Overview
The St. Pete Pier is a waterfront park and pier district reaching into Tampa Bay from downtown St. Petersburg, with restaurants, play areas and green space.
History
The city has had a pier at this spot for more than a century. The inverted-pyramid pier building of 1973 closed in 2013, and the new St. Pete Pier opened in 2020.
Today
The pier is a gathering place for residents and visitors, with events, fishing and dining throughout the year.
Compiled October 2026. History is summarized for general interest; check primary sources for research. This landmark is local context, not an employer or job listing.