Tours/Tampa/Tampa History Cruise
Viator · group up to 30 pax

Tampa History Cruise

4.2(913)Tampa1 hour
VIATOR4.3(563)TRIPADVISOR4.1(350)

Description

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.

Tour Options

4:00 pm Tampa History Cruise
  • Learn about how Tampa grew from a Spanish outpost to the fastest growing city in Florida, with 4,000 years of people living in this city. This tour takes you step by step through its evolution.
12:30pm Tampa History Cruise
  • Learn about how Tampa grew from a Spanish outpost to the fastest growing city in Florida, with 4,000 years of people living in this city. This tour takes you step by step through its evolution.

Itinerary

Pass by

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!

Pass by

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!

Highlights

History Cruise
Soda/Pop
Bottled water

What's included

Included
History Cruise
Soda/Pop
Bottled water
Not included
Parking
Transportation to/from attraction
Gratuities (optional}

Traveller Ratings

4.2
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Important Information

  • 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

Reviews(913)

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Aleksandra_O
August 18, 2026
Great tour

Great experience! Our tour guide was excellent, and the instructions for finding the boat were very clear and easy to follow.

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Yvonne_K
August 17, 2026
Fun Time on water

The captain was very knowledgeable and entertaining. The trip was relaxing, although hot, cold water was available for the guests.

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Rosemarie_O
August 16, 2026
No sail due to weather.. waiting for refund

When I arrived, I checked in with the tour leader. He showed me where the restrooms were and I grabbed the coffee.. when I came back he said he’s sorry to let me know but it has been canceled because of rain and lightning. I have yet to get any information on my refund.. However, I walked and ended up going on a dinner cruise that went out just fine and it didn’t even rain. Can anyone help me with the refund?

Operator response

The refund comes from the vender you purchased from. When lighting is within 11 miles (kill zone) we are not allowed to operate by the USCG.

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G6985WPsharons
August 3, 2026
GreT experience.

Lovely and interesting tour of Tampa Bay.

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Kristen_S
July 26, 2026
Nice tour

It was great to tour around the harbor and our captain was friendly. There was plenty of bottled water available. The boat had very uncomfortable seats. I would have liked more history and less talk of all the rich people houses. Overall, it was a good way to spend a few hours in Tampa.

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Doug_S
July 20, 2026
Fun, informative tour of Tampa.

The tour was fun, rather extensive and very informative. Our guide was very friendly, knowledgeable and ready to answer any questions.

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JoyGuidicotti_J
July 18, 2026
Bad Weather

It was cancelled due to the weather, but maybe next time. I think it would have been awesome. We were a little disappointed but im glad they contacted up ahead of time

Operator response

We are sorry too. But your safety is our first concern. Sorry for the FL. Weather

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Daniel_T
July 13, 2026
Knowledgeable and Entertaining

The guide was very knowledgeable of Tampa and very entertaining. Listening to the guide talk about the different locations and how the area was developed was very interesting.

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Lan_B
July 8, 2026
Cruise was canceled. I...

Cruise was canceled. I only received 1 refund. Waiting to receive a refund for the other 2 tickets I paid for. Difficult to find who to write to to resolve issue.

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Lisa_D
July 2, 2026
Great tour

Mark was excellent captain. He covered great facts of the city. Tour covered lots of scenery of the different islands.

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