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Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria
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St. Petersburg
FL, USA
St. Petersburg Fan Travel Guide
Sunny Gulf Coast Florida city on the Tampa Bay peninsula, home of Tropicana Field and a waterfront arts-and-beaches scene.
St. Petersburg Fan Travel Blueprint
FanTravel tracks 0 events and 9 fan-favorite local spots in St. Petersburg — here's how to turn them into a fan trip:
- What fans can already use: 0 city sightings already on the board and 9 fan-favorite hotels, restaurants, bars, and things to do.
- Main event anchor: Use the yearly city calendars below to choose your anchor event.
- Stay + eat core: Moxy St. Petersburg Downtown with Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria can frame your pre-event window.
- Night + recovery: Ferg's Sports Bar & Grill plus daytime attractions can round out day two.
Sample 48-Hour Fan Route
- Day 1 Arrival: Check in at Moxy St. Petersburg Downtown, settle near the event zone, and open your first local meal block.
- Day 1 Peak: Pick the strongest event from the city calendars and then push into post-event fan energy at Ferg's Sports Bar & Grill.
- Day 2 Closeout: Use daytime space for a local attraction, then finish with Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria before departure.
Celebrity Hotspots in St. Petersburg
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Restaurants
Bodega on Central
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Restaurants
Engine No. 9
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Bars
Ferg's Sports Bar & Grill
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Bars
Green Bench Brewing Co.
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Hotels
Moxy St. Petersburg Downtown
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Hotels
The Avalon Hotel
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Bars
The Burg Bar & Grill
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Hotels
The Hollander Hotel
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Venues in St. Petersburg
Where to Stay in St. Petersburg
Fan Stay
Moxy St. Petersburg Downtown
Marriott's playful Moxy brand located roughly a third of a mile from Tropicana Field.
Fan Stay
The Avalon Hotel
Boutique downtown hotel near the ballpark, sister property to the adjacent Hollander.
Fan Stay
The Hollander Hotel
Boutique hotel with a poolside bar, about a mile from Tropicana Field in walkable downtown.
Where to Eat in St. Petersburg
Fan Eats
Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria
Downtown Italian spot serving Neapolitan pizza and pasta, a short walk from Tropicana Field.
Fan Eats
Bodega on Central
Edge District favorite known for its Cuban sandwiches and a fresh juice bar, blocks from the ballpark.
Fan Eats
Engine No. 9
Longtime casual burger spot near the stadium, also a popular pre-game drink stop.
Best Bars in St. Petersburg
Ferg's Sports Bar & Grill
Sprawling two-floor sports bar across the street from Tropicana Field, the official Rays-fan gathering spot.
Green Bench Brewing Co.
Edge District brewery with a large outdoor space, a short walk from the ballpark.
The Burg Bar & Grill
Casual neighborhood bar and grill on Central Avenue known for burgers, wings and craft beer.
Frequently Asked Questions About St. Petersburg
Popular celebrity dining spots in St. Petersburg include Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria, Bodega on Central, Engine No. 9. See our full guide for more recommendations.
Visit our St. Petersburg city guide for a complete list of sports teams, venues, and upcoming events.
Top-rated fan bars in St. Petersburg include Ferg's Sports Bar & Grill, Green Bench Brewing Co., The Burg Bar & Grill.
Recommended fan stays in St. Petersburg: Moxy St. Petersburg Downtown, The Avalon Hotel, The Hollander Hotel. All within easy reach of major venues.
Use our city guide plus events calendar for St. Petersburg to plan your fan weekend route.