Tampa History Cruise in Tampa booking from $30.77

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

Mon 21 Oct

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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
Covid-19 Health operation for our tours. We have lowered the capacity of our vessels from 45 to 15 to allow for social distancing of each group on the boat. Our boats will be sanitized between each departure. ALL guests are required to wear a face covering (nose and mouth) at all times. Boarding will be refused to any guest not wearing a face covering without a refund. We care about your and our staff's health. So Thank You for your cooperation it is appreciated.
Face masks required for travellers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Guests will be seated in group sections only with there party.

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 (269)

Ron_H

Jun 2022

Although we have lived in Florida for over 40 years we were unaware of some of the details of the history of Florida in general and Tampa in particular. We heard a detailed discourse which we thoroughly enjoyed.

Jan_R

Jun 2022

Great tour! Informative. I love stuff like this, but the heat even got to me! However, the guide was enthusiastic and worked hard to make it a good experience for guests.

A5718QZbarryr

Jun 2022

Overall my wife and I enjoyed the boat ride and learning about some of the history of the city. The captain was great and informative, no complaints about him at all. The reason I'm not giving them 5 stars is because of the boat itself. The bench seat, for a guy my size, was too small and uncomfortable after sitting on it for an hour. Also, it was packed - so be prepared to get to know your neighbors - there was nothing I could to separate myself from the woman sitting next to me so I was pressed up against her the entire trip. Be sure to wear sunscreen on a sunny day because you may be seated in an area where you have no shade. Also, they go out on rainy days if they think there will be a break in the rain for your scheduled time, so don't assume they'll cancel because of the weather. The Garrison Street parking lot is inexpensive to park at (like $2 an hour) and is right next to the Tampa Bay History Center and the dock where you catch the boat is behind that building - it's clearly marked #3. There's a walkway from the back of the parking lot that crosses Beneficial Dr. and goes behind the history center and the first walkway down to the water is dock #3 where you catch the boat.

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Tampa History Cruise

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