Discover Tampa’s Highlights with a Self-Guided Audio Tour
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Explore Tampa at your own pace with the Tampa's Highlights Self Guided Audio Walking Tour. This immersive experience takes you along the scenic Tampa Riverwalk, revealing the city’s hidden gems and vibrant history. From the lush Kiley Gardens to the historic old railroad bridge, you'll see some of Tampa's most iconic sights while learning fascinating stories about its past.
Once you book, simply download the free Audio Tour Guide App by Action using your phone. The tour is designed to work offline, so you can enjoy it anywhere without worrying about internet connectivity. It’s perfect for families, solo travelers, or groups looking for a flexible way to discover Tampa's rich culture and history.
With lifetime access, you can revisit the tour anytime—whether during your trip or on future visits. The self-guided nature means you control the pace—pause, restart, or explore additional sights along the route. Get ready to uncover Tampa’s stories, from pirates and Native tribes to the city’s rise as a port and cigar hub.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Tampa's Highlights Self Guided Audio Walking Tour take?
The tour lasts about 1 to 2 hours, depending on your pace and how many stops you explore.
Is this tour suitable for all ages and fitness levels?
Yes, the tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels and is designed for adults aged 5 to 90.
Do I need internet to use the tour?
No, once downloaded, the tour works offline with GPS guidance and automatic audio stories, so no internet is needed during your walk.
What’s included with the tour?
Support via chat, email, or phone, planning tools, route maps, scenic stops, area previews, and lifetime access to the tour are included.
Are there any additional costs or entrance fees?
This is a self-guided tour and does not include entrance fees, parking, food, or transportation costs. Check attraction hours before your visit.
Free cancellation
Cancel at least 24 hours before your scheduled start for a full refund.
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Duration 1 hour – 2 hours
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Guided experience
English
Key facts
What's included
Included
- Support via chat, email, or phone if needed
- Planning tools, route maps, scenic stops, and area previews
- Just bring your phone and headphones; the app guides your walk
- Lifetime access: revisit the tour anytime
- Works offline with GPS guidance and audio stories
- Flexible start, stop, and pause options
- Private experience for your group or family
- Self-guided audio tour with local stories and hidden gems
Not included
- Self-guided tour — no live guide
- Entrance fees, parking, food, and transportation are separate
Itinerary
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Stop 1
Welcome to the Tampa Riverwalk! This scenic path along the Hillsborough River features numerous sights and stories. The walk covers just over two miles and takes about 1.5 hours, with over 41 audio stories to enjoy along the way.
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Stop 2
Passing the Hotel Tampa Riverwalk, an Art Deco building from 1969 inspired by Miami's architectural style. It’s a striking sight and a nod to design trends from the past.
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Stop 3
Kiley Garden, designed in the 1980s by landscape architect Dan Kiley, features a modern, grid-like landscape inspired by nearby business buildings.
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Stop 4
Watch the Hillsborough River flow into Hillsborough Bay, home to Tampa Bay’s port, Florida’s largest. Over 37 million tons of cargo pass through annually.
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Stop 5
Learn how phosphate, a key mineral for fertilizers, helped Tampa grow from a tiny town into a thriving port city in the 1800s.
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Stop 6
Hear about Charlie Wall, a notorious figure in Tampa’s cigar industry and underworld, who shaped Ybor City’s history.
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Stop 7
Henry B. Plant Park, Tampa’s oldest public park, features tropical plants and a historic orange grove, once the site of the Tampa Bay Hotel built by railroad magnate Henry B. Plant.
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Stop 8
Experience the Gasparilla Pirate Festival at Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park, where pirates take over the Riverwalk during this annual event since 1904.
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Stop 9
See Tampa’s historic steel bascule bridge from 1915, still in use today, occasionally allowing ships to pass while trains cross over.
Meeting point & pickup
Meet at the starting point
Begin your tour at MacDill Park on the Riverwalk, 100 N Ashley Dr, Tampa. After booking, check your email or texts for the 'audio tour' link. The tour is valid forever, so complete setup while connected to Wi-Fi or data before your walk.
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Free cancellation
Cancel at least 24 hours before your scheduled start for a full refund.
- 100% refund if canceled at least 1 day in advance
- No refund if canceled within 24 hours of the start
Instant confirmation
Your booking is confirmed immediately after checkout.
From $12.99 per person
- Free cancellation
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