Clearwater travel guide
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You're Going to Love Clearwater
With a population of 107,685, Clearwater is a must-see destination in Florida, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Clearwater to see all of its attractions.
Where to Eat in Clearwater
If you’re looking for affordable options, Shephard's Ocean Flame Interactive (619 S. Gulfview Blvd.) and Cafe Ponte - Clearwater (13505 Icot Blvd. Suite 214) are great picks. For delicious green meals, The Deep End (691 S Gulfview Blvd) and Sekushi At The Plaza (100 Indian Rocks Rd N #9) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Clearwater.
When to visit Clearwater
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Clearwater in July, when the average temperature is 28 °C, and the highest can go up to 32 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 12 °C, with an average temperature of 17 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 242 mm. In contrast, November is usually the driest month of the year in Clearwater, with an average rainfall of 45 mm.
How to Get to Clearwater
Plane
When flying to Clearwater, you’ll arrive at Tampa St. Petersburg (PIE), which is located 13 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Clearwater from Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 36h 30m.
Train
Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Clearwater. The train journey from Clearwater to Orlando takes 2h 08m and costs around RM 61 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Winter Park, expect to pay about RM 61 for a 2h 45m trip.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Clearwater, including RedCoach, Greyhound and FlixBus. From Fort Myers, the bus ride to Clearwater takes 201 km and will cost you around RM 235. From Fort Lauderdale, the ticket costs about RM 235 for a journey of 418 km.
Airlines serving Clearwater
Where to stay in Clearwater
Average rates range from around RM 1,346 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to RM 1,295 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Comfort Inn and Suites St Pete - Clearwater International Airport and Clearwater Inn.
Where to stay in popular areas of Clearwater
Most booked hotels in Clearwater
Hiring a car in Clearwater
Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Budget are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in Clearwater is the Budget branch at 14700 Terminal Boulevard, which is 12 km from the city centre.
Expect to pay RM 4.85 per litre in Clearwater (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between RM 58.16 and RM 77.54. Economy (Nissan March or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Clearwater, while also 79% cheaper than other types, on average.