Tampa History Cruise

Overview

One of the most picturesque harbors in Florida, Tampa Harbor abounds with history on all sides. The waterfront features museums, shipyards and million dollar homes. See the Pirate ship "Gabriella" up close, view the most beautiful building in Tampa "the Plant Hotel" and learn how Tampa became a city.

City: Tampa

Sun 22 Jun

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Starting at $30.77

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Sun 22 Jun

Starting at $30.77

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What's Included

History Cruise

Soda/Pop

Bottled water

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
Children must be accompanied by an adult

What To Expect

Henry B. Plant Museum

With 4,000 years of people living in Tampa on this cruise, you will learn about how this this city grew from a Spanish outpost to the fastest growing city in Florida. This tour takes you step by step through the evolution of the city and as you cruise along the waters, the history unfolds all around you. Your guides will divulge little known facts about this city and share them with you. Many locals have said "I have lived here all my life and never knew that about Tampa!" When you leave this tour, you will know more than locals! Learn more than you image possible about Pirates and their history in Tampa. See the Pirate ship “Gabriella” up close and be sure to ask your guide "what's a Pirate beard in Tampa?" You will be surprised at the answer!

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (701)

Laurie_V

Mar 2025

Best high quality, value tour, and you can bring your own drinks. Awesome guide, really informative, and great views!

Pbpro

Mar 2025

We never made it on the cruise. There was no parking anywhere that was cheaper than $50. We paid $60 for the cruise. Okay we decided to suck it up there is NO parking in close proximity to the docks! We missed our trip. I bet it was wonderful. But you need to tell people there is no easy way in to that area. If we were better prepared for the cost of parking or getting there earlier. We would have shown up 2 hours before instead of 45min. Very disappointing!

Response from Host

Mar 2025

We are sorry for your disappointment. With your confirmation from Viator is departure location parking lot (1.5 blocks away). We also sent a text with that information the morning of your trip. As well as our phone number for step by step help live Please call our office so we can help you with this booking.

Kirsten_C

Mar 2025

We had a fantastic time on this tour! Our guide was very kind and knowledgeable. Learned a ton about Tampa! Was an amazing way to spend the afternoon. Only downside was we had to pay $40 in the parking garage because there were no other parking options.