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Ybor City Immigrant influence Smart Phone guided App (GPS) walking tour

3 Reviews 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 3 reviews collected by Cool Everglades and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Tampa, USA

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55 to 75 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

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

  • The tour never expires and you can listen to the virtual tour after the on location tour
  • Tour on our Walking Tour app
  • Go anytime and at your own pace
  • No food, water, entrance fees or in person guide.
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

North Avenida Republica de Cuba
Tampa, FL 33605, USA

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

East 7th Avenue
Tampa, FL 33605, USA

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.

What To Expect

The Cuban Club (Pass By)

The tour starts outside of the Cuban club, you'll learn it's history.
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1300 E 8th Ave (Pass By)

We will walk along old Ybor Square building, the largest Cigar factory at one point, and hear how it made Tampa famous.
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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
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Ritz Ybor (Pass By)

We will stop outside the Ritz, the famous club, and learn it's history.
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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.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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.
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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.
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The Buchman (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".
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Columbia Restaurant

The tour ends at the oldest restaurant in Florida, and the best Cubano in all the land.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Ybor City Immigrant influence Smart Phone guided App (GPS) walking tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-222222P48

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  • Go anytime and at your own pace
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Additional Info

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  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).

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