Activities Near
Indian Shores Beach
A stay in Indian Shores, Florida, provides plenty of opportunities to enhance your holiday, whether you travel with family or enjoy some adventure. From sailing on a pirate ship and going on a deep-sea fishing trip to riding a jet ski, there is a variety of activities for all interests and ages. When it is time to unwind, you can find local islands, play a round of golf, stroll the white sand beach, or visit local stores and parks. With so many experiences to enjoy, Indian Shores makes a holiday accessible to both adventure and relaxation.
Watersports
Shopping
Local Parks
Golf
Watersports
Enjoy on-the-water activities such as fishing trips, dolphin watching, eco tours, snorkeling, and shell tours.
Departs from John’s Pass in Madeira Beach.
727-513-5756
See dolphins play by our single hull boat as we cut to Egmont Key State Park. The island has ties to pirates, Indian warriors, and soldiers. Visit the 150 year old lighthouse, and explore the remnants of a fort built during the Spanish-American War. Egmont Key is a great place for new snorkelers. The waters are typically calm and mostly clear, and there is a lot to see.
Eagle Parasailing is a fun way to take in Florida’s beautiful coast from above. Enjoy breathtaking views and an unforgettable adventure as you glide over the water just off the lake.
110 John’s Pass Boardwalk, Madeira Beach, FL 33708
Have an exciting airboat adventure near Tampa Bay with Captain Kevin, a USCG licensed captain who has more than 25 years of experience. Get the thrill of seeing the waterways, with memories that will last a lifetime.
Serving the beaches.
Prepare for your next trip with guided group water tours of up to 16 people. We also have a wide range of rentals available, such as boats, jet skis, scooters, Scoot Coupes, and bicycles for you to explore at your leisure.
Departs from Indian Shores. Across the street from the Sand Castle beach condo buildings.
Shopping
Discover a friendly local arts center with a one-of-a- kind gift shop and classes for all levels. Sign up for a one-time “Art on the Rocks” session or take a “Make It and Take It” class—register online today.
1515 Bay Palm Avenue, Indian Rocks Beach
Boutique of local art, regionally inspired décor, jewelry, gifts, beads, and resort wear. Enroll in online jewelry-making classes.
1519 Gulf Blvd., Indian Rocks Beach
Beach and surf wear. Skateboards, skimboards, and ukuleles. Paddleboard and bicycle rentals
309 Gulf Blvd., Indian Rocks Beach
Beach and board wear. Jewelry and accessories. Kayaks, bikes, paddles, skeezees, scoots, and water boards.
1313 Gulf Blvd., Indian Rocks Beach
A Florida lifestyle store. Resort apparel, coastal décor, art gallery, and gifts.
12999 Park Blvd., Seminole
Parks & Recreation
They are all natural beach areas. You’ll lose yourself in the abundance of natural scenery stretching as far as the eye can see. The fort the park was named for was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1977. The park has nature trails, picnic areas, and picnic shelters available to reserve for events.
3500 Pinellas Bayway S., Tierra Verde
The natural pine and palmetto landscape hosts some of the oldest and most significant buildings in Pinellas County. Visit 33 historic attractions, including a variety of historic homes, a general store, a railroad depot, two schools, a church, and more! Free admission. Donations welcome. Next to Florida Botanical Gardens.
11909 125th Street N., Largo
Take a half-mile walk along the boardwalk through the mangrove wetlands and get a picturesque view of the Intracoastal Waterway from an observation deck.
Located on the east side of Gulf Blvd. between 9th and 10th Avenues.
Its rolling grounds, fountains, and playground make this park one of the best parks in the county. Rainbow Rotary Playground is one of a few Bay Area playgrounds that is fully accessible to disabled users. Free train rides around the park are offered the first full weekend of every month. The train is available for birthday parties.
101 Central Park Dr., Largo.
An attractive park situated on the Intracoastal Waterway. It features nature trails, picnicking facilities and shelters, a playground, toilets, and a boardwalk to a spectacular view of the Intracoastal. Feed the turtles near the turtle pond. Programs for nature walks, environmental education, and many eco-courses are available all year.
11901 146th St. N., Largo.
Golf Courses
The Largo Municipal Golf Course is a 3,300-yard, executive golf course. It is a USGA standard 18-hole green course with a range suitable for golfers at all levels.
1200 Vonn Road, Largo.
The closest golf course to Indian Rocks Beach is in East Bay and is among the area’s most sought-after. The course’s 18-hole, par-71 championship layout is unique in that water comes into play on 14 holes.
702 Country Club Dr., Largo
EastBayGolfClub.com
Down the road from East Bay, also located in Largo, you will find their sister course, Pinecrest Golf Club. The par-three course is ideal for beginners or those who want a brief introduction to Florida golf.
1200 8th Avenue SW, Largo
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