Scenic stop · Florida
Clearwater Beach
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Consistently ranked the #1 beach in America, and for once the rankings are right. The sand is white, the water is warm and calm enough for little kids, and the sunset drum circle at Pier 60 is a free show every evening. About ninety minutes from Orlando, forty minutes from Tampa. If your road trip can spare a beach day on the Gulf side — and it should — Clearwater is the one. The Griswold family has a rule: no Florida trip is complete without at least one real beach day.
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Common questions about Clearwater Beach
Where is Clearwater Beach?
Clearwater Beach is at South Beach Pavilion, Clearwater Beach, FL 33767, Florida.
What are the hours at Clearwater Beach?
Typical hours: Dawn–dusk. Hours can shift seasonally and on holidays — always confirm on the official site before you plan your visit.
What's Clearwater Beach like to visit on a family road trip?
Consistently ranked the #1 beach in America, and for once the rankings are right. The sand is white, the water is warm and calm enough for little kids, and the sunset drum circle at Pier 60 is a free show every evening. About ninety minutes from Orlando, forty minutes from Tampa. If your road trip can spare a beach day on the Gulf side — and it should — Clearwater is the one. The Griswold family has a rule: no Florida trip is complete without at least one real beach day.
Is Clearwater Beach family-friendly?
Yes — Clearwater Beach earns a 5/5 family-friendly rating in our database.
How long should families plan to stay at Clearwater Beach?
Most families spend an hour or two at Clearwater Beach, depending on kid stamina and weather.