St. Petersburg Pier 800 2nd Ave. NE St. Petersburg, Fla. (813) 821-6164 For a beautiful view of downtown St. Petersburg, take in an evening of shopping and dining at The Pier. Visitors can also rent bikes, skates or boats for unique ways to explore the city. From Interstate 275 northbound, take exit 10 and follow the signs The Pier. From I-275 southbound, take exit 11 to Beach Drive. Turn south to Second Avenue N.E. Map to The Pier Open Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.; open Sunday, noon to 6 p.m.