Start by downloading the Action Tour Guide app, which will function as your personal tour guide, audio tour, and map all in one. Your journey begins along the Tampa Riverwalk, offering scenic views of the Hillsborough River and Hotel Tampa Riverwalk. Pass Kiley Gardens, a serene urban oasis, and uncover the maritime history of Port Tampa Bay.
At The Port of Tampa, hear how it evolved into a vital shipping hub. Visit Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park, blending recreation with Tampa's history. Continue along W Cass Street into Ybor City, where you'll discover Vicente Martinez-Ybor's legacy and how this district became the world's cigar capital.
Stop at the Henry B. Plant Museum and Plant Park to explore Gilded Age architecture and Tampa's transformation. Learn about the Gasparilla Pirate Festival, inspired by legendary pirate José Gaspar.
Dive into the history of the Battle of Fort Brooke and Ballast Point, then visit the Old Steel Railroad Bridge, a relic of Tampa's industrial past. Hear the stories of The Jolly Roger and Tampa's pirate lore.
This self-guided tour is ideal for exploring Tampa's history, culture, and vibrant landmarks at your own pace, with scenic views and captivating tales bringing the city's past to life.
