This was such a great experience! We did the Murder Mystery ride and it was amazing! The…read morecharacters were engaging and involved the audience in solving the murder in a fun way. The staff was friendly and welcoming and the food was delicious! Highly recommend this experience!

Went on the Polar Express train tonight...was in a First Class car which was quite comfortable…read more(sadly the parlor car was sold out when we booked). Kristi was our attendant and she was friendly and attentive. There were some carolers going through the cars. When we arrived at the North Pole, there were several tents sent up. We went to the food tent and had a delicious chargrilled chicken pita and fries, although they also offered a delicious smelling London broil sandwich, Nathan's hot dogs, and some other choices. Staff was friendly. We were entertained by four MSA ( Manatee School of the Arts),singing Christmas songs and leading games...but this awesome trip was literally dampened by a large and long thunder storm with torrential rains and flooding. The storm led to the stoppage of campfires, the bouncy house and a bunch of activities we didn't see because we were in the tent the entire time. The rain got so bad the singers literally stopped/ left... Nevertheless, everyone was friendly, the area was beautifully decorated, and most were dressed up in holiday fun wear. Entire trip was supposed to be 3.5 hours, with about 2 hours at the "North Pole" ( the museum and grounds), but the train returned early to take us back. Definitely returning.

OMG. This was amazing. I was a little apprehensive when I showed up with a 3 year old after reading…read moresome of the reviews. My little one loved it more than the aquarium. There are some areas that are hot and stuffy but there are also designated air conditioned rooms. His favorite part was going up up and up! I won't lie, I was getting nauseous looking down but outside was nice with the winds. I def recommend checking it out.

The ship is still listed as active so it could be called into service. This is a very good museum…read more It has a guided tour or you could go of by yourself. Wear some shorts, comfortable shoes, and cool tee shirts. Watch your step if you never been on a ship that isn't a cruise ship these decks are sloped. They also are uneven. Be prepared for tight spaces and a million stairs. Don't forget to ring the bell on the forward deck. It's under the forward gun on the main deck. It's a really nice museum a gift shop is there. I went on a Tuesday and it wasn't crowded at all. Lots of seating everywhere. On the main deck there are several benches all down the deck.

Amazing, quirky, fun museum. We loved it. Great value at $20 per person…read more Two floors of exhibits covering circuses & carnivals from the 19th Century through the 1970s. Got everything! Items, memorabilia, photos, HO & O scale models of carnivals & circus trains, and Ferris wheel. A circus & carnival history film running in a small theatre on the second floor. Some circus vehicles on exhibit outside. Should one seek to research carnivals, circuses, and other outdoor shows, there is a library & research area on the second floor. The lady at the gift was quite helpful & gracious. As we left, she offered us freshly popped popcorn. Excellent! Parking tip: it's easier to enter the parking lot from the Palmer Ave. side street than directly from Riverview.

This place is amazing! And everyone was nice and friendly. The lady at the counter was so nice and…read moreeven gave me popcorn at the end of my museum visit. While there I got to see so many vintage attractions, memorabilia, and learn more about the Carnival history. This had been on my list of spots to visit and finally was able to cross it off my list! Yes, the admission is $20, but it's worth it for everything I learned and saw. They also have a shop where you can buy Carnival themed products. I ended up getting a cute carousel ornament. And while there, check out the disc golf course next door! There are even more vintage rides in the course.

I like coming here for Christmas. felt like this place has a lot to offer and a lot to give, sad…read moreto see only open one day a week. We had an excellent tour guide. The fact this experience was free. Makes me believe they're still hope for the society we live in. love the people here love the environment.

Went here with my Dino-loving grandson for his birthday and had a blast! The area is small, but…read morewith a devoted and informed staff that put together a truly special "fossil dig" experience for him! The place feels like "Old Florida" as the two buildings are nestled under oak trees and have meticulously catalogued finds labeled in protective cases. The adventure isn't a long one, but getting to see the fossils and walk the trails is a wonderful use of a Saturday morning!

We had an excellent visit at this museum in St. Petersburg. We love the history of St. Petersburg…read more(The Vinoy and the Historic Buildings of the 1920's Florida Boom) so this was a perfect genre for us. We also like baseball memorabilia, so the 5036 Guinness Book record setting autographed baseball collection (private) was incredible. We also like aviation and couldn't believe that St. Petersburg was the birthplace of commercial airlines with Benoist's flying boats. Just a really cool place to visit and it is located on the St. Petersburg pier at the beginning.

Stopped in for The Florida Highwayman pieces. I'm blown away. These unknown Black artists are…read moremasters at their craft. Classic Americana. The St Petersburg Museum is quaint overall. Great for its price point. Loved learning more about the area. I'd love to see an exhibit on Paradise Park.

I didn't get the best photos and videos- I always forget I can review locations, events and…read moreactivities not only restaurants- Overall this place was amazing- beautiful history and art work what else do you want! Highly recommend

What a well done museum! The art, the layout, the staff all amazing. Loved how much history is…read moreinvolved and the variety of art for western art is fascinating. This is also a museum included in the "museums for all" program, so it was free of charge.

The Holocaust Museum of Florida is a very nice historic and educational museum in Downtown St Pete…read more The museum is $25 for adults and $18 for kids ages 7-12. (6 or under is free) The museum has a lot of history of the Holocaust and the survivors and what it was like etc.

Went today for the first time, at their re-opening, as a new member…read more I must preface this review with the fact that I'm a "2G", or Second Generation, the daughter of a ( now deceased) Holocaust survivor...so I've been to my share of museums and am extra sensitive as well as more knowledgeable than the lay person. That said, I was extremely impressed on so many levels: *police presence/ security: unfortunately the reality, even before October 7. Thank you St. Petersburg PD and security *this said, there is a strict bag policy, only clear bags. There is limited locker availability, so leave the big purse, etc at home *just the right size. It took us maybe 90 minutes ( or less) to cover the entire museum. Not too much to get bored and: or miss exhibits *excellent flow/time line; of course I'd only expect historic accuracy, but the coverage of certain areas oftentimes minimized of ignored was very much noticed: DP ( displaced persons) camps ; Shanghai Jews; difficulty returning "home" post war ( the Kielce pogrom-- my father's z"l hometown) *local survivor artifacts: letters: photos: commentary, etc, really personalizes this subject and is likely to reach more visitors An actual boxcar snd tracks, the real boat---go visit for more details-- the best way to learn *thank you for having a Dimensions in Testimony exhibit, created by the USC Shoah Foundation. This amazing technology allows interaction ( direct questioning) with a survivor who appears to be answering your questions. A MUST *great exhibit on loan from the Skirball Museum ( LA), my old home, and very relatable to museum goers on so many levels *another exhibit ( shirt but succinct) on Elie Wiesel. If you don't know who he is, you definitely MUST visit this museum *a nice gift shop full of Judaica ( mezuzahs, menorahs , kiddish cups, bracelets, lots of books, t -shirts, and other novelties. THE HOLOCAUST WAS REAL, EDUCATE YOURSELF. #neversgai

First time at the Museum of the American Arts and Crafts Movement. Beautiful building. Beautiful…read moreexhibits. First an explanation the Arts and Crafts Movement was a movement that started in the UK, then spread to the U.S. and elsewhere. 1870-1920 more or less. Architects, furniture designers, potters, tile makers. Think Frank Lloyd Wright and Louis Tiffany. The displays at this museum are curated intelligently. Lots of explanations and connections drawn that I would not have considered otherwise. And there was focus on the surprising number of women who were potters or designed and made lamp shades at Tiffany. Our St Pete friends said the restaurant is quite good. We didn't try it. And here's the lagniappe: our museum membership at home got us into the Arts and Crafts Museum for free.

We spent a lovely morning visiting this beautiful American Craft Museum. The architecture is…read morestunning and spacious. Each floor has a theme and unique style. There is a great gift shop and cafe on the first floor. A must visit while in St. Pete and enjoyable way to spend your day.