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Ybor city was built by Cuban, Spanish, Italian and Jewish immigrants looking for a better life. Go at your own pace. the tour never expires. This is a Smart Phone Guided Walking Tour App Location Aware Tour.
Why take this tour?
- Go at your own pace and schedule. The tour NEVER expires.
- Stop anytime, get a drink, meal, explore, and continue when ready.
- Listen again after taking it in person.
- Professionally produced with top notch narration and music to set the atmosphere.
It was here, in the town built by the world’s largest cigar factory, the people found freedom, hope and prosperity.
On this solo walking tour, you’ll discover Ybor’s Cuban, Jewish, Spanish and Italian past. You’ll see the historic buildings, the best and most historic restaurants, learn why the chickens run free, how the people of Ybor helped Cuba fight for independence, see the land owned by Cuba, hear about the Cubano’s immigrant history, and learn the story of its people.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The tour starts outside of the Cuban Club, you'll hear about Jose Marti, and how the Cubans were united by this club.
The tour ends at the famous Columbia, the best place, and oldest, to get a Cubano. You'll learn the history of the Cubano, and how immirants from many countries came to make it.
Itinerary
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The Cuban Club (Pass by)
The tour starts outside of the Cuban club, you'll learn it's history.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
We will walk along old Ybor Square building, the largest Cigar factory at one point, and hear how it made Tampa famous.
Admission ticket free -
1Jose 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
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
We will stop outside the Ritz, the famous club, and learn it's history.
Admission ticket free -
2
We will walk through Centro, one of the most popular spots in Ybor City, and see shops and hear it's story.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Centennial 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.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Ybor City Museum State Park (Pass by)
The tour stops outside the museum and you'll hear the history of the houses and cuban bakery.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
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 “Princes of 7th Avenue".
Admission ticket free -
4Columbia Restaurant
The tour ends at the oldest restaurant in Florida, and the best Cubano in all the land.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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