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Morean Arts Center
719 Central Avenue
(corner of Central Ave N & 8th St)

Glass Studio & Hot Shop
719 Central Avenue
(corner of 1st Ave N & 7th St)

Chihuly Collection
400 Beach Drive NE
(across from North Straub Park)

Morean Arts Center for Clay
420 22nd Street South
(located at the Train Station)

City Snapshot

Downtown St. Petersburg

The scene in vibrant downtown St. Petersburg is filled with museums, sidewalk cafes, unique shops, antiques and galleries and trolleys that connect them all. At the hub of the arts scene is the Morean Arts Center with its flagship Chihuly Collection located along the beautiful downtown waterfront. Take a stroll and encounter breathtaking public art that dots the landscape of St. Pete—or take in a tour of many private galleries that proudly call St. Petersburg home. St. Petersburg holds the number one spot on the 2010, 2011, and 2012 list of Top 25 Arts Destination for mid-sized cities (American Style Magazine).

More information can be found at VisitStPete.com and at St. Petersburg Things To Do: VisitStPeteClearwater.com

Where to Stay

Official Resort: The Renaissance Vinoy Resort and Golf Club

The Renaissance Vinoy Resort and Golf Club is the official resort for the Chihuly Collection.

501 5th Avenue NE
St. Petersburg,Florida 33701
727.894.1000
http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/tpasr-renaissance-vinoy-resort-and-golf-club/

Located diagonally across from the Chihuly Collection this waterfront hotel offers all the amenities including fine dining on location.

Featured Hotel: Loews Don CeSar Hotel

3400 Gulf Blvd.
St. Pete Beach, Florida
727.360.1881
http://www.loewshotels.com/en/specials/hotelspecials/chihuly

The Lowes Don CeSar Hotel is St. Pete Beach's only 4 Diamond, beachfront hotel offering you pure indulgence. Book the Chihuly Collection Package and enjoy a one-night stay, breakfast for two, 2 tickets to the Chihuly Collection, Chihuly: Fire coffee table book or upgrade to our VIP package which includes all of the before referenced items PLUS a private guided tour of the collection, autographed Chihuly: Black book depicting Dale Chihuly's most famous works.

Featured Hotel: Courtyard by Marriott

Historic Courtyard by Marriott
Downtown St. Petersburg, FL
727.450.6200

This Courtyard by Marriott is in an historic location and reigns as one of St Pete’s most prized renovated historical hotels. Located downtown and steps from the best in restaurants, museums, arts, theaters, and sports venues we offer complimentary shuttle, high speed internet, business center, meeting space, and hosting downtowns only indoor pool, as well as; in room refrigerator and coffee maker. Please visit our website www.marriott.com/tpasd or call 727.450.6200 to book the Chihuly St. Pete Arts Package.

Featured Hotel: Hampton Inn and Suites Downtown

Hampton Inn and Suites Downtown
80 Beach Drive N.E.
St. Petersburg, Florida 33701
727.892.9900

This classical Mediterranean Inn, in the heart of downtown, is minutes from the beaches, shopping, restaurants and entertainment. Heated pool. Free continental breakfast. Refrigerator, microwave, and high speed internet in every room. Please visit our website www.stpetehamptonsuites.com to book the Chihuly Collection package.

Featured Hotel: Peninsula Inn and Spa

Peninsula Inn and Spa
2937 Beach Boulevard
Gulfport, Florida 33701
727.346.9800
http://www.innspa.net/Chihuly.htm

Opened originally as The Bayview Hotel in approximately 1905, The Peninsula Inn and Spa is a premier Historic Inn and only a ten minute drive from downtown St. Petersburg. The Peninsula Inn offers overnight accommodations, spa services, fine AND casual dining, live music, and an upscale cocktail lounge.

Other area hotels include:

Grayl’s Hotel
727.896.1080‎
http://graylshotel.com

Pier Hotel
727.822.7500
http://thepierhotel.com

Ponce De Leon Boutique Hotel
727.550.9300
http://poncedeleonhotel.com

Where to Eat

There are several great choices for restaurants all along beach drive and downtown locations offering everything from café fare to fine dining to picnicking in one of St. Petersburg’s relaxing waterfront parks.

Official Restaurant: 400 Beach Drive Seafood and Tap House

400 Beach Drive Seafood and Tap House is the official restaurant for the Chihuly Collection
727.8962400
http://www.400beachseafood.com

Located next door to the Chihuly Collection at 400 Beach Drive offering inside and outside dining across from N Straub Park on St Petersburg’s waterfront