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Discovering Clearwater
 Clearwater and its island beaches is one of Florida's most desired vacation spots. The place to play in Tampa Bay because of the world renown beaches, extensive recreational opportunities, including fishing, shopping, restaurants and all types of attractions. There is something here for everyone.
Clearwater Beach is the Best City Beach on the Gulf of Mexico according to Dr. Stephen Leatherman ("Dr. Beach"), a Florida International University professor who has been ranking AmericaÕs beaches for nine years. USATODAY.com readers ranked Clearwater Beach in their 2001Top 10 list of Best Beaches from Maine to Hawaii. Caladesi Island and Sand Key beaches have been named among the Best Natural Beaches in the United States. Caladesi Island State Park is currently ranked sixth, primarily for its water quality, rustic charm, clean beaches, on-site amenities and its emphasis on wildlife. Pinellas County is the only Florida destination which can say it has two of the top 10 beaches (Fort DeSoto Park is ranked seventh). Conde Nast Traveler has also recognized Clearwater Beach as the best city beach on the Gulf of Mexico. Clearwater Beach is consistently ranked "best beach" by Tampa Bay Magazine.
Clearwater Marina
Clearwater Yacht Club
Clearwater Jazz Festival
Adventure Island
Busch Gardens
Clearwater Marine Aquarium
The Dunedin Fine Art Center
David L. Mason Children's Art Museum
Florida Botanical Gardens
Heritage Village
Lowry Park Zoo
MOSI (Museum of Science and Industry)
Ybor City
Famous Shipwrecks
Pirate Cruise
Clearwater has also been awarded a Blue Wave Beach. This program is overseen but the Clear Beaches Council and given to beaches that manage and protect their natural assets. This designation assist the public in identifying the nation's cleanest and safest beaches.
Clearwater is home of the largest fishing fleet os the West Coast of Florida. The  Clearwater Marina is the recreational core and a must see for all visitors. The marina houses several different boats for all types of activities, fishing, sightseeing, sailing, speed, marina life adventures and much more.
Pier 60, Clearwater's famed 1050 ft. sightseeing and fishing pier, complete with bait house, is the focal point of the beach. Pier 60 Park, with the only covered children's playground directly on the sand, has two play areas with age appropriate equipment for preschoolers and the other for 8-12 years old. Pier 60 Park is also home to Sunsets at Pier 60, our nightly "street" festival celebrating the setting of the sun.
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