

Here's an exclusive "insiders trip" about Clearwater's Jolley Trolley. This trolley service also goes northward and serves the towns of DunedIn, Tarpon Springs, and Palm Harbor. With the latter, you can hop on and off the trolley as you go to the beach, restaurants or other attractions. Pay for a single trip or purchase a pass good for unlimited rides for a day or longer. Much like a taxi, leave your car on the mainland and enjoy a leisurely ride to the beach. The Jolley Trolley is a private, nonprofit service that operates throughout Clearwater Beach and the downtown area. While that won't help with the traffic delays, it will eliminate the stress of searching for space. You can avoid a parking headache by taking a taxi to the beach from one of the downtown public parking lots. Parking here will help you avoid lots of traffic and parking issues directly on the beach. From here, it's only about a 1-mile ride or walk to the beach. Ride a BikeĪs you descend the Clearwater Memorial Bridge westbound, there is a public parking lot on the south side of the road, providing access to the Causeway Bike Trail. Businesses routinely tow non-customer vehicles. Don't make the mistake of parking in a hotel lot or at the marina. Limited paid street parking is available throughout the beach area including the Beach Walk Promenade and again, fills quickly due to beach, shopping and dining activities. 50 to $3.00 per ½ hour with typically a five hour limit. Meter rates vary per parking lot and can range. This one is directly on the beach and also fills up quickly. Another municipal lot (200 spaces), located north of the roundabout, is west of Mandalay Avenue with access via Rockaway Street or Bay Esplanade. There are several public parking lots, including one at Pier 60 (139 spaces), but this lot is the most accessible and fills up early.

When you and your automobile finally make it to the beach, finding a parking space can be a formidable task. The service is inexpensive and isn't susceptible to traffic delays. There are several public parking lots on the downtown side, and some are free.

This service offers a 15-minute trip from downtown Clearwater to the Clearwater Beach Marina and North Beach. Be prepared to wait.Īvoid much of the traffic by taking a ride on the Clearwater Ferry. While it is less than 2 miles from downtown Clearwater to the beach, traffic can come to a screeching halt during Spring Break, Fourth of July, Memorial Day, Labor Day or for any event scheduled on or near the beach. There is a stop light at the intersection of Island Way Boulevard and a roundabout as you reach the beach, providing access to Mandalay Avenue, Coronado Drive, and Poinsettia Avenue.
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There are only two lanes in each direction with signs directing drivers to avoid lane changes on the bridge. You can reach the bridge from State Road 60 (aka Gulf to Bay Boulevard) connecting to Court Street (westbound), which becomes Pierce Boulevard and finally leading onto the bridge. The primary beach access is via the Clearwater Memorial Bridge which links downtown Clearwater with the beach. During weekends or holidays, it can be downright challenging. Traveling to and from Clearwater Beach can be tricky on the best of days. Having access to a little inside information from a local can make your visit more enjoyable. Whether you drive here, are a Florida resident arriving by boat, or choose to fly into St Pete-Clearwater International Airport or the Tampa International Airport, Clearwater Beach has lots to offer visitors. Located on a barrier island across the Intracoastal Waterway from downtown Clearwater, with primary access via the Clearwater Memorial Causeway, the city has approximately 2.5 miles of white sand beaches and a 1,080-foot multi-purpose pier known as Pier 60. Clearwater Beach, Florida is frequently ranked one of the best beaches in the world and is a favorite vacation destination for families, couples, and solo travelers.
