If you'd like to get a taste of St. Petersburg student life, check out Eckerd College, located 4.7 mi (7.6 km) from central St. Petersburg. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is family-friendly and has lots of nice beaches.
You can take time to visit Boyd Hill Nature Preserve during your travels to St. Petersburg. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.