Shoppers love the 100-plus stores and boutiques where browsing for jewelry, souvenirs, art and clothing is carefree and easy. Or relax on the deck of a local coffee shop and watch the people go by. The Europa SeaKruz, a cruise vessel that features dining, entertainment and a full casino, docks at John's Pass and is a popular getaway. Kayak tours of the intercoastal islands are also popular, and wildlife appear in abundance while you're paddling quietly through the mangroves along the shoreline. Begun as a fishing village in the early 1800s, John's Pass is still headquarters for much of the local fishing fleet.
Seafood is one of the most popular items on restaurant menus, and it's fresh off the boats daily.
The popular John's Pass Seafood Festival, held on the Boardwalk every fall, has grown into one of t he largest in Florida. The festival is a must for seafood lovers where for three days one can sample the best creations of local chefs. All along Madeira Beach's Gulf Boulevard, you'll find numerous restaurants offering a variety of cuisines including Italian, Spanish, Caribbean, Mexican and good old American home cooking. Ice cream, dessert and coffee shops will tempt you with their offerings.