When the blaring Summer heat begins to quell, rolling in Fall’s welcome cool, that’s the best time in St. Pete. Travel + Leisure listed St. Pete among their 15 best places to visit in October. Check out our Fall Festival guide for more autumnal inspiration.

From our expansive, diverse, accessible, and downright gorgeous park systems, our world-class beaches, and vibrant arts, culture, and foodie scene, St. Pete has been gradually positioning itself as a premier destination to live, work, and play: a gem on the bay.

Here’s what Travel + Leisure had to say: ” Surrounded by the Intracoastal Waterway, Tampa Bay, and the Gulf, activities on the water include stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking, boating, sunset cruises, and speedboat rides. Stroll the boardwalks at Boca Ciega Millennium Park, Sawgrass Lake Park, or Weedon Island Preserve, or enjoy the views from the new St. Pete Pier.”

“From Oct. 11-20, the arts community comes alive with the annual SHINE Mural Festival, transforming St. Pete into a curated, open-air museum with murals by international, national, and local artists. Visitors can take in the sights on a 2.5-hour, professionally guided trolley tour, or check out the Dalí Museum, which currently features Dalí Alive 360°, an immersive experience that makes for a fascinating way to enjoy the artist’s work.”

While Travel + Leisure cited many highlights of the ‘Burg: our arts scene, natural wonders, and accessible tours, what do you think Travel + Leisure missed on their list? What else makes St. Pete a memorable destination to travel or live in October?