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Explore the Vibrant Ybor City Historic District

  • December 5, 2024
  • | 7:41 PM

Welcome to Ybor City

Spend time exploring on the TECO Streetcar!

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Welcome to Ybor City!

 

Home to Cuban inspired cuisine, haunted historic buildings, unique clubs, intriguing oddity shops, and endless bars! You’ll never want to leave Tampa’s enchanting Ybor City.

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Things to do in Ybor City!

Step into the heart of Tampa Bay and experience the historic Ybor City! Dive into Ybor’s diverse cigar industry history at the Ybor City Museum State Park. Discover vintage finds on 7th avenue at Revolve Clothing Exchange, or shop Black and Denim’s collections inspired by iconic cultural influences in art, literature, history, and music.

Get your caffeine fix at the Blind Tiger Cafe, and while strolling through the Centro Ybor Mall, stop by the Tampa Bay Brewing Company for a drink, or grab a meal at Asiatic Street Food & Noodle. For a night out with friends to dance and enjoy music, The Ritz Ybor is the place to be. If you enjoy a darker and love the spooky and gothic year round, check out the Castle!

“Ybor City is lively day and night! It’s the perfect place to spend a day out with family exploring the many shops and restaurants they have to offer, while also the best spot for a night out with friends!” – Jenna, Stuff to Do in Tampa Bay | UNATION

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  • Wear comfy shoes

    Exploring 7th Avenue is one of the best things to do in Ybor, but also quite the walk. So make sure you wear your walking shoes to see all of the restaurants, bars, and shops they have to offer!

  • Bring your camera

    From historic cigar factories to colorful murals, Ybor City has lots of photo-worthy spots. If you're on a ghost tour or bar crawl, make sure to ask your tour guide if it's okay to take photos!

  • Get a ride

    If you want a quick way around Ybor City take the streetcar (it's free)! Should you choose to drink, please be responsible, order a ride-share, or have a designated driver if you're out past streetcar hours (2:00 am Fri/Sat, 11 pm Sun-Thurs).

  • Dance the night away

    No matter your music taste, Ybor City has a bunch of music venues, clubs, and bars to get your groove on.

  • Download the UNATION App

    Ybor City is home to a lot of events, including The Cuban Sandwich Festival and Vintage Roost Market. Download the UNATION app to make sure you never miss one!

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Taco Tuesday at Big Easy Ybor City

Celebrate Taco Tuesdays at the Big Easy in Ybor City! With $2 Tacos all day and $2 off all Margaritas from 4pm-7pm, there is nowhere better to be on a Tuesday night.

 

If you’re planning to stay in Ybor all night, check out some of the local clubs! There are LGBTQ+, goth, rave, and just good ol’ party clubs, so choose your all nighter!

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80’S VIDEO NIGHT in the Dungeon

Every first Friday of the month at The Castle, down below in the Dungeon, they host an 80’s night. Doors open at 10:30pm so we recommend coming a bit earlier to avoid the line.

Order some inexpensive drinks, put in a song request or two, and chill with your friends or make new ones.

2004 N 16th St. Tampa, FL 33605

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Welcome to 7th Avenue!

Ybor’s renown 7th Ave is a must if you’re visiting the historic district. Walk along the strip and explore all the unforgettable shops and restaurants. Search for some vintage gems at La France and dress like the French in the 20th century. If you’re a metaphysical girlie journey into Agora and browse their gorgeous collection of glass lamps and crystal slabs.

 

Working up an appetite? Stop by 7th + Grove for some good ol’ southern comfort food. If you’re craving Italian instead, visit Carmine’s Restaurant. If you are looking for a traditional Ybor spot with some good Cuban sandwiches, you gotta eat at Gaspar’s Grotto.

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Clubs in Ybor Tampa

If you thrive in the night, check out these wicked Ybor clubs!

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Prana

1619 E 7th Ave, Tampa, FL 33605

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Skye

1509 E 8th Ave, Tampa, FL 33605

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Tangra

1611 E 7th Ave, Tampa, FL 33605

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PTL

1507 E 7th Ave, Tampa, FL 33605

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The Castle

2004 N 16th St, Tampa, FL 33605

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Southern Nights

1401 E 7th Ave, Tampa, FL 33605

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Showbar

1613 E 7th Ave, Tampa, FL 33605

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Bradley's On 7th

1510 E 7th Ave, Tampa, FL 33605

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Crowbar

1812 N 17th St, Tampa, FL 33605

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The Cuban Club

2010 N Avenida Republica de Cuba, Tampa, FL 33605

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Dates in Ybor City

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Date Day in Ybor Tampa

Wake up bright and early and make your way to the Blind Tiger Cafe and order a ‘couple’ of Lavender Matcha Lattes ‘paired’ with some breakfast tacos! If you’re more into sweet over savory in the morning, order an acai bowl, we recommend the Nut your Average!

Then, take a short walk to Ybor’s Centennial Park and enjoy the presence of the chickens. All the hens, roosters, and little baby chicks your heart could imagine.

Continue past the park to the Ybor Museum! You are in the historic district of Ybor, so hopefully you both enjoy a short history session.

After a half hour museum walk-through, you can head towards 7th avenue for a self-guided walking tour. Depending on your interests, you can stop at an oddities shop, a smoke shop, or even a boutique or two.

At the end of 7th avenue is our recommended stop for lunch, Gaspar’s Grotto. With cats and chickens greeting you, you know you’re in the right spot. Start with a hot basket of fresh Cuban Bread, and Devil Crab!

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Date Night in Ybor Tampa

Start your date night around 6pm at the Tampa Brewing Company and enjoy some house made brews and finger foods. And if you happen to enjoy a house brew, you can buy a 6-pack to bring home!

Then, around 7:30pm, step outside to meet your tour guide for the Nightly Spirits Ghost Tour! You’ll hear of haunted tales while you pub crawl through some of Tampa’s most haunted bars.

At 10:30pm the Castle doors will open and you’ll be inside one of your tour stops! This haunted and Gothic club has themed nights so try to plan your date on event days such as 70’s night or the vampire ball.

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Sweet treats

Looking for something sweet for your sweetie? These are some of our favorite treats to grab when in Ybor city!

Key Lime Pie

Columbia Restaurant: 2117 E 7th Ave, Tampa, FL 33605

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Spanish Flan

Carmine's Restaurant & Bar:1802 E 7th Ave #3808, Tampa, FL 33605

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Sweet Crepe

Gaspar's Grotto: 1805 E 7th Ave, Tampa, FL 33605

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Thai Tea

Asiatic Streetfood & Noodle Bar:1600 E 8th Ave D101, Tampa, FL 33605

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Churros

Jimmy's Tacos:1604 N 17th St, Tampa, FL 33605

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Strawberry Crunch Cupcake

The Wicked Sweet Sugar Boutique:2209a E 7th Ave, Tampa, FL 33605

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Get ready for your next date!

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The Ritz

This events venue opened in 1917 and has been renovated various times, going from a silent movie theatre to a playhouse, nightclub, and now a premier concert venue.

Tips:

-Wear comfy shoes, it’s a standing room only

-Carry light, bring your ID and main credit card, and some cash

-Drinks are pricey so we recommend drinking after the event or pregaming if you aren’t driving

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Venue info

  • Ritz Ybor, 1503 E 7th Ave, 33605, Tampa, FL, United States

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The Crowbar

Crowbar is a live music and events venue in the Historic Ybor District. The Crow’s Nest is a Beer Garden and hosts several weekly and monthly events, including Ol’ Dirty Sundays!

There’s a beautiful outdoor area to chill at between sets so take advantage.

Business Details

  • Crowbar, 1812 N 17th St, Tampa, FL 33605, United States

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Places to stay

Whether you're visiting from out of town or wanting to have an epic staycation here are the best accommodations.

Hotel Haya

1412 E 7th Ave, Tampa, FL 33605

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Epicurean Hotel

1207 S Howard Ave, Tampa, FL 33606

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The Tampa EDITION

500 Channelside Dr, Tampa, FL 33602

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Tahitian Inn

601 S Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa, FL 33609

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Hotel Alba

5303 W Kennedy Blvd, Tampa, FL 33609

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ROOST Tampa

1050 Water St, Tampa, FL 33602

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Hello! I’m an author and visual artist here to share my knowledge on the Tampa Bay Area. I love the local art, markets, and delicious food.

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