Out and About on Clearwater Beach
At the Sheraton Sand Key Resort, you're just a trolley-ride away from the action and adventure that surrounds Clearwater Beach - the hub of tourism and excitement on the beaches. Day or night, you'll find plenty of activities to choose from - all making lasting memories of your vacation!
Visit the nearby Clearwater Marine Aquarium, make reservations at our local golf course, learn how to sail, or enjoy a baseball game.
Clearwater Marine Aquarium (10 mins.)
Specializing in the rescue, rehabilitation and release of sick or injured marine animals, Clearwater Marine Aquarium is a leader in environmental awareness. Stop by to swim with the dolphins or explore the many exhibits of rehabilitated sea life that are to be released back into the wild.
Visit their Web site: www.seewinter.com
Clearwater Community Sailing Center (5 mins.)
Whether you're a first time sailor or a nautical expert, you will enjoy a day on the water at Clearwater Sailing Center. Located directly across from Sheraton Sand Key Resort, Clearwater Sailing Center features daily rental rates on several of its boats. Never sailed before? Why not have a lesson, with affordable lesson options it's sure to be fun for the whole family.
Visit their Web site: www.clearwatercommunitysailing.org
Sunsets at Pier 60 (10 mins.)
Only two miles from Sheraton Sand Key a nightly festival bursts to life at sunset. At the Pier 60 nightly festival you are certain to run into some interesting entertainment. Enjoy family fun with street performers and unique vendors nightly, weather permitting.
Visit their Web site: www.sunsetsatpier60.com
Sand Key Park & Preserve (10 mins.)
Located directly adjacent to Sheraton Sand Key is the beautiful Sand Key Park and Preserve. Full of beautiful sightseeing and white sand beach, this 95 acre preserve is home to several unique plants and animals indigenous to Florida's barrier islands. One walk through this park and you won't want to leave.
Visit their Web site: www.pinellascounty.org
Suncoast Seabird Sanctuary (15 mins.)
Founded in 1971 by zoologist Ralph T. Heath, the Sanctuary is world renowned for its innovative rehabilitation techniques. For over 38 years the Suncoast Seabird Sanctuary has helped injured and wild birds helping it to become the largest bird sanctuary in the United States with 8,000 injured bird admissions each year. This non-profit facility was the first to breed Eastern Brown Pelicans in captivity. Staffed by experienced professionals and volunteers, this bird sanctuary is sure to be an educational visit.
Visit their Web site: www.seabirdsanctuary.com
Marina
Memo's Pirate Cruise (10 mins.)
Captain Memo's Pirate cruise has become a Clearwater Beach icon since it's 1993 creation. This fun family cruise includes face paintings, cannon firings, kid's games and pirate stories. Take a fun filled day cruise or a romantic sunset cruise and experience the life of a pirate!
Scuba Diving (10 mins.)
Join Capt. Rod, an experienced local diver and fisherman intimately familiar with all the hot dive spots, aboard his boat "Plunger VII". He has all the latest electronics and GPS to find the sites and a 350hp turbo diesel to zip you to them. All equipment, tanks, wetsuits, oxygen and safety gear available for rental.
Dining Crusies (10 mins.)
Take a leisurely cruise along Clearwater's intercoastal waterway and out the Clearwater Inlet towards the Gulf of Mexico. Dine with all the comforts of a fine dining restaurant out at sea or enjoy a stroll on the outdoor promenade. Dance to music from a lively top 40's band or stroll the upper outside deck and view the shoreline or city lights.
Transportation
Clearwater Beach offers a variety of ways to get around, including a local trolley, shuttle, pirate ship, or speed boat.
Jolley Trolley
The Jolley Trolley is the perfect alternative for your transportation needs in the Clearwater Beach area. Our historic trolleys service Sand Key, North and South Beach and Island Estates every 30 minutes. We strive to provide mobility to residents and visitors in an efficient and friendly manner.
PSTA Bus System
The Suncoast Trolley is part of the Pinellas County PSTA bus system operating from downtown Clearwater and serving the barrier islands south to St. Pete Beach, a distance of over 25 miles. The convenience of the system allows our guests to go where they please without having to rent a vehicle.
