Get Up Close with Nautical History at the Tall Ships St. Pete Festival

Are you a lover of all things nautical? 

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Do you enjoy the majesty and grandeur of tall ships? 

If so, then the Tall Ships St. Pete festival in downtown St. Petersburg, Florida, is the perfect event for you! This exciting festival is held annually in different port cities and features some of the most impressive tall ships from around the world. 

Pride of Baltimore Tall Ship
Pride of Baltimore. Image provided by Tall Ships St. Pete.

What is Tall Ships St. Pete?

Tall Ships St. Pete celebrates the beauty and history of these vessels. Once used for transportation, exploration, and trade, the ships are now often used for educational purposes, as well as for tourism and recreation.

The festival brings together some of the most impressive vessels from around the world. Providing an opportunity for visitors to experience the beauty and grandeur of these vessels up close and personal. Additionally, the festival offers a wide range of other activities and events, including live music, food and drink vendors, educational exhibits, and much more.

St. Pete is the kickoff location for the annual event. You can visit the ships in St Pete from March 30-April 2. Then the ships will head to Galveston, TX (April 13-16) and Pensacola, FL (April 27-30). You can find more information regarding those locations by visiting the Tall Ships America Facebook page

What can you expect to see and do at Tall Ships St. Pete?

There is a wide range of activities and events to enjoy at Tall Ships St. Pete. Some of the most popular include:

  • Tall Ship Tours: Attending the festival gives you the opportunity to tour these impressive tall ships from around the world. 
  • Educational Exhibits: The festival also features a number of educational exhibits and activities, including displays on the history of tall ships, maritime art and culture, and much more.
  • Kid’s Activities
  • Live Music
  • Food and Drink