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Merry Pier

801 Pass-A-Grille Way, Saint Pete Beach, FL
727.360.1400
4.5 of 5 stars 18 Reviews
Type: Wharfs/ Piers/ Boardwalks
Description: Historic fishing pier with bait and tackle shop, fishing charters, island excursion charters and fresh seafood for sale. Bike and rod rentals.
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Tampa, Florida
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012

fishing was fun and met local people.The pier facilities were nice and plenty of paring!

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cinti
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15 reviews 15 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012

We have done this many times, they have trips to Shell Island, Egmont Key and a tour around the bay.

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Micanopy
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8 reviews 8 reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2012
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great little place to fish, or catch a deep sea trip....sunset cruises and Shell Island trips are nice too!

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Carlsbad, CA
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77 reviews 77 reviews
Reviews in 35 cities Reviews in 35 cities
99 helpful votes 99 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2012

We expected a lot more than a small pier. It's not worth a special visit.

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Michigan
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

They had a fruit and vege stand sit up there the day we went. Nice little fishing place. There is a shell island shuttle there taking people out. The pelicans hang out there,and one didn't move while I was taking his picture. I think he thought it was his pier and we were the visitors. Little store where you can... More

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acton,ont. canada
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

Just a great place to sit a spell and watch the world go by. Lovely views. There was a small market on Saturday where you can purchase fresh fruit and veggies. We took a trip deep sea fiching. It left the pier on the" Miss Pass a Grille " and was from 8 AM until approx 1PM. Great crew and... More

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Boonton, New Jersey
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2012

Can't be the location and price. Fish free on a pier where you can catch anything from Spanish mackerel, & shark to pin fish whether a serious angler or it is just for fun. Wildlife all around, manatees & dolphin swim by or see all kinds of birds.

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Chicago, Illinois
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2012

My children and I went fishing. We were out in the Gulf of Mexico for four hours and we had a great time, even though I didn't catch any fish.

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Denver, Colorado
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 March 2012

my family and I went to Merry Pier for some fishing. My hubby caught a sheephead fish, and a puffer fish.....released of course. Fun time!!! I think they do fishing trips from the Pier

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Chicago
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39 reviews 39 reviews
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46 helpful votes 46 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 March 2012

We purchase fresh Mack Grouper and shrimp - both were fantastic!

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