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Your Guide to South Tampa

Look no further for the best things to do in South Tampa! From amazing restaurants to coffee shops, boutiques, nightlife, and family-friendly activities, this Tampa neighborhood has something for everyone.

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Our Day in South Tampa

The first stop in South Tampa was Hyde Park Village–there’s literally something for everyone, no matter what you’re looking for! We could have spent all day here, but we made sure to stop by Canvas Fashion Gallery, Leafy Luv Affair, and finally The Hyppo for a cool treat.

We headed over to Salt Shack On The Bay for lunch, which combines great food, a great atmosphere, and great views! We would highly recommend coming at sunset to catch some gorgeous views over the water! Everything we got tasted amazing and was all incredibly fresh.

We had to make a stop in SOHO, so we went to Corner Bar for some late afternoon drinks! They have a ton of shaded outdoor seating and TVs, so it’s the perfect spot to catch a game. Plus, they have trivia on Tuesdays!

How could you end a day in South Tampa without taking a short walk down Bayshore Boulevard? Whether you’re going for a run, walking your dog, or even just imagining which house you’d want to live in the most, Bayshore Boulevard is a Tampa Bay staple, and it was the perfect way to complete our South Tampa experience!

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South Tampa is a popular Tampa neighborhood that is home to the iconic Bayshore…

South Tampa is a popular Tampa neighborhood that is home to the iconic Bayshore Boulevard, Hyde Park Village, the annual Gasparilla parade, and more. From award-winning restaurants, like Bern’s Steakhouse, to unique boutiques, like Hazel and Dot, to the lively nightlife of Soho, there is something for everyone in South Tampa. Explore this Tampa neighborhood like before with the UNATION app and our locally curated guides. “After making my way to Tampa Bay to attend UT, I found myself falling in love with the surrounding neighborhood of South Tampa. It checks off everything – delicious restaurants, an array of coffee shops, a bustling night scene, trendy boutiques, fitness studios, the stunning Bayshore Boulevard and more! This neighborhood is what sold me to officially make Tampa my home 😌” – Abby | Stuff to Do in Tampa Bay

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Getting Around

Depending on where your destination is in South Tampa, a car, an electric scooter, or…

Depending on where your destination is in South Tampa, a car, an electric scooter, or a ride-share service like Uber or Lyft may be your best bet! Luckily, most of the most popular South Tampa restaurants, bars, and shops are all within walking distance of each other along South Howard Ave.

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FAQs

Our most frequently asked questions about South Tampa

Is there nightlife in South Tampa?

Absolutely! You can find some of Tampa’s most popular bars at the strip of South Howard.

What are the 'must-visit' spots in South Tampa?

Some of our favorites include:

Bayshore Boulevard
Green Lemon
New York New York
Bulla Gastrobar
Sweet Soul
Blind Tiger Cafe
Hyde Park Village-
- Cake Drip
- The Hyppo
- Forbici Modern Italian
- Downtown Dogs
- Goody Goody

You can also never go wrong with shopping around at a cute boutique in South Tampa.

Is South Tampa Family-Friendly?

Yes! We have various parks you can spend the day with the family from Picnic Island Park and Gadsden Park to name a few, and other spots such as AR Workshop for art activities, even Playgrounds of Tampa for kids of all ages.

For more family-friendly things to do, out our guide to
family-friendly attractions in South Tampa.

What is South Tampa known for?

South Tampa is home to so many things from entertainment, nightlife, restaurants, bars, and more! With beautiful neighborhoods and Bayshore Boulevard to match, South Tampa gives you a taste of everything.

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Hey, Sarah here with a hidden gem you’ll definitely want to check out! One of my favorites is the @birchwoodcanopy 💎✨ It’s got THE VIEWS of beautiful downtown St. Pete, amazing happy hour and delicious bites! If you’re looking for a new place to check out the search ends here! 🙌🏾

For more rooftop bars in Tampa Bay click the LINK in bio!

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🔗https://www.unation.com/stuff-to-do/must-visit-rooftop-bars-in-tampa-bay/

Buenas! It’s Daniela from UNATION 👋 Because I’m Venezuelan, one of my favorite things to do is find the BEST ethnic spots around Tampa Bay!

Some of my favorite ethnic spots in Channelside are Guava Grill, Bamboozle, and Fabrica 💞 (not in that particular order).

Say hi to Dani and Jeremiah when you head to Guava in Sparkman Wharf! It’s ALWAYS a good idea to grab a Cuban Sandwich. We 100% recommend the chimichurri fries too 🍟

For lunch, I and my friend Jacoby decided to have some vegan pho and a papaya salad at Bamboozle 😋Hannah, the manager, welcomed us with open arms! Taro bubble tea and Thai tea are two of my favorite drinks. If you love boba as I do, you HAVE to try these! For dessert, we devoured the ube lavender cookie and earl gray cookie!

How can I leave Fabrica out? Not a weekend goes by without me having pizza from Fabrica 🍕Gustavo, one of the geniuses behind the concept, suggested the polpette e pesto and the chorizo pizza - both are to DIE for! Also, did you know Fabrica is featured in the 50 Top Pizzas in the U.S.?! 😱

See you at the next one, chao! 👋

For more details, check out the guide link in our bio 🥰

Link: https://www.unation.com/stuff-to-do/ethnic-spots-in-tampa-bay/

#tampa #ethnicfood #stufftodointampabay

CHEERS to National Cocktail day 🥂 Our favorite cocktail is an espresso martini so we wanted to share some of our favorite places to sip on one! You’ll be drinking happy thoughts with these espresso martinis 🍸✨

Click the link in our bio for more of the best espresso martini spots in Tampa Bay

🔗https://www.unation.com/stuff-to-do/downtown-tampa-cocktail-bars/

Ladies and gentlemen…The search for weekend plans is over! 🙌🏾

Check out all the fun stuff to do in Tampa Bay this weekend through the link in bio 🤩
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Happy National Puppy Day!🐾

This is Kendall and Roo with our favorite dog-friendly places to go in Tampa Bay! One of our favorite places to go is @sparkmanwharf, we are so lucky to live in such a dog-friendly area🤩

We love to spend time here because not only do they have a lot to do with your dog, but there are so many options for food and drinks!🥂You can easily spend an entire day there if you wish! They also conveniently have many umbrellas and shaded areas to cool off with your pup on a hot Florida day☀️ stop by Sparkman Wharf to see all that they have to offer, and don’t forget to bring your pup💛

If you want to see a few more of the best dog-friendly areas in Tampa Bay click the link in our bio🔗

🔗https://www.unation.com/stuff-to-do/dog-friendly-restaurants-in-channelside/

The newest restaurant on Water Street, @thepearlwaterstreet , did not disappoint! We highly recommend you stopping by to try out some of their amazing dishes and drinks!

Our team recommendations:
Food: The Shellfish Platter 🦪🍤
Drink: Bacon.Bourbon.Beautiful 🥃

We had the opportunity to be some of the first to try their unique menu and sit down with Nick Grosenback, the Regional Director of Chefs. Check out that video and more of our favorite new spots in the LINK in bio!

🔗https://www.unation.com/stuff-to-do/whats-new-in-tampa-bay/