Immerse yourself in the rich history of Ybor City on this immersive GPS walking tour. Explore the immigrant-influenced past, visit historic sites, and learn about the diverse cultures that shaped this vibrant community.
Immerse yourself in the rich history of Ybor City on this immersive GPS walking tour. Explore the immigrant-influenced past, visit historic sites, and learn about the diverse cultures that shaped this vibrant community.
- The Cuban Club - The tour starts outside of the Cuban club, you’ll learn it’s history.
- 1300 E 8th Ave - We will walk along old Ybor Square building, the largest Cigar factory at one point, and hear how it made Tampa famous.
- Jose Marti Park - We will stop at Jose Marti Park and hear the story of the Jose and how he became the Apostle…
- The Cuban Club - The tour starts outside of the Cuban club, you’ll learn it’s history.
- 1300 E 8th Ave - We will walk along old Ybor Square building, the largest Cigar factory at one point, and hear how it made Tampa famous.
- Jose Marti Park - We will stop at Jose Marti Park and hear the story of the Jose and how he became the Apostle of Cuban Independence
- The Ritz Ybor - We will stop outside the Ritz, the famous club, and learn it’s history.
- Centro Ybor Station (#2) - We will walk through Centro, one of the most popular spots in Ybor City, and see shops and hear it’s story.
- Centennial Park - The tour walks through Centennial Park, you’ll learn about why the chickens are allowed to run free (legally) and the immigrants that came here.
- Ybor City Museum State Park - The tour stops outside the museum and you’ll hear the history of the houses and cuban bakery.
- The Buchman - The tour stops on the sidewalk of 7th street and you’ll learn the history Jewish immigrants that came here looking for freedom. This area used to be known as \
- Access to the tour never expires
- Listen to the virtual tour post-visit
- Flexible scheduling - go anytime
- Tour at your own pace
- Enjoyable on the Walking Tour app
- Access to the tour never expires
- Listen to the virtual tour post-visit
- Flexible scheduling - go anytime
- Tour at your own pace
- Enjoyable on the Walking Tour app
- no food, water, entrance fees or in person guide.
- no food, water, entrance fees or in person guide.
Constructed by Cuban, Spanish, Italian, and Jewish settlers searching for better opportunities, Ybor city stands as a testament to their efforts. Navigate the city on your terms with our Smart Phone Guided Walking Tour App Location Aware Tour, which comes with no expiration date.
What does this tour offer?
- You can start, pause, and resume the tour…
Constructed by Cuban, Spanish, Italian, and Jewish settlers searching for better opportunities, Ybor city stands as a testament to their efforts. Navigate the city on your terms with our Smart Phone Guided Walking Tour App Location Aware Tour, which comes with no expiration date.
What does this tour offer?
- You can start, pause, and resume the tour according to your convenience. The tour does NOT expire.
- Take breaks for meals, drinks, or just to explore and resume at your leisure.
- Replay the tour anytime you wish post your visit.
- Top-tier narration and music to create an immersive experience.
The world’s largest cigar factory once stood here, providing the individuals who lived here with liberty, optimism, and success.
This self-paced walking tour will acquaint you with Ybor’s multi-cultural heritage, including its Cuban, Jewish, Spanish, and Italian roots. It will guide you past historic buildings, reputed restaurants, and will even explain why chickens roam freely in the city. You’ll also gain insight into Ybor’s assistance to Cuba for independence, the land owned by Cuba, the immigrant history of the Cubans, and the heritage of its inhabitants.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
