Enchanting Escape at Sunken Gardens

Getting There

• Public Bus

  From St. Pete Beach, you can take the PSTA bus route 18. Catch the bus at the closest stop to your location; you can find stops along Gulf Boulevard. Board the bus heading towards St. Petersburg. You will need to transfer at the transfer center at 1st Avenue South and 1st Street South. From there, switch to bus route 4, which will take you directly to Sunken Gardens. The fare for the bus is $2.00 per ride. Make sure to check the schedules as they can vary.

• Bicycle

  If you prefer cycling, you can rent a bike from a local rental shop in St. Pete Beach. Head north along Gulf Boulevard until you reach the intersection with 22nd Avenue N. Turn left and continue on 22nd Avenue N, which will become 4th Street N. Follow 4th Street N until you reach Sunken Gardens at 1825 4th St N. The ride is approximately 5 miles and should take about 30-40 minutes. Be cautious of traffic along the way.

• Walking

  If you're feeling adventurous and up for a walk, you can walk to Sunken Gardens from St. Pete Beach. Start by heading north on Gulf Boulevard, then turn left onto 22nd Avenue N. Continue straight until you hit 4th Street N. Turn right on 4th Street N and walk north until you reach Sunken Gardens at 1825 4th St N. This walk is roughly 5 miles and will take approximately 1.5 to 2 hours, so ensure you're prepared with water and sunscreen.

• Ride Share

  For a more convenient option, consider using a ride-sharing service like Uber or Lyft. Simply open the app, set your pickup location in St. Pete Beach, and enter '1825 4th St N, St. Petersburg, FL' as your destination. The cost will vary depending on demand but expect to pay between $15 and $25 for the ride, which should take around 15-20 minutes depending on traffic.