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Things to do in Clearwater: 2 local trip ideas

2 ready-made day trips in Clearwater, Florida: family and scenic. Each one strings together a handful of stops in order.

FamilyScenic
Family trip

Family Fun in Clearwater Beach

5 stops · about 7 hr 45 min of stops · ~$315 per person

Enjoy a perfect family-friendly day in Clearwater Beach starting with a hearty diner breakfast, followed by marine rescues, a scenic beachfront lunch, an afternoon park play, and a classic sunset dinner.

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    Clear Sky Cafe

    490 Mandalay Ave, Clearwater, FL 33767, USA
    Clear Sky Cafe, Clearwater

    Try their famous kid-friendly pancakes or a savory skillet breakfast just steps from the sand.

    ★ 4.6 on Google · about 1 hr · ~$50 per person · Directions
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    Clearwater Marine Aquarium

    249 Windward Passage, Clearwater, FL 33767, USA
    Clearwater Marine Aquarium, Clearwater

    Meet rescued sea turtles and dolphins at this incredible working marine animal hospital.

    ★ 4.2 on Google · about 2 hr 30 min · ~$150 per person · Directions
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    Frenchy's Rockaway Grill

    7 Rockaway St, Clearwater, FL 33767, USA
    Frenchy's Rockaway Grill, Clearwater

    Sit on the open-air beachfront deck and order their legendary fresh grouper sandwiches.

    ★ 4.5 on Google · about 1 hr 15 min · ~$65 per person · Directions
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    Sand Key Park

    1060 Gulf Blvd, Clearwater, FL 33767, USA
    Sand Key Park, Clearwater

    A quieter beach alternative featuring a great playground, picnic areas, and clean changing rooms.

    ★ 4.7 on Google · about 2 hr · ~$5 per person · Directions
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    Ryan's Island Cafe

    432 Poinsettia Ave Ste 5, Clearwater Beach, FL 33767, USA
    Ryan's Island Cafe, Clearwater

    Unwind with an easy, highly rated casual dinner featuring options that both parents and picky kids will love.

    ★ 4.9 on Google · about 1 hr · ~$45 per person · Directions
Scenic trip

Clearwater's Coastal Wonders

5 stops · about 6 hr of stops · ~$50 per person

An effortlessly beautiful, non-zigzagging journey along Clearwater's most stunning waterfronts, panoramic bridges, and scenic parks, framed by delicious coastal dining.

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    Clear Sky Cafe

    490 Mandalay Ave, Clearwater, FL 33767, USA
    Clear Sky Cafe, Clearwater

    Fuel up on famous Eggs Benedict or French toast just steps from the soft white sand.

    ★ 4.6 on Google · about 1 hr 15 min · ~$20 per person · Directions
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    Pelican Walk Plaza Clearwater Beach Florida

    483 Mandalay Ave, Clearwater, FL 33767, USA
    Pelican Walk Plaza Clearwater Beach Florida, Clearwater

    Stroll down this beautifully landscaped, winding promenade for pristine beach photography.

    ★ 4.5 on Google · about 1 hr · Free · Directions
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    Sand Key Park

    1060 Gulf Blvd, Clearwater, FL 33767, USA
    Sand Key Park, Clearwater

    Drive south over the bridge for excellent bird watching, a rocky jetty, and sweeping ocean vistas.

    ★ 4.7 on Google · about 1 hr 30 min · ~$5 per person · Directions
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    Marina Cantina

    25 Causeway Blvd #101, Clearwater Beach, FL 33767, USA
    Marina Cantina, Clearwater

    Head back north slightly to the marina for elevated Mexican fusion and great harbor views.

    ★ 4.3 on Google · about 1 hr 15 min · ~$25 per person · Directions
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    Florida 60 & Courtney Campbell Causeway

    FL-60 & Courtney Campbell Cswy, Clearwater, FL 33759, USA

    Drive east across this ultra-scenic causeway; pull over at the sunset viewing areas for photos.

    about 1 hr · Free · Directions

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