Johns Pass — Attraction in Madeira Beach

John’s Pass is a tourist dream with a little mix of nice stores and restaurants equally welcoming for the locals sprinkled in here and there.

This is a great central shopping & dining location in the St. Pete area. Usually there’s plenty of parking even on a busy day, and lots to walk around and check out.

I have been pleasantly surprised that not all of the shops are complete tourist traps. Some actually have some really cute and nice stuff. Of course, there are the places with all the corny shirts and souvenirs and everything because there has to be, but there’s so much more than that.

There are almost equally as many places to eat, but I’d choose that more carefully. This is the worse part of the tourism area that many of the restaurants aren’t that high quality but it’s in a busy area near the beach so people come no matter what. I’d highly recommend the Boardwalk Grill if you can get seated in a reasonable time.

At John’s Pass you can also take a lot of tours along the water, boat rides, jet skis etc or it’s fun to at least walk along the...

John's Pass, located in Madeira Beach, Florida, is a bustling waterfront area known for its historical significance and as a haven for shopping, dining, and outdoor activities. This vibrant boardwalk offers a variety of shops selling everything from local souvenirs to beachwear, making it a shopper's paradise. Food enthusiasts will enjoy the diverse range of restaurants and bars, offering fresh seafood and delightful cuisines with views of the water. For adventure seekers, John's Pass provides ample opportunities for boat rentals, fishing charters, and water sports. It's also a fantastic spot to watch dolphins play in the nearby waters. With its lively atmosphere and picturesque setting, John's Pass is a must-visit destination for tourists and locals alike, offering something...

Great place to shop it’s a bit expensive and I had been coming here for quite a while but I just received a parking ticket originally for 40 then up to 103 even though I had paid for parking. The excuse that I was given for my ticket was that I had been parked at the location before I arrived on top of the fact that I had used the “wrong” parking validator which was placed directly in front of the parking lot I was in. Their tactics a predatory and sick. My ticket was issued when I was on my way to John’s pass apparently. The receipt time I have shows me making a purchase at a store 5 minutes away when I supposedly was at John’s pass receiving the ticket. Do not come here otherwise you risk being wrongly...