Dunedin, Florida, in Pinellas county, is 4 miles S of Palm Harbor, Florida (center to center) and 19 miles W of Tampa, Florida. The city is considered part of the Tampa-Saint Petersburg-Clearwater metropolitan area. The name Dunedin comes from the Scottish Gaelic word 'Dùn Èideann,' meaning Edinburgh. Originally, Scottish families settled here in 1899. Dunedin has very strong Scottish roots and traditions that are maintained to this day. The city hosts several annual festivals like the Highland Games, and the very popular Mardi Gras celebration. It is home to several exotic beaches and some rare open waterfront communities. 

Dunedin and Nearby Attractions

• Sperry Lake.

• Dunedin Historical Museum.

• Gladys Douglas School for the Arts.

• Dunedin Fine Art Gallery Gift Shop.

• Dunedin Highland Memorial Park.

• Grant Field.

Things To Do in Dunedin

Dunedin is one of the oldest towns on the West Coast of Florida with a wooded and subtropical setting, many historic buildings like the Dunedin Chamber of Commerce and the Dunedin Historical Museum, which may be great places to start an exploration of the city. The Dunedin Marina is another beautiful location, as is the Pinellas Trail which has a picturesque, 15-foot wide, 40-mile area, ideal for walking, biking, and skating. Honeymoon Island is just off the coast of Dunedin, and the State Park offers opportunities for snorkeling, swimming, fishing and even observing wildlife in its natural habitat. Moreover, adventure lovers can take a trip to Anclote Key Preserve State Park, which provides facilities for primitive style camping, surrounded by more than 43 different types of birds. It also has a 19th century lighthouse and a 4-mile-long beachfront. Also, just off the coast of Dunedin are Caladesi and Honeymoon Island State Parks, both renowned for their unspoiled beauty.

I hope this helps you learn more about Dunedin, Florida. If you have any follow-up questions, feel free to ask me. 😊