Guidebook for Tampa
Sightseeing
One of the most unique and historic neighborhoods in the world. First place in the country to allow interracial marriage due to incredible migration of multi-national peoples. There is literally a plot of land that is technically owned by Cuba here! 1800s era cigar factories are now being reused and repurposed for businesses and residences. Great nightlife and tons of coffee spots and shops by day.
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Ybor City
One of the most unique and historic neighborhoods in the world. First place in the country to allow interracial marriage due to incredible migration of multi-national peoples. There is literally a plot of land that is technically owned by Cuba here! 1800s era cigar factories are now being reused and repurposed for businesses and residences. Great nightlife and tons of coffee spots and shops by day.
Arts & Culture
Tampa Museum of Art
120 W Gasparilla PlazaTempus Projects
1624 East 7th AvenueLocal art gallery with incredible shows.
Shopping
Vintage and made to look vintage shop. Odds and ends and bobbles galore!
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La France
1612 E 7th AveVintage and made to look vintage shop. Odds and ends and bobbles galore!
Essentials
Rollin' Oats Market & Cafe
1021 N Macdill AveLocally owned health food store.
Entertainment & Activities
Historic theater with same architect as the Fox Theatre in Atlanta, GA. Indie and classic films, festivals and live music.
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I-Theatre ye-Tampa
711 N Franklin StHistoric theater with same architect as the Fox Theatre in Atlanta, GA. Indie and classic films, festivals and live music.
This park boasts an incredible view of the river, and the gorgeous University of Tampa. Ice skating rink in the winter, Gasparilla Music Fest in the Spring, festivals and art fairs through the summer and fall.
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Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park
600 N Ashley DrThis park boasts an incredible view of the river, and the gorgeous University of Tampa. Ice skating rink in the winter, Gasparilla Music Fest in the Spring, festivals and art fairs through the summer and fall.
Drinks & Nightlife
Ella’s Americana Folk Art Cafe
5119 N Nebraska AveSouthern style food great, live music.
This is a little further from our hood but a total locals haunt. Great natural wine and GF fried things! Locally owned, occasional live music, very hip spot.
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Mermaid Tavern
6719 N Nebraska AveThis is a little further from our hood but a total locals haunt. Great natural wine and GF fried things! Locally owned, occasional live music, very hip spot.
Hidden Springs Ale Works
1631 N Franklin St