The picturesque city of Clearwater has an abundance of great sights and attractions, which should not be missed. The beautiful main beach is perfect for relaxing in the sun or the sunset festival on Pier 60 is a great way to enjoy the early evening. For an exciting and possibly scary experience the ghost tour of St Petersburg is great fun.

Caladesi Island State Park
Caladesi Island is beautiful, tranquil and has soft white sand beaches, plus great fishing and hiking opportunities. Recently crowned as the home of the country’s number one beach, there are picnic facilities, cafés and a marina. Private ferries leave throughout the day and return to the mainland until 18.00. Phone: +1 727 469 5918

Clearwater Beach
The stunning long beach of Clearwater is perfect for sunbathing, swimming or enjoying some beachside activities. The palm tree-lined footpath along the beachfront is perfect for rollerblading or an afternoon stroll. There are cafés, restaurants and bars to dine in whilst enjoying the sea breeze.

Ghost Tour of St Petersburg
Just a short drive from downtown Clearwater in neighbouring St Petersburg there are exciting nightly tours that claim to visit the most haunted buildings in the city. There is also a haunted pub-crawl which stops off at a few historic pubs with an interesting past. Phone: +1 727 894 4678; www.ghosttour.net/stpetersburg.html

Moccasin Lake Nature Park
The Moccasin Lake Nature Park is where you can enjoy untouched natural surroundings with an array of wildlife and fauna. The park has guided tours that walk you through the beautiful grounds, providing interesting animal facts along the way. Phone: +1 727 462 6024; www.clearwater-fl.com/gov/depts/parksrec/facilities/mlnp.asp

Sunsets at Pier 60
This nightly festival (weather permitting) has an enjoyable family carnival atmosphere with hundreds of street performers, live musicians and vendors selling local handicrafts. The spectacular red-coloured sunsets make for a beautiful backdrop. Situated on Pier 60 in the middle of town, the festival should not be missed. Phone: +1 727 434 6060; www.sunsetsatpier60.com/index.htm