πΊπΈ Tampa Essential 4-Day Itinerary
This route goes from north to south, covering the absolute must-see spots! π Day 1: π Devil's Den Prehistoric Spring These photos are completely unedited β no filter! βοΈ Sunlight streams through the sinkhole draped with plants like a beautiful fringe lamp. The snorkeling area is about 5 meters deep (I measured with my dive watch β). Scuba diving is also available into the underground river. π Book in advance on the official website. Equipment can be rented on-site. π Day 2: π Weeki Wachee Spring π Columbia Restaurant 𧑠Ybor City At Weeki Wachee, you can go kayaking πΆ β book via the official site. The clearest and bluest part is operated by the park β itβs a gentle downstream paddle. A shuttle brings you back to the starting point. Manatees gather here in winter π¦ β high chance of spotting them further downstream! Thereβs also a mermaid show β tickets can be booked online. Columbia Restaurant is Tampaβs most famous Spanish restaurant β over 100 years old and delicious π Itβs located in Ybor City, a charming and trendy street perfect for a stroll. π Day 3: π Clearwater Beach Dolphin Tour π DalΓ Museum On Clearwater dolphin tours, you can see dolphins up close riding the wake π Two main operators: Little Toot: Creates bigger waves β dolphins love following this boat! You get front-row views. Encounters with Dolphins: Offers more detailed commentary on local ecology and culture π¬ You can sometimes see dolphins from both boats β theyβre that close! Btw, Tampa is full of dolphins β you might even spot them from the road! The DalΓ Museum is compact but beautifully curated π¨ Try the VR experience that lets you step into DalΓβs dreams β donβt forget to download the app and bring headphones! π Day 4: π Ringling Museum This museum was the home of the circus king πͺ Allow 4-5 hours to explore: Circus history exhibit The Ringling family mansion An impressive art museum The circus section features incredibly detailed miniatures showing past spectacles. Did you know? The circus traveled with its own train, over 1,000 people, and 800 animals β what a operation! The art museum is that iconic pink building you see all over Xiaohongshu π #Florida #Travel #Tampa #Itinerary
