Historic Trolley Tour of St. Petersburg

Explore St. Pete’s landmarks with historian Monica Kile. Discover hidden stories, colorful characters, and beautiful architecture on this engaging trolley tour.

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Al Lang Stadium - Discover the city’s baseball heritage, including St. Pete’s pivotal role in desegregating Spring Training.
  • South Straub Park - Take in the stunning views of St. Pete’s expansive waterfront park system, the third largest public waterfront in North America.
  • St. Pete Pier - Explore the city’s extensive history of municipal piers.
  • The James Museum of Western & Wildlife Art - Uncover the story of the James Museum and its transformation from a failed development project to a home for a world-class art collection.
  • Crislip Arcade - Stroll down Central Avenue and visit the charming Crislip Arcade, learning how it narrowly escaped demolition.
  • St. Petersburg Shuffleboard Court - Witness the World’s Largest Shuffleboard Club, a quintessential St. Pete attraction!
  • The Vinoy Resort & Golf Club, Autograph Collection - Admire the stunning Vinoy Hotel and delve into its rich history.
  • Historic Old Northeast - Wander through one of St. Pete’s most beautiful neighborhoods, designed in the early 1900s, and hear about the characters who built the early homes.
  • Snell Isle - Visit the island Perry Snell created to attract wealthy northerners to St. Pete with its exotic architecture and sculptures.
  • Sunken Gardens - See the classic roadside sign that advertised one of Florida’s major attractions and learn the unique story of the plumber who founded it.
  • Crescent Lake Park - Enjoy another picturesque St. Pete park, created during the City Beautiful movement.
  • Tropicana Field - Discover the history and future of the stadium, and the story of the historically African American neighborhood, The Gas Plant, that once occupied this site.
  • Warehouse Arts District - Learn how artists converted former warehouses into a vibrant arts district.
  • The Deuces Live, Inc. - Visit the historically African American neighborhood of the Deuces, once a bustling main street in a community divided by segregation.
  • Historic Roser Park - Marvel at the unique topography of the city’s first local historic district and learn about the neighborhood’s developer’s role in the creation of the Fig Newton.
  • The Dali Museum - Discover how St. Pete acquired the largest collection of Dali’s works in the United States.
What's Included
  • Bottled water
Additional Information

Explore St. Pete’s top landmarks and fascinating neighborhoods with renowned local historian Monica Kile. Gain a unique perspective of the city as Monica conveys her enthusiasm for historic architecture, urban planning, and cultural heritage, offering insights into the city’s development. Discover St. Pete’s vibrant personalities, stunning structures, and uncover hidden tales that are rarely shared.

Location
Kahwa Coffee
2nd Avenue South
Monica will be outside of Kahwa coffee; you can't miss her curly hair!
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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