St. Pete Beach is located is right on the west side of the state on the Gulf of Mexico. The public is encouraged to attend. The St. Pete Beach Public Library 365 73rd Ave. St. Pete Beach consists of several communities on a barrier island named Long Key. The area has several public beaches, accommodations from large modern resorts to quaint cottages, and a complete assortment of water sports including wave runners, scuba diving, fishing, parasailing and more.
Several piers offer dolphin-watch cruises, fishing charters and sailboat trips.
As far back as the 1830s Cuban fishermen camped on the beaches of Long Key. The peninsula is only two blocks wide and features a historical museum and 22 historic structures including the first homestead dating back to 1886. St. Pete Beach City Council consists of five elected officials. One mayor and four other elected city council members.