Best Beaches in the USA for your Vacation
These St. Pete-Clearwater beaches have been recognized as some of the top beaches in the U.S. – and even the world!
Are you looking for a beach vacation? You’ve come to the perfect place!
Time after time Clearwater Beach and St. Pete Beach have received awards and the highest ratings in the US and the world!
Once again, Clearwater Beach has been recognized as one of the Top 15 White-Sand Beaches in the World by Travel + Leisure and named the #1 Beach in the South by USA Today. It has also been Tripadvisor’s #1 Beach in the U.S. in 2019, 2018, and 2016.
In 2021, St. Pete Beach was Tripadvisor’s No. 1 Beach in the U.S. and the #5 Beach in the world. Nearby Clearwater Beach was also the No. 1 Beach in the U.S. in 2019, 2018, and 2016.
The accolades continue. Travel + Leisure listed St. Pete/Clearwater as one of its Top Five U.S. Summer Trip Ideas, describing Clearwater Beach as “one of the most desirable summer getaways.” USA Today readers ranked four area beaches—Clearwater Beach, Pass-A-Grille, Fort De Soto Park, and Caladesi Island State Park—in the Top 10 in Florida.
For more on these award-winning beaches, read on.
Clearwater Beach has received numerous awards:
- Top 15 White-Sand Beaches in the World 2024 – Travel + Leisure
- No. 1 Beach in the South 2023 – USA Today
- No. 1 Beach in the U.S. 2019 – Tripadvisor
- No. 6 Beach in the World 2019 – Tripadvisor
- No. 1 Beach in the U.S. 2018 – Tripadvisor
- No. 4 Beach in the U.S. 2017 – Tripadvisor
- No. 1 Beach in the U.S. 2016 – Tripadvisor
- No. 20 Beach in the World 2016 – Tripadvisor
- No. 2 Best Florida Beach 2015 – USA Today
- No. 8 Beach in the U.S. 2015 – Tripadvisor
- No. 21 Beach in the U.S. 2014 – Tripadvisor
- No. 18 Beach in the U.S. 2013 – Tripadvisor
- Best Beach Town in Florida 2013 – USA Today
- Best Place to Watch a Sunset 2013 – USA Today
- Best Beaches in the U.S. 2013 – Peter Greenberg
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In addition to beach accolades, Clearwater ranked #6 on Tripadvisor’s “Top Trending Destinations in the U.S.” for 2022. The stunning white sands and sparkling waters of Clearwater Beach also made Travel + Leisure’s list of “The 14 Best Beaches in Florida” in 2021. This sunny community is known for beachside fun for all ages, offering water sports, cruises, dining, and dancing hotspots. Popular spots include the Wave at Shephard’s Beach Resort, Frenchy’s Rockaway Grill, and the Palm Pavilion Beachside Grill & Bar. Visitors can also enjoy the Beach Walk and the Sunsets at Pier 60 festival, along with the Clearwater Marine Aquarium just a short drive away.
This picturesque destination offers sugar-white sands and welcoming blue waters, with options for both adventure and relaxation. St. Pete Beach caters to families, relaxation seekers, and those looking for a vibrant atmosphere, all just 20 minutes from downtown St. Pete.
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St. Pete Beach has also recieved numerous accolades:
- No. 1 Beach in the U.S. 2021 – Tripadvisor
- No. 5 Beach in the World 2021 – Tripadvisor
- No. 2 Beach in the U.S. 2020 – Tripadvisor
- No. 4 Beach in the U.S. 2019 – Tripadvisor
- No. 7 Beach in the U.S. 2018 – Tripadvisor
- No. 3 Beach in the U.S. 2017 – Tripadvisor
- No. 4 Beach in the U.S. 2016 – Tripadvisor
- No. 2 Beach in the U.S. 2015 – Tripadvisor
- No. 9 Beach in the U.S. 2014 – Tripadvisor
- One of America’s Top 10 Best Beach Towns 2013 – Parents magazine
- America’s No. 1 Beach 2012 – Tripadvisor
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