Whether you're new in town, just visiting or a local looking for something different, check out our neighbhorhood and city guides to help you navigate around the Bay Area. Each guide comes complete with restaurants, bars, nearby attractions, movie theatres and more.
Tampa Bay Neighborhood and City Guides
Nathalie Voirin
Tampa Bay MetromixMarch 3, 2009
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Ybor City Neighborhood Guide
Tourists and locals enjoy Tampa's historic district that continues to stay current with restaurants, bars, and entertainment hot spots. Ybor City was once home to thousands of Italian, Cuban, and Spanish immigrants and was the center of the U.S. cigar industry. Trendy restaurants now occupy many of former cigar factories. But the city still retains an Old-World feel, with outdoor cafes, brick-lined streets and ornate balconies overlooking Seventh Avenue, the city's main thoroughfare. At night, the city comes alive when the younger crowd arrives to catch up and coming bands, head to their favorite watering holes, or meet up with friends for a night on the town.
Hyde Park Neighborhood Guide
A quaint little district in South Tampa, Hyde Park is a popular location for bar-goers and college students. Located near the cultural arts and business areas of downtown Tampa, So Ho is a sub-area defined by South Howard Avenue and Bayshore Blvd. Hyde Park Village near Swann Ave. is composed of independent clothing stores, houses, spas, and coffee and icecream shops.
St. Petersburg Neighborhood Guide
Lauded for staying true to it's Florida roots, you'll find St. Pete's charm in several out of the way places. The Old Northeast is known for neighborhood bars and restaurants as well as unique boutiques.
Channelside Neighborhood Guide
Located near the heart of Downtown Tampa and upscale Harbor Island, the Channelside District offers several restaurants, bars, an IMAX movie theater and bowling alley. The Port of Tampa is also nearby bringing in thousands of cruise-bound traffic. The Florida Aqarium is also within walking distance and is always popular with families. For more entertainment options, hop on the trolley to Ybor City.
South Tampa Neighborhood Guide
One of the trendiest areas in Tampa. The SoHo, Hyde Park, South Tampa area always brings in the area's 20-40 year-old crowd. Howard Avenue is lined with restaurants and bars geared towards keeping this group entertained. Down the street in Hyde Park Village, you'll find a more subdued, yet outgoing atmosphere. The Village green is surrounded with boutiques, restaurants, shops and one of South Tampa's most envied neighborhoods due to nearby Bayshore Boulevard.
Dunedin Guide
This quiet Pinellas County village attracts locals and tourists for its diverse art scene, neighborhood pubs and eateries, vibrant downtown and proximity to nearby beaches.
Westchase Neighborhood Guide
Westchase is quaint neighborhood on the outskirts of the bustling city of Tampa. This neighborhood offers something for everyone, satisfying both your family needs and a love of the nightlife. Delicious restaurants, family owned coffee shops, and ice cream parlors create the small town, friendly atmosphere that Westchase is known for. The main intersection of Westchase is located at the corner of Linebaugh Avenue and Countryway Boulevard.
Sarasota City Guide
Restaurants, bars, attractions and everything you need to enjoy the good life in Sarasota
Tarpon Springs City Guide
Known for its rich tradition as a fishing village populated by Greek immigrants. The bayou area is the main hub surrounded by restaurants, quaint shops, and sponge docks (the city's a main industry). Every year, Tarpon Springs' deep roots in the Eastern Orthodox Church is highlighted in their celebration of the Ephiphany with a day-long festival and tossing of a cross in the river.
Bradenton Beach Guide
Restaurants, bars, attractions and everything you need to enjoy the good life in Bradenton Beach
Lakeland Guide
Situated along the I-4 corridor between Tampa and Orlando, Lakeland has the advantages of being close to two large tourist destinations with the comforts that come with small town living.
Davis Island Neighborhood Guide
Just a bridge ride away from downtown Tampa is Davis Island. The tropical sanctuary is home to Tampa General Hospital, Peter O'Knight Airport, and the Davis Island Dog Park. Stroll along East Davis Boulevard to find numerous restaurants and bars. With surrounding water and beautiful views, it's no suprise that the island is home to many bikers, runners, boaters, and pilots.
Harbor Island Neighborhood Guide
The community of Harbor Island is an upscale locale near downtown Tampa, Channelside, and Davis Islands and is home to luxury residences and hotels with waterfront views. For the ultimate in dining experiences, watch the sunset at Jackson's Bistro and dance the evening away in their nightclub.
Town 'n Country Neighborhood Guide
Near the Carrollwood and Westchase areas of Tampa lies Town 'n' Country neighborhood. The community has several YMCA's, golf courses, and is just a few miles from Tampa International Airport.
Clearwater Beach Guide
Frequented by spring breakers looking to party hard, tourists hankering to travel to paradise, or locals desiring to catch some fun n' sun, endless options are available for each and every niche. For the active, boat rentals, parasailing, beach volleyball and jetskiing. For those who want to kick back (perhaps with a beer), there's fishing at the Clearwater Marina (no license required). Spring breakers get their party on at coastline bars, and world-famous events tour the beach during those fun-loving, high-energy weeks.
New Port Richey Neighborhood Guide
New Port Richey is a pulsating residential community with a strong local government and an attractive historical downtown and Main Street. The city is alive with redevelopment and growth into a broad array of business and retail services. Since its incorporation in the year 1924, the city is most recognized for its cultural heritage and unique riverfront landscape. Located in Western Pasco County, New Port Richey is approximately thirty miles northwest of Greater Tampa and within a few miles to the Gulf of Mexico.
Brandon Neighborhood Guide
Entertainment, weather, and location make this a great city! The population of the Brandon area has grown from approximately 103,000 in 1990 to approximately 160,000 in 2000. This is a 55% increase!
Redington Neighborhood Guide
Redington Beach is a quaint residential community of less than two square miles and approximately 1700 full time residents. Located in beautiful Pinellas County on the central Gulf Coast near Tampa Bay, the Redington Beach area offers 28 miles of white sandy beach along the glorious Gulf of Mexico. Swimming, shelling and sunning are at your fingertips, and for more action, there is parasailing, wave runners, jet skis and power boat rentals. Redington Beach is also known for its deep-sea fishing, casino cruises, snorkeling and dolphin watch cruises.
Plant City Neighborhood Guide
Blessed with abundant natural resources and rich farm lands, Plant City provides a wealth of opportunity. From the towered factories of the phosphate industry to verdant citrus groves, from the steady hum of goods in transport to broad fields with row upon row of berries soaking up the temperate Florida sun, Plant City is a place for growing.
Wesley Chapel Neighborhood Guide
Wesley Chapel is considered part of the Tampa Bay Area metro, and has become a popular place to live. The population was 5,691 at the 2000 census.
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