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FOOD Scene
OLIVIA is a modern Italian restaurant in Tampa, FL that delivers all the authentic flavors of a traditional trattoria with the creative flair of a chef inspired menu. With an atmosphere of casual sophistication, we are a restaurant for both regular diners and those simply looking to relax with friends over craft cocktails.
39 locals recommend
OLIVIA
3601 W Swann AveOLIVIA is a modern Italian restaurant in Tampa, FL that delivers all the authentic flavors of a traditional trattoria with the creative flair of a chef inspired menu. With an atmosphere of casual sophistication, we are a restaurant for both regular diners and those simply looking to relax with friends over craft cocktails.
Rome + Fig is a contemporary, upscale bistro serving globally inspired, locally sourced world cuisine. The personal connection nurtured between guests and staff will create a uniquely special dining experience.
16 locals recommend
Rome + Fig
317 North Rome AvenueRome + Fig is a contemporary, upscale bistro serving globally inspired, locally sourced world cuisine. The personal connection nurtured between guests and staff will create a uniquely special dining experience.
Armature Works is a fully restored mixed-use building that breathes new life into the historic Tampa Heights neighborhood. With its unobstructed view of the Hillsborough River, the historic structure has been reinvented as a premier community destination with innovative eateries, Heights Public Market and reimagined event spaces.
845 locals recommend
Armature Works
1910 N Ola AveArmature Works is a fully restored mixed-use building that breathes new life into the historic Tampa Heights neighborhood. With its unobstructed view of the Hillsborough River, the historic structure has been reinvented as a premier community destination with innovative eateries, Heights Public Market and reimagined event spaces.
CULTURE
YBOR CITY IS not just Tampa’s playground, it’s historically different with a thriving influx of growing corporations and small businesses, eclectic retail stores, diverse restaurants and a growing number of new residential units for people calling Ybor City home.
Conveniently located just northeast of downtown, Ybor City is the only neighborhood on Florida’s west coast to be designated a National Historic Landmark District. Founded by Vicente Martinez-Ybor, the district has enjoyed a rich and diverse culture for more than a century.
Ybor’s 7th Avenue, the main commercial thoroughfare was recognized as one of the “10 Great Streets in America”! Don’t just take our word for it, explore Ybor City today and find out exactly why…”There’s more in Ybor!”
854 locals recommend
Ybor City
YBOR CITY IS not just Tampa’s playground, it’s historically different with a thriving influx of growing corporations and small businesses, eclectic retail stores, diverse restaurants and a growing number of new residential units for people calling Ybor City home.
Conveniently located just northeast of downtown, Ybor City is the only neighborhood on Florida’s west coast to be designated a National Historic Landmark District. Founded by Vicente Martinez-Ybor, the district has enjoyed a rich and diverse culture for more than a century.
Ybor’s 7th Avenue, the main commercial thoroughfare was recognized as one of the “10 Great Streets in America”! Don’t just take our word for it, explore Ybor City today and find out exactly why…”There’s more in Ybor!”
FAVORITE Parks
240 acres of beautiful land. Stroll a 3,500-foot boardwalk through a hardwood swamp, climb a 3-story observation tower overseeing the Hillsborough River, rent kayaks, picnic under the oaks, jog the paved trail.
$2 entry fee
88 locals recommend
Lettuce Lake Regional Park
6920 E Fletcher Ave240 acres of beautiful land. Stroll a 3,500-foot boardwalk through a hardwood swamp, climb a 3-story observation tower overseeing the Hillsborough River, rent kayaks, picnic under the oaks, jog the paved trail.
$2 entry fee
Enjoy the 2.2 mile lightly trafficked loop trail that features a lake and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, and nature trips.
Free
6 locals recommend
Violet Cury Preserve
1802 Sinclair Hills RdEnjoy the 2.2 mile lightly trafficked loop trail that features a lake and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, and nature trips.
Free
The park consists of over 2,990 acres and more than seven miles of trails that run throughout it, camping, swimming pool, playgrounds, picnic tables are just a few amenities this park has.
$6 per vehicle
89 locals recommend
Hillsborough River State Park
15402 US-301The park consists of over 2,990 acres and more than seven miles of trails that run throughout it, camping, swimming pool, playgrounds, picnic tables are just a few amenities this park has.
$6 per vehicle
Take an evening stroll along the 2 mile waterfront trail or enjoy the riverfront park with open, green space, a dog park, covered and shaded picnic areas, a playground and a splash pad for children.
Free
54 locals recommend
Julian B Lane Riverfront Park
1001 N BlvdTake an evening stroll along the 2 mile waterfront trail or enjoy the riverfront park with open, green space, a dog park, covered and shaded picnic areas, a playground and a splash pad for children.
Free
FUN for Kids
Play with purpose at the Glazer Children’s Museum, Tampa’s interactive, learning laboratory where children play, discover, and connect to the world around them to develop as lifelong learners and leaders. The first tuesday of every month admission is free.
224 locals recommend
Glazer Children's Museum
110 W Gasparilla PlazaPlay with purpose at the Glazer Children’s Museum, Tampa’s interactive, learning laboratory where children play, discover, and connect to the world around them to develop as lifelong learners and leaders. The first tuesday of every month admission is free.
The Florida Aquarium enables you to get up close to many of Florida’s aquatic and terrestrial animals and ecosystems, as well as others from around the world. More than a must-see attraction, we are working to protect and restore our blue planet on many conservation fronts, including research and rescue efforts that help restore Florida’s sea turtle and coral populations and to ensure that sharks continue to swim our seas.
848 locals recommend
The Florida Aquarium
701 Channelside DrThe Florida Aquarium enables you to get up close to many of Florida’s aquatic and terrestrial animals and ecosystems, as well as others from around the world. More than a must-see attraction, we are working to protect and restore our blue planet on many conservation fronts, including research and rescue efforts that help restore Florida’s sea turtle and coral populations and to ensure that sharks continue to swim our seas.
ZooTampa at Lowry Park is home to more than 1300 animals and famous for having one of the most beautiful, tropical zoological settings in the world. The Zoo brings together animals and visitors to create unforgettable, natural connections. Guests get closer to wildlife than ever before by touching a giant tortoise, feeding a giraffe, getting nose-to-horn with an Indian rhino, hand-to-fin with slippery stingrays and more! Families can also splash in water play areas, feel thrills on rides and take in educational shows.
903 locals recommend
ZooTampa at Lowry Park
1101 W Sligh AveZooTampa at Lowry Park is home to more than 1300 animals and famous for having one of the most beautiful, tropical zoological settings in the world. The Zoo brings together animals and visitors to create unforgettable, natural connections. Guests get closer to wildlife than ever before by touching a giant tortoise, feeding a giraffe, getting nose-to-horn with an Indian rhino, hand-to-fin with slippery stingrays and more! Families can also splash in water play areas, feel thrills on rides and take in educational shows.
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