St. Petersburg Municipal Marina sits at the heart of downtown St. Petersburg’s waterfront, just steps from our new West Florida office and the revitalized St. Pete Pier. Surrounded by the city’s best restaurants, museums, and nightlife, you’re guaranteed to have a good meal and something to do within a short walk. It’s one of the most conveniently located marinas on Florida’s Gulf Coast, offering boaters the rare combination of urban access and protected docking right on the western side of Tampa Bay.
Contact Information
For inquiries about slip availability, reach out to the marina office:
📍 Address: 500 1st Ave SE, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
📞 Phone: (800) 782-8350
🌐 Website: Visit St Pete’s Municipal Marina Online
Located on Demens Landing, the St. Petersburg Municipal Marina provides direct access to Tampa Bay with easy cruising to destinations like Egmont Key, the Skyway Bridge, and the Gulf of Mexico beyond.
GPS Coordinates:
📍 N 27º 46’ 12.36” W 82º 37′ 47.38”
Brief History
The St. Petersburg Municipal Marina has long been a cornerstone of the city’s waterfront identity. Built as part of St. Pete’s early 20th-century waterfront development, the marina and surrounding parkland have served as a hub for sailors, fishermen, and cruisers for generations. Its proximity to Demens Landing, named for Peter Demens, founder of St. Petersburg, reflects the city’s historic connection between maritime activity and community growth.
Marina Features
The marina is one of the largest city-owned facilities on the Gulf Coast, offering both long-term and transient options for vessels of nearly every size.
- 640 permanent wet slips
- 500 ft. transient dock with 10 ft. minimum depth
- ValvTect marine-grade diesel
- 90-octane ethanol-free gasoline
- Public boat launch
- Electric and water hookups
- Shower and laundry facilities
- Bait and tackle shop (including live shrimp)
- Discounts for SeaTow, TowBoatUS, and military members
- Snacks and sundries
Community & Atmosphere
The St. Pete Municipal Marina is as social as it is scenic. Dock life here offers a front-row seat to the energy of downtown St. Pete – you’re a short walk from the St. Pete Pier, Beach Drive, and the Saturday Morning Market, as well as a thriving restaurant and arts scene. The marina community includes everything from weekend cruisers to full-time liveaboards, all drawn by the same easygoing, walkable lifestyle that defines St. Petersburg.
Boaters can often be found gathering at nearby waterfront spots like the St. Petersburg Yacht Club or strolling through Demens Landing Park, watching regattas and sunsets over the bay.
Final Thoughts – Why Here?
St. Petersburg Municipal Marina strikes the perfect balance between city convenience and coastal tranquility. For boaters in the Tampa Bay area, it’s hard to imagine a better homeport. Whether you’re stopping for the weekend or planning to stay long-term, this marina offers everything you need right at your slip and right in the heart of one of Florida’s most vibrant downtowns.