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Overview
Located in the city of Dunedin, Dunedin Beach is a very small, narrow, and rarely crowded beach that is a part of Honeymoon Island State Park and faces the Gulf of Mexico. The beach is situated in front of Hurricane Pass and is backed by Pelican Cove. Dunedin Beach has beautiful white-light grey sand and its shore is covered by lots of seashells making it an awesome destination for beachcombing.
Amenities
Although Dunedin Beach does not have lifeguards, the beach is dog-friendly and offers a few amenities including picnic tables and trails.
Activities
There are many fun activities at Dunedin Beach including swimming, fishing, hiking, beachcombing, and sunbathing.
Parking
Getting to Dunedin Beach is very easy – the beach has a paid parking lot situated at the point where Causeway Boulevard intersects Honeymoon Island Road and provides easy access to the beach.
Attractions
If you are looking for nearby attractions, there are many options within a 15-minute drive of Dunedin Beach. Oddities & Antiques is an amazing art gallery with collections of paintings, photographs, wood art, and art workshops and classes. Clearwater Marine Aquarium is home to North American river otters, green sea turtles, cownose rays, southern stingrays, nurse sharks, great white pelicans, hogfish, red drum, and Winter – a bottlenose dolphin. If you like recreational activities, Caladesi Island State Park offers a three-mile-long nature trail, boats, canoes, kayaks, birding, and wildlife viewing. Another great attraction near Dunedin Beach is Pier 60, an incredible fishing spot featuring street performers, artistic shops, and beautiful sunset views for clicking Instagram-worthy pictures.
Restaurants
If you get hungry, there are many restaurants within a seven-minute drive of Dunedin Beach. The Spanish restaurant Columbia Restaurant Sand Key offers gazpacho, paella valenciana, patatas bravas, fideua, tortilla, jamon, and churros. Gondolier Pizza is a pizza restaurant featuring homemade pizza, breadsticks, and chicken wings. Another good restaurant near Dunedin Beach is Beach Shanty Café which serves many brunch options including dim sums, waffles, hash browns, eggs, salmon, and blintzes.
Hotels
If you are looking for a hotel near Dunedin Beach, you can drive 12 minutes to many nearby hotels. The 4-Star Sandpearl Resort features a walk-in pool, poolside bar, spa, sauna, fitness center, kids’ club, two beachfront restaurants, and beachfront fire pits. If you are looking for affordable hotels near Dunedin Beach, the 3-Star Hotel Cabana Clearwater Beach has a nice pool – and Hampton Inn & Suites Clearwater Beach is a 2-Star hotel with a heated pool, rooftop bar, bistro, gym, and restaurant.
Basic Details
All Amenities at Dunedin Beach
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Top Traveler Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Surf through our FAQs to help you find your perfect beach!
Does Dunedin Beach have parking? If so, is it free or paid?
No, this Beach does not have dedicated parking but has street parking near the entrance.
Does Dunedin Beach have lifeguards?
No, this Beach does not have lifeguards monitoring the beach - please be careful when swimming on this beach.
Is Dunedin Beach a family-friendly beach?
No, this Beach is not family-friendly and does not have restrooms, lifeguards, and nearby food.
Is Dunedin Beach good for swimming?
Yes, this Beach boasts excellent swimming conditions, attracting swimmers of all skill levels with its gentle waves and clear waters.
Does Dunedin Beach have restrooms?
No, this Beach does not have restrooms on or near the beach.
Is Dunedin Beach a nude beach?
No, this Beach maintains a family-friendly atmosphere and does not allow nude bathing.
Is there food near Dunedin Beach?
No, this Beach does not have nearby restaurants but frequently has beach vendors selling food on or near the beach.
What are the activities at Dunedin Beach?
No, this Beach is not known for any activities in particular.
Does Dunedin Beach have accommodations for people with disabilities?
No, this Beach does not have accommodations for people with disabilities.
Is Dunedin Beach a dog-friendly beach?
No, this Beach is not dog-friendly.
Is Dunedin Beach good for surfing?
No, this Beach is not generally considered to be good for surfing.
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