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Activity provider:Tripvia Tours

Explore the Tampa Bay waterfront with a smartphone audio tour. The tour route follows the Hillsborough River, connects some of the downtown’s major attractions, and offers beautiful views of the city.

About this activity

Free cancellationCancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refundReserve now & pay laterKeep your travel plans flexible — book your spot and pay nothing today.Valid 999 daysfrom first activationAudio guide includedEnglishWheelchair accessible

Experience

Highlights

• Trust the platform with over 75 tours & 10,000+ happy customers!
• Enjoy the freedom of seeing the sights at your own pace and without a time limit
• Take in picturesque views and hear the fascinating history of Tampa’s Riverfront
• Contemplate monuments dedicated to those who lost their lives serving the public
• Learn fun facts about the Tampa Bay area and enjoy an entertaining trivia game

Full description

Embark on a self-guided tour of the picturesque Tampa Riverwalk along the Hillsborough River. Stroll past historical and modern landmarks while listening to the audio guide on your smartphone device. Learn about the Florida Aquarium, the Port Tampa Bay Cruise Ship Terminal and the Sparkman Wharf. Visit any of the locations on the tour or any other attractions at your own pace and pick up where you left off. Marvel at the stunning River Wall of incredible photography on the Riverwalk, and check out the massive Amalie Arena and equally monstrous Convention Center. Hear the heartwarming stories behind Heroes Plaza, the Historic Monument Trail and how the University of South Florida contributes to the beautiful USF park showcasing the natural habitat, flora and fauna of Tampa. Learn about the Tampa Bay History Center, the naming of the Cotanchobee-Fort Brooke Park and who the MacDill Park honors. Hear about the building affectionately known as “The Beer Can Building” and lots of other Tampa fun facts. Take in the views of the city’s dramatic skyline in the Sail Pavilion or on a water bike ride down the river. Explore the Kiley Gardens and the campus of the University of Tampa if you wish as we tell you about their “haunted” hall. Stroll by and learn about the design of the Tampa Museum of Art, the Straz Center for the Performing Arts and the Glazer Children’s Museum. Enjoy the charming family friendly waterfront Curtis Hixon Park or get cooled off at the Waterworks Park. Explore the historical Armature Works, home to markets, events spaces, workplaces, restaurants, and bars. Enjoy fun trivia questions based on the tour commentary at the end of the experience. See more

Includes

• Downloadable tour app for Android and iPhone
• Lifetime tour access
• Trivia challenge

• Device and headphones
• Attraction tickets

Meeting point

Your tour begins at the Florida Aquarium. It then takes you west along Channelside Drive to the Tampa Riverwalk along the Hillsborough River. This tour is accessed via the Tripvia Tours mobile app, not the GetYourGuide app. You will receive a unique code to access the tour provided after booking. Find your code by clicking on “More Details” and then the “Notes from Activity Provider” section in your confirmation email.Open in Google Maps ⟶

Important information

What to bring

• Charged Smartphone
• Downloaded app

Know before you go

• How it works explainer video –> https://youtu.be/m44LZUgXaDM
• You need WiFi or a good mobile signal to access & download the Tripvia Tours app (separate from Get Your Guide App)
• No signal required or data used during the tour