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Walking Tours
Bridges, Beauties, and Busts: Walking in Snell’s Footsteps
Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 10 AM
Walk the path of Perry Snell, the complicated man who built neighborhoods, parks, and clubs that defined early St. Pete.
From the Woman’s Club to the iconic Snell Isle mansions, discover the stories of bridges built, fortunes lost, and beauty preserved. The community’s resilience endures even today, as seen in the recovery and renewal following the devastating 2024 hurricanes.
Along the way, we’ll uncover quirky tales—from a Moorish-style clubhouse to an art collection housed in a tower overlooking Tampa Bay. It’s history with flair—just the way Snell would have wanted.
PTB members are $10; Guests and non-members are $20/person.
Tour reservations are strongly recommended, space is limited.
Tour will meet in the parking lot of the St. Pete Woman's Club
40 Snell Isle Blvd NE
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Historic Mirror Lake Walking Tour
Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 10 AM
Tour St. Petersburg's newest Local Historic District, Mirror Lake!
Designated as a LHD at the end of 2024 after years of hard work by Mirror Lake residents and Preserve the 'Burg board members and volunteers, Mirror Lake and its surrounding neighborhood are a special part of the 'Burg. While it is just blocks from Central Avenue, the area has its own sense of place, with an array of historic buildings including the 1916 Carnegie Library, and the 1924 St. Petersburg Shuffleboard Club among many others. The area still retains much of its historic integrity and is a part of the Downtown National Register Historic District in addition to its new distinction as a local district.
This tour, led by PTB founding member Peter Belmont, will be a leisurely stroll around Mirror Lake, taking in the best of the past as well as discussing changes on the horizon.
$10 for PTB members and $20 for non-members.
We will begin at and include a tour of the Unitarian Universalist Church.
Attendance is limited; advance registration required.
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Historic Kenwood Walking Tour
Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 10 AM
Join Preserve the Burg and the Historic Kenwood Neighborhood Association on a tour of St. Pete's first suburb.
Attendees will be led on a pleasant stroll through the neighborhood that has one of the largest concentrations of bungalow homes in the country.
The tour will focus on the history of the neighborhood, its revitalization and current activities & events. We will end in the Grand Central District on Central Ave, a great area for lunch at one of St. Pete’s many small local businesses.
Tickets are $10 for PTB & HKNA members or $20 for any non-members.
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Historic 4th and 5th Ave. N., Downtown’s Northern Edge
Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 4:30 PM
Back by popular demand, join Preserve the 'Burg for a relaxing stroll led by PTB founding member Peter Belmont. This special walking tour will take you on a stroll along the two of the most historic Avenues in St. Pete that serve as the dividing line between the Historic Old Northeast neighborhood and the Downtown National Register Historic District.
The rich collection of historic buildings represent all eras of St. Pete, giving the neighborhood a special feel and sense of place. Meet at the entrance to the Arts Cafe at the MAACM located at 355 4th St. N., St. Petersburg, FL 33701.
PTB members - $10 per person.
Guests and non-members are $20 per person.
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Original Historic Downtown Walking Tour
Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 10 AM
Our "Original" Historic Downtown Walking Tour is a great way for visitors to get an introduction to St. Petersburg and for residents to learn a few things new about the 'Burg's past.
Experience what makes downtown special as you take a stroll though a portion of the city's central business district and the Downtown National Register Historic District.
Participants will see grand historic hotels, stately churches, and architectural treasures like the Snell Building & Arcade and the Open Air Post Office.
This tour will be led by former PTB President and Board Member Emily Elwyn.
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