Top Things to Do with the Family on Your Clearwater Beach Vacation

Clearwater Marine Aquarium

The Clearwater Marine Aquarium houses Winter, the first dolphin to ever receive a full prosthetic tail. The aquarium also houses plenty of sharks, fish, stingrays, sea otters, turtles, and more. This is a great way to learn about some of the marine wildlife that inhabits Florida’s Gulf coast, and for your children to learn about the environment. Open seven days a week, so should the unforeseen rainy day occur, you can always spend it here and have a blast!



Caladesi Beach Ferry Ride to Caladesi Island

Voted one of the "Most Beautiful Beaches in the World" by the acclaimed Dr. Beach, Caladesi Island is only accessible by ferry, which means it’s about as close as it gets to enjoy the pristine natural wildlife found in so few places in Florida. Spend the day soaking up the sun on Caladesi Beach and walking along nature trails throughout the park.



Clearwater Threshers Baseball

The Spring Training home of the Philadelphia Phillies, Clearwater is also home to the club’s minor league team, the Threshers. It’s a great opportunity to catch a glimpse of baseball’s future for a really great price. Tickets range from $5 to $9 for both children and adults. Plus you get to meet plenty of the players, before and after the games which is always a hit with the kids.

Sunset Cinema at Pier 60

The famed Pier 60 is a fixture on Clearwater Beach. It also provides the perfect backdrop for some family fun and entertainment, including the free Sunset Cinema. Movies are shown Friday and Saturday nights at 9:00 pm. Admission is free. Bring your own seating. Sponsored by Clearwater area local businesses.



Sunsets at Pier 60 Daily Festivals

Along with Sunset Cinema, Pier 60 also hosts a Daily Festival, which includes live nightly entertainment, music, and more. Bring a blanket and listen to the music as you watch as the sun go down. It’s the perfect time to have a family picnic dinner. The evening breeze feels simply amazing, and you get to enjoy it with the ones you love! Plus it’s within walking distance of several Clearwater Beach Hotels and Clearwater Beach Condos.



Captain Memo’s Pirate Cruise

Who doesn’t want to play ‘pirate’ for a day? Captain Memo’s Pirate Cruise lets you do just that! Custom designed and built by the U.S. Coast Guard, it can be yours for your own ‘pirate party!’ Cruises depart every two hours and include steeply discounted prices for children. A can’t miss for the little ones! Not staying in Clearwater Beach? John’s Pass offers a similar pirate cruise that is right by many Treasure Island Florida Hotels.