The Cross-Bay Ferry is set to make its official return on October 15th, and you can secure your tickets via its website. This mode of transportation, linking downtown St. Pete and downtown Tampa, is ready to serve passengers once again. Tampa residents can catch the ferry right outside the Tampa Convention Center at 333 S Franklin Street. Passengers will be dropped off at Port St. Pete (250 8th Ave SE). The ferry service will operate through June 2024.
Notably, the drop-off spot in St. Pete will be different from what Tampa residents might be accustomed to. Upon disembarking the ferry, you’ll find an abundance of e-bikes and scooters available for rent. To access these options, be sure to download the Lime and Veo apps if you haven’t done so already. Additionally, you’ll be just a short stroll away from local culinary hotspots like The Hangar Restaurant and The Tavern at Bayboro, known for serving one of the best grouper sandwiches in Tampa.