, The Bottomless Cup – A Memoir of Secrets, Restaurants and Forgiveness!
The Bottomless Cup is a riveting page-turner of a memoir, overflowing with stories of life, longing, and self-discovery. Boehm’s writing provides an extra helping of smiles and gasps – especially for those who have ever wondered about the craziness of restaurant life.
Copies of the book will be available at the event, or contact the museum to pre-order a copy in advance.
Seating is limited!
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Historic Civil Rights Trolley Tour
2025-11-22 09:00 - 11:00 | St. Petersburg Museum of History, 335 2nd Ave NE, St. Petersburg, FL, 33701, United States
Join us on Saturday, November 22nd for a historic 2-hour tour that explores the events and venues of the Civil Rights movement in St. Petersburg. From the South Mole Beach and Spa Pool to Lunch Counter sit-ins and an act of Civil disobedience at City Hall, the Museum of History and Star Trolley takes you on a trip through the Civil Rights history of the Sunshine City.

Members: $35 | Not-yet-members: $45
Please arrive 15 minutes before Trolley departure.
There are no refunds or exchanges for those arriving after the Trolley departs.
Trolley Seating is extremely limited, reserve your seats today!

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Historic Civil Rights Trolley Tour
2025-11-22 09:00 - 11:00 | FL
Join us Saturday, November 22nd for a historic 2-hour tour that explores the events and venues of the Civil Rights movement in St. Petersburg. From the South Mole Beach and Spa Pool to Lunch Counter sit-ins and an act of Civil disobedience at City Hall, the Museum of History and Star Trolley takes you on a trip through the Civil Rights history of the Sunshine City.
Seating is limited, so reserve your spot today!
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Historic Boat Tour
2025-11-22 10:00 - 12:00 | Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center Eco-Tour dock, 400 2nd Ave NE Slip Q47, St. Petersburg, FL, 33701, United States
The St. Petersburg Museum of History and Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center on the St. Pete Pier present the City’s first Historic Boat Tour!
Join us on Saturday, November 22nd, for the 2-hour monthly tour that will highlight the city’s waterfront history and land alterations that have shaped St. Petersburg’s downtown shoreline and culture over time.
Discover the history of St. Petersburg from the water – the good, the bad, and the funny. Join us to find out how a cast of colorful characters turned a sleepy fishing village into a world-famous tourist destination, and learn what happened to the Tampa Bay ecosystem as a result. It’s the perfect blend of history, science, and beautiful waterfront views.
The tour will depart from the Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center Eco-Tour dock across from the Museum of History in the City Marina at 10am, and will travel along the waterfront from Snell Isle to Coquina Key.
Tickets are $40 for Museum Members and $45 for not-yet members. Seating is limited to 40 passengers per tour.
Call the Museum’s Guest Services Desk at 727-894-1052, ex. 200 with any registration questions.

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Historic Civil Rights Trolley Tour
2025-11-29 09:00 - 11:00 | St. Petersburg Museum of History, 335 2nd Ave NE, St. Petersburg, FL, 33701, United States
Join us Saturday, November 29th for a historic 2-hour tour that explores the events and venues of the Civil Rights movement in St. Petersburg. From the South Mole Beach and Spa Pool to Lunch Counter sit-ins and an act of Civil disobedience at City Hall, the Museum of History and Star Trolley takes you on a trip through the Civil Rights history of the Sunshine City.
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Our City Our, Airport - Albert Whitted Documentary Showing
2025-11-29 17:30 - 20:00 | FL
Our City, Our Airport explores the history and significance of Albert Whitted Airport from its founding in 1929 to its present role in aviation.
Produced by Andrew Lee and Laura Landry in partnership with the Friends of Albert Whitted Airport, this documentary celebrates the remarkable history of Albert Whitted Airport.
From an early hub of Goodyear blimps and the birthplace of National Airlines, to the home of Army Air Corps fighter training during WWII, this small St. Petersburg airport has played a major role in the city’s growth.
$5 admission includes Drink Ticket!
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Historic Downtown St. Pete Trolley Tour
2025-12-06 09:00 - 11:00 | St. Petersburg Museum of History, 335 2nd Ave NE, St. Petersburg, FL, 33701, United States
Join us on Saturday, December 6th for a Historic Trolley Tour of St. Petersburg with the Museum of History and Star Trolley!
From Thrill Hill and Roser Park to Coffee Pot and Mirror Lake, the Museum of History and Star Trolley take you on a historic trip through St. Pete’s past.
Reservations are required. Admission without a reservation cannot be accepted. Reservations close the day before the event or when all 28 seats are filled.
Details:

Members: $35 | Not-yet-members: $45
Please arrive 15 minutes before Trolley departure.
There are no refunds or exchanges for those arriving after the Trolley departs.
Trolley Seating is extremely limited, reserve your seats today!

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A Ghostly Haunted Trolley Tour
2025-12-10 18:30 - 20:30 | St. Petersburg Museum of History, 335 2nd Ave NE, St. Petersburg, FL, 33701, United States
Join us on Wednesday, December 10th for a ghostly haunted trolley tour of St. Petersburg!
Departing from the Museum of History, experience the creepy and dark side of the Sunshine City. Hosted by SPIRITS of St. Petersburg founder Dr. Brandy Stark, the tour takes guests through lesser-known haunts of downtown and the vastly haunted neighborhoods of Roser Park and the Old Northeast. We promise you’ll have a spooktacular time!
Reservations are required. Admission without a reservation cannot be accepted. Reservations close the day before the event or when all 28 seats are filled.
Details:

Members: $35 | Not-yet-members: $45
Please arrive 15 minutes before Trolley departure.
There are no refunds or exchanges for those arriving after the Trolley departs.
Trolley Seating is extremely limited, reserve your seats today!

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Happy Hour with the Historian - The Vinoy: 100 Years of Splendor
2025-12-11 18:00 - 20:00 | FL
The Vinoy Resort and Golf Club turns 100 this year, and the Museum will be honoring the grand hotel on December 11 with Happy Hour with the Historian featuring Niles J Laughner.
Niles is the grandson of Aymer Vinoy Laughner, builder of the Vinoy, and fills the role of family historian. He has authored The Vinoy-A Family History, a book recounting family stories of the hotel.
From artifacts to private family photos and motion picture clips, Niles will share the Laughner family’s enduring contributions to St. Petersburg, highlighting an involvement that began more than 120 years ago.
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Historic Baseball Trolley Tour
2025-12-13 09:00 - 11:00 | St. Petersburg Museum of History, 335 2nd Ave NE, St. Petersburg, FL, 33701, United States
Join us on Saturday, December 13th for a trolley tour through baseball history in St. Petersburg!
Curated by the Society for American Baseball Researchers (SABR), the tour will travel through the history of America’s pastime in St. Pete. Explore the training fields and facilities from 1914 to 1960, and learn about the teams, players, owners and unique history of the original Spring Training destination!
Reservations are required. Admission without a reservation cannot be accepted. Reservations close the day before the event or when all 28 seats are filled.
Details:

Members: $35 | Not-yet-members: $45
Please arrive 15 minutes before Trolley departure.
There are no refunds or exchanges for those arriving after the Trolley departs.
Trolley Seating is extremely limited, reserve your seats today!

Register Now

Historic Boat Tour
2025-12-13 10:00 - 12:00 | Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center Eco-Tour dock, 400 2nd Ave NE Slip Q47, St. Petersburg, FL, 33701, United States
The St. Petersburg Museum of History and Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center on the St. Pete Pier present the City’s first Historic Boat Tour!
Join us on Saturday, December 13th, for the 2-hour monthly tour that will highlight the city’s waterfront history and land alterations that have shaped St. Petersburg’s downtown shoreline and culture over time.
Discover the history of St. Petersburg from the water – the good, the bad, and the funny. Join us to find out how a cast of colorful characters turned a sleepy fishing village into a world-famous tourist destination, and learn what happened to the Tampa Bay ecosystem as a result. It’s the perfect blend of history, science, and beautiful waterfront views.
The tour will depart from the Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center Eco-Tour dock across from the Museum of History in the City Marina at 10am, and will travel along the waterfront from Snell Isle to Coquina Key.
Tickets are $40 for Museum Members and $45 for not-yet members. Seating is limited to 40 passengers per tour.
Call the Museum’s Guest Services Desk at 727-894-1052, ex. 200 with any registration questions.

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Rum Runners, Spaniards & Natives Tour of West St. Pete
2025-12-20 09:00 - 11:00 | St. Petersburg Museum of History, 335 2nd Ave NE, St. Petersburg, FL, 33701, United States
Join us on Saturday, December 20th for a historic trolley tour of West St. Petersburg!
Rum Runners, Spaniards & Natives historic trolley tour travels to the Jungle Prada area, sharing stories of our first residents, the arrival of the Spanish, and the colorful characters that made St. Petersburg famous during prohibition.
Reservations are required. Admission without a reservation cannot be accepted. Reservations close the day before the event or when all 28 seats are filled.
Details:

Members: $35 | Not-yet-members: $45
Please arrive 15 minutes before Trolley departure.
There are no refunds or exchanges for those arriving after the Trolley departs.
Trolley Seating is extremely limited, reserve your seats today!

Register Now

Historic Downtown St. Pete Trolley Tour
2025-12-27 09:00 - 11:00 | St. Petersburg Museum of History, 335 2nd Ave NE, St. Petersburg, FL, 33701, United States
Join us on Saturday, December 27th for our Historic Downtown St. Pete Trolley Tour!
From Thrill Hill and Roser Park to Coffee Pot and Mirror Lake, the Museum of History and Star Trolley take you on a historic trip through the rich heritage of the Sunshine City!
Seating is limited, so reserve your spot today!
Register Now

Historic Boat Tour
2025-12-27 10:00 - 12:00 | Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center Eco-Tour dock, 400 2nd Ave NE Slip Q47, St. Petersburg, FL, 33701, United States
The St. Petersburg Museum of History and Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center on the St. Pete Pier present the City’s first Historic Boat Tour!
Join us on Saturday, December 27th, for the 2-hour monthly tour that will highlight the city’s waterfront history and land alterations that have shaped St. Petersburg’s downtown shoreline and culture over time.
Discover the history of St. Petersburg from the water – the good, the bad, and the funny. Join us to find out how a cast of colorful characters turned a sleepy fishing village into a world-famous tourist destination, and learn what happened to the Tampa Bay ecosystem as a result. It’s the perfect blend of history, science, and beautiful waterfront views.
The tour will depart from the Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center Eco-Tour dock across from the Museum of History in the City Marina at 10am, and will travel along the waterfront from Snell Isle to Coquina Key.
Tickets are $40 for Museum Members and $45 for not-yet members. Seating is limited to 40 passengers per tour.
Call the Museum’s Guest Services Desk at 727-894-1052, ex. 200 with any registration questions.

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A Century of Baseball History Trolley Tour
2026-01-10 09:00 - 11:00 | St. Petersburg Museum of History, 335 2nd Ave NE, St. Petersburg, FL, 33701, United States
Curated by the Society for American Baseball Researchers (SABR), the tour will travel through the history of America’s pastime in St. Pete. Explore the training fields and facilities from 1914 to 1960, and learn about the teams, players, owners, and unique history of the original Spring Training destination!
Register here

Historic Boat Tour: Liquid to Land
2026-01-10 10:00 - 12:00 | FL
A 2-hour boat tour along the downtown waterfront. Find out how a cast of colorful characters turned a sleepy fishing village into a world-famous tourist destination, and learn what happened to the Tampa Bay ecosystem as a result. It’s the perfect blend of history, science, and beautiful waterfront views.
Register Now

A Ghostly Haunted Trolley Tour
2026-01-14 18:30 - 20:30 | St. Petersburg Museum of History, 335 2nd Ave NE, St. Petersburg, FL, 33701, United States
Departing from the Museum of History, experience the creepy and dark side of the Sunshine City. Hosted by SPIRITS of St. Petersburg founder Dr. Brandy Stark, the tour takes guests through lesser-known haunts of downtown and the vastly haunted neighborhoods of Roser Park and the Old Northeast. We promise you’ll have a spooktacular time!
Register Now

Historic West St. Pete Trolley Tour: Rum Runners, Spaniards & Natives Tour of West St. Pete
2026-01-17 09:00 - 11:00 | St. Petersburg Museum of History, 335 2nd Ave NE, St. Petersburg, FL, 33701, United States
Our Rum Runners, Spaniards & Natives historic trolley tour travels to the Jungle Prada area, sharing stories of our first residents, the arrival of the Spanish, and the colorful characters that made St. Petersburg famous during prohibition.
Register Now

Historic Civil Rights Trolley Tour
2026-01-24 09:00 - 11:00 | St. Petersburg Museum of History, 335 2nd Ave NE, St. Petersburg, FL, 33701, United States
Join us Saturday, January 24th for a historic 2-hour tour that explores the events and venues of the Civil Rights movement in St. Petersburg. From the South Mole Beach and Spa Pool to Lunch Counter sit-ins and an act of Civil disobedience at City Hall, the Museum of History and Star Trolley takes you on a trip through the Civil Rights history of the Sunshine City.
Seating is limited, so reserve your spot today!
Register Now

Historic Boat Tour
2026-01-24 10:00 - 12:00 | Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center Eco-Tour dock, 400 2nd Ave NE Slip Q47, St. Petersburg, FL, 33701, United States
The St. Petersburg Museum of History and Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center on the St. Pete Pier present the City’s first Historic Boat Tour!
Join us on Saturday, January 24th, for the 2-hour monthly tour that will highlight the city’s waterfront history and land alterations that have shaped St. Petersburg’s downtown shoreline and culture over time.
Discover the history of St. Petersburg from the water – the good, the bad, and the funny. Join us to find out how a cast of colorful characters turned a sleepy fishing village into a world-famous tourist destination, and learn what happened to the Tampa Bay ecosystem as a result. It’s the perfect blend of history, science, and beautiful waterfront views.
The tour will depart from the Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center Eco-Tour dock across from the Museum of History in the City Marina at 10am, and will travel along the waterfront from Snell Isle to Coquina Key.
Tickets are $40 for Museum Members and $45 for not-yet members. Seating is limited to 40 passengers per tour.
Call the Museum’s Guest Services Desk at 727-894-1052, ex. 200 with any registration questions.

Purchase Tickets Now

Our City, Our Airport - Albert Whitted Documentary
2026-01-24 18:00 - 20:30 | St. Petersburg Museum of History, 335 2nd Ave NE, St. Petersburg, FL, 33701, United States
Our City, Our Airport explores the history and significance of Albert Whitted Airport from its founding in 1929 to its present role in aviation.
Produced by Andrew Lee and Laura Landry in partnership with the Friends of Albert Whitted Airport, this documentary celebrates the remarkable history of Albert Whitted Airport.
From an early hub of Goodyear blimps and the birthplace of National Airlines, to the home of Army Air Corps fighter training during WWII, this small St. Petersburg airport has played a major role in the city’s growth.
Register Now

Historic Downtown St. Pete Trolley Tour
2026-02-07 09:00 - 11:00 | St. Petersburg Museum of History, 335 2nd Ave NE, St. Petersburg, FL, 33701, United States
Join us on Saturday, February 7th for our Historic Downtown St. Pete Trolley Tour!
From Thrill Hill and Roser Park to Coffee Pot and Mirror Lake, the Museum of History and Star Trolley take you on a historic trip through the rich heritage of the Sunshine City!
Seating is limited, so reserve your spot today!
Register Now
