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About. Ybor City, once the cigar capital of the world, is a vibrant neighborhood in Tampa that boasts an exciting nightlife and delicious food. You can explore the historic district on a walking tour to learn more about the architecture and immigrant history, or indulge in a food tour that takes you to Latin and soul food restaurants.
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Ybor City. / 27.96139°N 82.44500°W / 27.96139; -82.44500. Ybor City ( / ˈiːbɔːr / EE-bor) [1] is a historic neighborhood just northeast of downtown Tampa, Florida, United States. It was founded in the 1880s by Vicente Martinez-Ybor and other cigar manufacturers and populated by thousands of immigrants, mainly from Cuba, Spain, and ...
Feb 7, 2024 · Ybor City continues to build on its rich past with an eclectic mix of history, heritage, entertainment and excitement. This urban oasis offers historically renovated and newly constructed commercial and residential buildings located on and off Ybor City’s main thoroughfare 7 th Avenue; currently ranked as 15 in the Great Streets in America by the American Planning Association.
Ybor City. A richly personable neighborhood of Tampa, Ybor City retains the Cuban, Italian and Spanish influences that remain from its heyday as the hub of Tampa's cigar industry, now reflected in its culture and cuisine. Ybor City is a place where brick-paved streets and wrought iron balconies frame historic buildings that reflect another ...
May 19, 2024 · Ybor City Historic Walking Tour: Embark on a guided walking tour to delve into the neighborhood’s rich history. Explore iconic landmarks such as the Columbia Restaurant, La Septima (7th Avenue), and the historic cigar factories, while learning about Ybor City’s immigrant heritage and vibrant cultural tapestry.
A second museum next door, the Ybor City Museum features an urban park in the heart of Tampa's National Historic Landmark District. The museum, housed in the historic Ferlita Bakery, traces the rich cultural history of Ybor City and the cigar-making industry. The museum has self-guided exhibits with written and audio information plus a video ...
Apr 27, 2024 · The TECO Line Streetcar, relaunched in 2002, connects Ybor City, the Channelside District, and Downtown Tampa, including the Tampa Riverwalk. Ybor City Museum State Park. Celebrating the city’s cultural heritage, Ybor City Museum State Park is one of the coolest places to visit in Ybor City. Located on 9th Avenue, the museum is built on the ...
