Top 42 things to do and attractions in Tarpon Springs

This was the cutest and the most interesting place. Greek town. I could have spent all day looking at the boats in the harbor and all of the shops had the most creative things in the them. Homemade soap with sponges in them. It was such a creative and welcoming town. Great place to walk around. All of the Greek food was an adventure for sure, but delicious.

I loved walking around and looking through each of the stores. Such a beautiful town by the docks. Bought candy of course and these wonderful spices to try when I get back home. The Greek restaurants are abundant and I didn't have room to try any, we had breakfast before going here... darn it! Because I love authentic Greek food, yum!

Such a pleasant place! It has a nice variety of local shops and plenty of options to enjoy a meal or a drink. Since it was a rainy day, there weren’t many people around, which actually made it even better — we got to enjoy everything more comfortably and didn’t have to wait to get into any spot!

One of the best places in Tampa to visit. Lots of local shops, great deals and restaurants. Most of shops are selling famous sponges, sea shells, clothing, potteries, local food, teas, herbs, flowers and so much more. It gets pretty crowded on the weekends, so make sure you’re bringing your wallet and credit cards with you to buy souvenirs from the stores. Come early so you can see all the local shops and booths.

I loved my experience here. Most of the shops have the same stuff in it but it the feel of the area that I believe is why people visit here. The 2 hour dolphin tour is great!

I was unaware that Tarpon Springs is a Greek town. It features a plethora of local Greek shops, restaurants, bakeries, and cafes. I really enjoyed my visit, taking a pleasant stroll through the town and hopping from shop to shop to find some sponges and handmade Greek olive oil bar soaps.

It is a very pleasant place to visit. You will enjoy every minute you spend there until you realized that time is not the only thing you spent. Right after you left you will start questioning your financial decisions. Expensive has different meaning, maybe even new meaning at Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks.

Went to Fred Howard to kayak. Easily found the launch, which was not busy. You start the day in a mangrove tunnel, which was a lot of fun. However you do need to get in the water briefly to get your boat deep enough in the water and it's muddy. Recommend to have bug spray applied as you go through the tunnel. Be prepared to break your paddle down and use it like a canoe paddle as the tunnel is very narrow. Between marker 1 and 3 it goes well. At 3, the path narrows nad you have no choice to turn towards open water. Once on open water, it's calm and relaxing.

Nice spot to stay in Family, we love being so close to nature, this particular park has trail's bikes roads and kayaking zones to bring visitors safety and comfort. Visit and enjoy

Nice for a relaxing time to walk & get grounded They have portapottie right now. Great place to bring small children It's not very deep. The park is also shaded and beautiful before you get out to the beach

A park ranger came around immediately at sunset and kicked everyone out. He was nice about it. Just seemed a little early. People were still trying to take photos. BEAUTIFUL place. Highly recommend!

Beautiful location. Kids friendly beach. When we were there, too many sea grass on the beach. Even though we live in east coast of Florida, my daughter still enjoyed it.

Beautiful white sandy beaches. Not crowded on a Wednesday afternoon. Clean water.

I love this beach. It’s not usually as crowded as other beaches in the area, sometimes I see dolphins, there’s a little bit of shade here and there, and the sunsets here are gorgeous!

Visited on a weekday the week following Easter. A kind woman explained to another visitor the church h isn't open during the week except following Easter. Beyond stunning. A warm welcome. 🙏💜

Spectacular church building. Lots of good memories and times of worship in this place.

Absolutely Amazing Church! It’s in a historic Area in Tarpon Springs Florida. The Cathedral is Beautiful. I like going in once in a while and lighting a candle. It’s very peaceful. This Greek Orthodox Church is a Must See if you are in The Tarpon Springs area! Here are some Pictures of the Church inside and outside as well.

This place is incredible. I took this picture around 7:45p and it's just poetic. I'm taking a class to learn the Greek language at the church and they're so awesome, accommodating, thoughtful and open to educating anyone. If learning the Greek language or anything about the Greek Orthodox interests you in the slightest, I am sure that there's a class, program, contact or other reference they can offer to help learn about the religion, customs, etc. It's worth it, I promise.

Lindisima iglesia Beautiful church in tarpon springs

What a beautiful cathedral! The architecture and art work involved in this church is beyond amazing! Just being there is so peaceful. I highly recommend a visit to this church. Just so beautiful!

Wonderful services there but I am amazed especially with the help they give there especially to the poor and the stuff they provide to them... huge blessing for the community and god give them health and strength to carry on... such a lovely priests as well and I am so honored to meet them in person...

Such an amazing experience. All the staff was super nice. My 3 young kids got to not only interact with nearly every animal but they got a chance to hold a snake, an alligator, feed sharks, feed stingrays, turtles, and so much more. Prices were extremely reasonable compared to major places. I will definitely be coming back. Well worth it even if you have to drive 2 hours. Just go and you won't regret it.

We didn't even know this existed, but enjoyed it tremendously. It is a small, hands-on aquarium with lots of other animals too. It is smaller than most aquariums, but it was great for the price and not over crowded. They have 2 large aquariums with various fish and sharks. They do shows at different times with a diver in the tank and highlight the various animals. They have touch tanks. Our favorite was the stingrays. They also have a bunch of farm animals as well. You can purchase food to feed the various animals.

This is a great place to bring young kids. I came with my 3yr and 5yr old. They loved it. The hourly shows are cool. We stayed for the scuba and the gator show. Very entertaining. Also don’t miss the chance to feed the different animals. The baby sharks were our fav to feed. It’s a nice local spot.

Decided to check it out due to the awesome reviews and it was definitely worth it! We've been to several bigger Aquariums and this one is a more unique, less crowded and personal experience. A family run operation with lots of volunteers all the animals looked extremely well taken care of. Some of the high points: ⭐ Touch tanks with no wait. We came at 11am and if you bought the feeding tickets the sting rays took it right out of your hand! ⭐ We saw two live shows and got to touch several other animals, even got to hold a baby alligator 🐊 We've been to Alligator Farm in St Augustine and they charge like $40 to hold and have your picture with a baby alligator. ⭐ Got to pet the farm animals and walk among the chickens/rooster/duck/turkeys you can go in and pet even without feeding them for this part. ⭐ A big tortoise chilling and walking around the park also was allowed to be "pet". ⭐ Got to see the reptiles get fed around 11:30am in their shaded corridor. ⭐ It looks like they will let you bring in a lunch box and sit at picnic tables to eat, there's also a snack shack right there. ⭐ Not one rude or unhappy staff person even though it was 95 degrees and there were some screaming little ones. Impressive! We tag teamed it with the free splash pad around the corner and there's several drive thru's on 19 thereafter. A fun day trip and supporting a family run aquarium and animal sanctuary. Buy tickets at the desk for -20% FL residents discount.

Had a great time today. From the fun of feeding the alligators, holding 1, seeing the baby gators, the crocodiles, feeding sharks.... all the creatures were so very lively and active. The staff has such amazing energy and really include the audience in their presentations. If you can only make it to 1 aquarium in the area I highly suggest giving this your time and attention. Thank you for all you do

This place is a lot bigger than I thought. We took plenty of pictures. The staff was very friendly. They have fans & water so if you get hot. Lot of it's covered so no direct sun. Adding a few pictures to give you an idea of what they have. They have shows in each section at different times. Price is reasonable especially if you get the annual pass. You can also purchase tickets to feed the fish as animals.

Parking lot is dirt and full of holes so deep you have to drive around them. Staff is vary friendly and helpful. Not a vary big place but what they have is vary cool I got to hold a baby alligator and the shows are good to. Little pricey I thought for what they have and the time you actually spend there.

Lovely stroll through the museum! Always worth seeing the permanent collection at Leroy-Rattner! There was some construction going on so parts of building was closed. Still a delight.

Really enjoyed my visit to this small art museum! Even though it’s not huge, the exhibits were creative, engaging, and well put together. The space is peaceful and easy to walk through, and the staff were welcoming. A hidden gem that’s definitely worth checking out if you’re nearby!

Highly recommend this exhibit to anyone interested in art or artists 🎨 featuring miniature paintings, artwork by alot of local artists currently. We went on a Sunday around 2pm and were surprised by how many people were there. It is absolutely FREE to the public.!! 😊 Local artists were there answering questions about their work for the kids that shared their interest in art. Definitely a worthwhile visit 🎨 🖼 🎭 . Closed on Mondays!

Very nice free art museum. Has permanent exhibits as well as rotating special ones.

Still my favorite modern art museum. I love the rotating artwork they put out a long with Rattners artwork.

I came here for an assignment, and the museum is quite nice! It is very peaceful and quiet. The Dalí Museum I have been to prior was nice but crowed and bloated with merch taking up way too much space...And overpriced. Here, the work speaks for itself and the staff is very knowledgeable and kind. Many people may not even know this is here, so spread the word and check it out!

Wonderful small museum with a beautifully displayed collection, principally featuring the art of modern expressionist Abraham Rattner. It was well worth the visit. We particularly loved the interactive "April Showers" installation. Enjoyed shopping in the gift shop, too!

Amazing. The first thing you will notice is the beautiful decor, including hand painted murals. Then you will be welcomed by the friendly and attentive staff. Next you will be treated to a fine selection of delicious family specialties prepared from scratch. Be sure to save room for one of the dozens of fresh baked pastries. Or take some home with you. This was an all around delightful dining experience! Worth a special trip. Bonus: free parking for patrons behind the restaurant. A $10 value!

Seated promptly and greeted with smiles. Our waiter Tom gave top notch service and very professional, assets to their business... All the stars in the sky Tom, loved your old fashioned mustache. The food was excellent. Unfortunately it was so delicious I forgot to take pictures. Gyro open face was same but separated. Fabulous flavors and absolutely delicious.. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.. Tarpon Springs is Sponge Capital with the best Greek food and amazing desserts.

Hellas Greek Restaurant & Bakery – Review We visited Hellas after our cruise on the Odyssey. It was a Sunday, and with most restaurants closed, we were so glad to find Hellas open and welcoming (they serve until about 9:30–10 PM). Our server was incredibly hospitable, making us feel right at home. Since we had our pet with us, we chose to sit outside, and it was a pleasant experience. As vegetarians, we were happy to find options on the menu. The portion sizes are generous, so we shared our dishes and still left feeling full and satisfied. Overall, it was a warm, relaxed dinner with great service and hearty food — the perfect ending to our day.

This place is amazing! Our Greek friend sent us with a list of required treats from Hellas Bakery. We purchased Coconut Pasta, Chocolate Kok and Baklava as instructed. Next we headed into Hellas Restaurant. We ordered the Avgolemomo Soup (Lemon Soup) also recommended by Friend Steve. It is a light chicken, egg and lemon soup with orzo pasta and comes with Greek Bread and seasoned olive oil for dipping. Fantastic! Soup was so delicious with the most subtle delicate lemon flavor. My friend got the Gyro and pronounced it, very good and homemade Taziki sauce, excellent! I chose the Grouper Sandwich and switched my fries for potato salad. Potato Salad was delicious with light dressing and a few nice crunchy chopped veggies. I am usually a mustard potato salad fan, but this was good with great fresh potato flavor. The Grouper Sandwich was a lovely, thick filet, perfectly fried, crunchy on the outside and moist and juicy on the inside. Sandwich came on a nice toasted bun with lettuce and tomato. I skipped the tartar sauce and added some Taziki to my sandwich and it was great! Our Server, Kevin, was friendly, helpful and attentive which made our lunch even better. The whole dining experience was exceptional! Fully sated, the bakery goods were enjoyed the next day but everything from the bakery was amazing. Rich Chocolate Kok was chocolate sponge cake wedges, sandwiched with a light chocolate filling and rich, dark chocolate icing on top. Coconut Pasta was a delicious moist yellow cake with white (poss buttercream?) frosting and a very generous topping of toasted coconut. Baklava was traditional with toasted Philo dough and very fresh nuts and honey in the layers. Sticky and wonderful! Grateful thanks to our friend Steve for his recommendation. We will make Helllas Restaurant & Bakery a required stop in this area. Highly recommend Hellas Restaurant and Bakery! Kate the Artist

The bakery is right next to the restaurant. Nice and bright inside with booths and tables and chairs. Very quick to order your deserts. Authentic Greek bakery !! I had the cannoli it was so delicious, creamy filling with lots of chocolate chips. The chocolate cheese cake was good but not the best I've had. Still worth going.

We have frequented Hellas Restaurant & Bakery for over 20 years!!! We have taken many visitors and relatives who later RAVED about their experience! Talk about delicious and authentic! The portions are huge! The service is fantastic! (Recently had Robert as our server and he was phenomenal!!! Very polite, very efficient and did a fabulous job of taking care of our needs). We did the OPA (flaming cheese!) and talk about delicious! The presentation was outstanding and part of the Greek experience! (Thank you Robert!). The employees are so happy and friendly, and seem to love what they do, which speaks volumes for the management! The Bakery is a must! Even if you are filled to the gill, take something to-go as we always do! We took the Skolotopita Chocolate Sponge Cake to-go and it was so yummy!!! When we left the Restaurant, we noticed a huge, colorful rainbow over the Restaurant! Even the heaven's love Hella's! ❤️

My daughter and I came here so she could try some Greek food. We both got the lamb gyros. It was best I had. It is beautiful inside and the bakery next door looks amazing. They have a ton of workers standing around so u can tell it gets busy. Our waitress was nice.

This isn't a major beach. Its small but nice. There is plenty of available parking. This is probably a good beach for families but don't expect it to be amazing. Honestly I wouldn't go out of my way to get to this beach. But if your in the area amd want to be near water. Here you go.

This little island in Florida, connected by a bridge, is such a charming spot for a photoshoot. The trees and rocks are beautifully arranged, the sand is light and clean, and there’s even a volleyball net, benches, outdoor showers, restrooms, and shaded pavilions with tables. The kids’ playground has sun protection, and there are even free toys for children to play with — such a thoughtful touch. Dogs aren’t allowed, which actually makes it a perfect place for families to relax. There are no lifeguards, and the island is definitely more about taking photos, sunbathing, and enjoying the sunset rather than swimming. We saw a dolphin and several kinds of birds, and parking was completely free. The island is open every day from sunrise to sunset. I definitely want to go back — it’s the ideal spot to bring a book and a comfortable chair and just unwind.

This quaint beach is a refreshing little escape from the other barrier islands further south. It has just enough to stay the whole day. Sunsets from here are next level stunning. Recommended for all ages; but a nice spot for a couples retreat.

Sunset Beach is absolutely stunning—a peaceful spot with soft sand, gentle waves, and, true to its name, some of the most beautiful sunsets you’ll ever see. As the sun dips below the horizon, the sky lights up in shades of orange, pink, and purple, making it a perfect place for evening walks or capturing amazing photos. The beach has a laid-back, friendly vibe and doesn’t feel overly crowded, which makes it ideal for relaxing. Whether you’re there to swim, have a picnic, or just sit and enjoy the view, it’s a great place to unwind. A true hidden gem for anyone looking to enjoy natural beauty in a calm setting.

Not sure if it was the time of year, but water was not great for swimming or just being in it. Great place to grill and kids play in the park. Also a great place if you have a Jet Ski.

Beautiful little Park just south of Howard Park. Free parking and a nice sized little beach few people. A nice change from the larger beaches.

Love this beach. Clean and quiet. Playground and sandbox tools share box.

Wonderful park with beautiful Victorian homes surrounding the bayou where if you’re lucky you may see some manatees playing or relaxing in the spring and possibly some dolphins hunting the sea wall. It has a public boat ramp and a cultural center, bathrooms, tennis courts, playgrounds and more. Great place for dogs and families. Great place for kayaking or paddle boarding whether you go on a guided tour or on your own. Just please remember to follow all the laws regarding the manatees! Don’t miss out on this gem of a park!

I love this little park! Great place to take the kids, play tennis, fish. Took my littles here to fish and my 4 year old caught three fish!! Five stars for always being open, for having something for everyone and for being clean and pleasenlant to visit. ~The Taurian Chef

Craig Park in Tarpon Springs is an absolute gem! Whether you’re there to fish along the peaceful bayou, let the kids enjoy the playground, or hit the tennis courts, there’s something for everyone. The park is beautifully maintained with plenty of shaded areas, walking paths, and benches to relax and take in the view. One of the highlights is spotting manatees in the water—especially during the cooler months! It’s a relaxing, scenic place that truly captures the charm of Tarpon Springs. Highly recommend for a peaceful day outdoors or a family outing!

Took the paws on a walk for sunset 3/8 went today for the tarpon springs fine arts festival $5 entry, saw a manatee and dolphin yay! 7/4/25 Picnic in the Park for 4th of July!

This quaint little park is an absolute gem! Nestled in a charming neighborhood, it offers a refreshing escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. The surrounding houses add a unique allure to the area, as they look like they belong to another era or even a different part of the world altogether. These homes are not just buildings; they're exquisite pieces of art, meticulously constructed in the early 1900s. Their architectural details, from intricate woodwork to grand facades, evoke a sense of nostalgia and timeless beauty that you rarely see today. Walking through the park, you can't help but feel like you've been transported to a bygone era. The mature trees and well-maintained pathways only add to the charm, creating a peaceful and picturesque setting. It's the perfect spot for a leisurely stroll, a quiet read, or even a family picnic. What I love most about this park is how it seamlessly blends natural beauty with historical elegance. Every visit feels like a new adventure, as there's always some small detail or hidden corner to discover. Whether you're an architecture enthusiast or simply someone who appreciates the finer things in life, this park offers an enriching experience that leaves a lasting impression. I absolutely love it!

Very nice park. Handicap accessible sidewalk goes around park at waters edge. Picnic table and benches and a well manicured landscape and to the peaceful feeling you get being here. Wonderful to sit and relax, dangle your feet in the water, read a book, do your studies, or have a picnic. Boat launch, kayaking, fishing, playground, tennis courts. Nice indoor bathrooms. This is also home to a Heritage Museum.

A perfect spot for a walk and spend time with the family. Beautiful place, beautiful people!

Tried this spot for the first time and honestly, the food was just really solid. Super fresh seafood, cooked well, and nothing felt overdone or overly fancy — just clean, simple flavors that worked. You can tell they care about the ingredients. Service was chill and the place had a nice, easygoing vibe. Definitely one of those places I’d go back to without thinking twice.

Wow! I already want to go back. The atmosphere had a vacation vibe, which I wanted. The food tasted fresh and delicious! We were given a bag of hush puppies to munch on while we waited to order. The drinks were yummy. My only complaint was they were too busy. Hahah!

After going to Fred Howard Beach we were hungry for a nice lunch, seafood was on our minds. I googled best seafood near me and Rusty Bellies came up. We gave it a try and were so happy we did! The parking validation for a nearby lot giving 5 hrs was a nice touch. All staff was nice and we had a 20 min wait as told when checking in, promptly seated and our lovely wait person Lele was excellent, friendly, efficient and kept drinks filled. I had the Madame Butterfly shrimp with rice and Brussels sprouts, yummy. My guy had fried clam strips and French fries & cold slaw. I tried his clams and we both agreed they were the best we have had in years, sweet, tender and crisp, light, not greasy. Oh and right after being seated we were given a bag of fresh, delicious hush puppies, the best I’ve ever had. Once again, light, crisp yet soft on the inside, someone knows how to cook these correctly! A great dining experience with a nice view of the water and boats passing by too. We will be back!

Food was good, not great. The restaurant was very busy, but it was Sunday and lunch time in the tourist trap that is Tarpon Springs. We had an outside table, but it was kind of jammed in the walkway behind the bar. Super loud! Waitress was very friendly but our food took 45 min to arrive. My fish tacos were ok, I paid extra for the “fresh grouper” but it didn’t taste fresh. My wife had the Greek salad which was very good. Serving hush puppies to each table instead of bread was a nice touch.

New to the area and we are still exploring waterfront eateries. Rusty Bellies did not disappoint!! We were seated outside overlooking the Anclote River, and it was a gorgeous full moon evening. I went simple…peel and eat garlic shrimp and a house salad. The salad was crisp, with pecans, raisins, goat cheese. The shrimp were huge, fresh and flavorful. The garlic wine sauce was so good I couldn’t stop eating it. I brought home a leftovers because of the generous portions. My boyfriend had the crab soup and seafood Mac and cheese, he loved both. The complementary hush puppies add to the charm and atmosphere. If you’re looking for fresh seafood from local sources in a warm and welcoming southern eatery, go to Rusty Bellies. It’s near historic Tarpon sponge docks and parking is free across the street which was a nice bonus. I can’t wait to go back and have more shrimp lol.

We have eaten at Rusty Bellies numerous times before. Sometimes it was muah and other times meh. Being on the water is always the best part so a consistent solid ten for atmosphere. This time we went for lunch via the trail and it was gorgeous out. Sunny and 75 🌞. Server was on point and had great suggestions. Started with the crab wontons and then greek salad and hot peel and eat shrimp. Ordered a lovely French Pear Martini that I would gladly have swimmed in, it was so delicious. Five stars today, Rusty! Great way to spend a beautiful afternoon on the docks. Now to ride my bike back after that gorgeous martini....😎

Food was delicious!! That crab bisque is out of this world!! There were generous portions of crab throughout a most deliciously rich and thick bisque! I wish I had snapped a pic to share! I did however take a picture of dinner which was the Chicken Dakota. Sauteed chicken breast in a lemon cream sauce with tender pieces of artichoke, topped with feta cheese served with rice. The fish dip appetizer and hush puppies were also delicious! Our server, Henry, was fantastic! He stayed on top of drink refills, kept the table clear of empty plates and glasses and came by often to check on us. Very friendly and efficient. Hard to find qualities in restaurants these days! Try this place, ask for Henry, and you WON'T be disappointed!

So much fun! I loved seeing people of all ages enjoying the games—from toddlers to the original pinball wizards. The atmosphere was vibrant and full of nostalgia. We’ll definitely be back to hone our skills and settle some debates over Mortal Kombat, Ms. Pac-Man, and all the epic pinball games

This place is such a gem! My mil told us about it and for the price you can't ask for more! It's a one price all day and you can come in and out. They have such a variety of pinball machines and old school mario games. The feeling of nostalgia came flowing back and getting to share that experience w my son made it even better! Well def be back!

The Replay Pinball Museum is a great place for the family. This place was filled with many different games such as pinballs and classic arcade games. You only pay one fee of 16 dollars per person and you have access to unlimited games for the whole day. I highly recommend this place if you’re looking for some entertainment while visiting Tarpon Springs.

Fantastic collection of video game consoles and pinball machines all set to free play. One ticket and you can play all day. Was a great trip down memory lane!

Very cool spot, had a great time..very chill. Lots of games to play great neighborhood vibe. Look forward to coming back.

Stop in during first Friday and played as much as we wanted. Great price and wonderful employees. Must stop by if you like pinball.

Just had my 55th bday party here and Fred the host could not have made it any better. This place brought back so many nostalgic memories. Fred constantly made sure that everything was ok and that if we needed anything to let him know. He was very professional. I would highly recommend this place to anyone seeking to play some cool pinball machines and retro gaming systems. All you can play all day for $16? What a bargain and what an amazing day. Thank you Fred for making my 55 very special.

It was a beautiful sunrise today here at Anderson Park. It's always gorgeous after we've had a lot of rain and everything starts to bloom. The boat ramp is open early, but the park is actually open till later. Great hiking trails in the shade. There's swings, a dog park. Very nice pavilions in the shade along the lake. They are also building a new boardwalk. Very well-maintained County Park. Simply paradise photography.

Very beautiful and well kept county park in Tarpon Springs. Nice playground, plenty of pavilions (some on Tarpon Lake), picnic tables with grills and bathrooms. Beautiful nature all around and even a dog park! A beautiful tree for photos as well!

Beautiful park, very well maintained. We frequent this park to admire the Spanish moss on the mature trees and explore looking for alligators. On the walking trails, the trees are so tall and foliage all around, you feel as though you’ve stepped into the jungle even though it’s right off of highway 19. Each picnic table has a semi private lake view which is perfect for a picnic. Also appreciate that the playground is a good distance from the lake for keeping the kiddos safe.

As a new boater, I really enjoyed this place. Huge lake to practice maneuvering and getting a feel for your boat while not being in others way or a boat channel like salt water. Multiple ramps and easy as can be as they are basically zero incline. Multiple other boaters out today (Saturday) but due to the other ramp lanes and the overall very chill vibe of this place we never felt rushed. Great spot to learn boating. There are alligators like any freshwater we saw a few. But as long as you don’t bother or try to feed them they tend to keep their distance. Awesome place great for newbies

Wonderful park, very nice and clean. Huge open spaces to walk or run in, and a nice little playground for children at least in the area we went to. This place is surprisingly big!! The park ranger we met was also so nice. She talked to us a lot about the gators that live there! Highly recommend coming!

5/21 took the dogs here on a walk, did about 1.5 through out the park. Shaded, saw an alligator, birds, hawks, and grasshoppers. I grew up 25 plus years ago coming here as a kid!

👋Visited the park on a Friday afternoon, very quiet,very well maintained everywhere, absolutely beautiful views of Lake Tarpon, large play area for the kids 🛝large dog🐕🐕‍🦺 park for the animals, plenty of walking trails and pavilions and picnic areas, plenty of shoreline area for fishing or just enjoying view of the lake and wildlife👍👍😎

What a gem this little museum is, tucked in downtown Tarpon Springs by the Pinellas Trail…of course, because that was a former railroad and this museum is housed in an old rail depot. There is a volunteer interpreter when you come in who will get you acquainted with the first room, the former ticket and registration area. And then you are free to wander through the other back rooms as well, that capture the rich history of this area. From the agriculture to the sponge diving trade, Tarpon Springs had a lot going for it over the years. And some wealthy patrons to help it along the way, as well as a hard working citizenship who also sent their young men off to the World Wars. Admission is free but do the right thing and drop a few dollars in the donation box, and make a purchase or two in the gift shop. I will be back because there is so much to see!

We definitely could have spent a lot more time here. There is so much history. The museum is actually a lot bigger than it looks.

The Tarpon Springs Historical Train Depot is a gem that offers a fascinating glimpse into the area's rich past. From the moment you step inside, you're greeted by Barbara at the front desk, whose friendliness and knowledge set the tone for a memorable visit. Her warm welcome and eagerness to share stories about the depot’s history make you feel right at home. The depot itself is meticulously preserved, with exhibits that transport you back to the heyday of rail travel. Vintage photographs, artifacts, and restored rail cars give visitors a sense of the significant role the railway played in the development of Tarpon Springs. The attention to detail in the displays is impressive, making it a delight for history buffs and casual visitors alike. For families, the scavenger hunt for kids is a standout feature. It's thoughtfully designed to engage young minds, encouraging them to explore every corner of the depot. This interactive activity not only makes the visit educational but also incredibly fun for children, who can learn about history while enjoying the thrill of a treasure hunt. Tarpon Springs Historical Train Depot is a must-visit. With Barbara’s friendly guidance and the engaging scavenger hunt, it’s an enriching experience for all ages, making history accessible and enjoyable. Whether you're a local or a tourist, this charming museum is well worth a visit.

I cannot recommend this museum enough! The woman who greeted me at the door (who I sadly/rudely never got the name of), enthusiastically led me through thw museum giving me an extremely informative, and interesting, tour. I mentioned I had a short amount of time, and she did a fantastic job, pointing at the highlights, and going into greater details when I showed additional interest. My favorite information that I learned about was the progression of how the sponge industry in Tarpon Springs came to be, how the initial Greek immigrants were brought over through a friendship between businessmen, and all the ties this place has with pop culture in America as a whole (greek potato salad was invented here!). I was floored to learn that the woman who helped me was a volunteer. She was born and raised in Tarpon Springs, and clearly had a love for her town. I could not believe that this was a free museum, and wish I had several hours to go through every detail. A bonus - they have a cute little gift shop corner, I bought a couple of cool photos of the town for only $8! Please make sure to stop by here before you make your way down to the sponge docks. You won’t regret it!

Very pleasant surprise as the visit was not planned. I had a very pleasant and informative visit at the railroad museum in Tarpon Springs. The lady at the front desk was very pleasant and very knowledgeable. I could have been talking with her all day about the history of rail way as well as the history of the area. She directed us to the docks where the original sponge diving occurred. I would like to thank her for welcoming me with her vast knowledge of the railway station and her friendly approach to a visitor in her area. The museum is very interesting indeed. Thank you from a visitor from Canada.

A must see in Tarpon Springs. So much history about tarpon springs. So many historical pictures and antiques in the old train station. We were very surprised to find this hidden gem in downtown Tarpon Springs. Make sure you find all the stars in the museum. I will certainly visit again and spend more time on my next visit.

Very nice little museum. A lot of history to look at.

Pretty small and not a lot to see. We got the combo ticket for this and the nearby Safford House, but I don't think I'd pay to visit this by itself again.

Beautiful art pieces and history of the area.

Fantastic small museum showcasing history about Tarpon Springs through art, displays, and historical history of the area. The volunteers are very friendly and very helpful with any questions. This is a must visit if you live in the area.

This was a lovely museum to visit. The paintings by artist, Christopher Still, are breathtaking and beautiful. I think the short documentary video they show at the museum about the artist and Tarpon Springs with its rich Greek culture is nicely done. The museum's historical photos and write ups about The Epiphany Celebration in Tarpon Springs by the Greek Orthodox Community are interesting. Also, seeing the artifacts, Manatee skeleton, and learning how Tarpon Springs fishing for sponges began, the diving and fishing equipment used during the 1900s, and how the sponges are processed is all very interesting. I definitely recommend visiting the museum.

This is well worth the visit and the entry fee, which is only $5 - with military discount only $3 - in either case it's worth it, the folks who put this project together have done an excellent job. Children will enjoy it!😀

Attended a Tarpon Arts Lunch and Learn program at the Heritage Museum. Their meeting room has horrid accoustics! I do NOT recommend this space for any type of special events until they implement sound mitigation. The program information was helpful. The speaker was very knowledgeable. Alas, he discussed art but showed crowded small photos of the art. The projector wasn't even aimed at the top of the screen so most people had to crane their necks around other people's heads trying to see. The lunch was fine. Alas, it was served in big single-use plastic boxes with prepackaged plastic tools, napkin etc. So much trash!

Beautiful museum . Gorgeous displays and Artwork . Wonderful tributes to and history of tarpon springs

A nice little town - more like a nice little street with some Greek character to it. Ok, houses are painted blue, and there are Greek flags all over the place. No shortage of Greek foods either! The only thing is the place is over flooded with souvenir shop selling sponges and you feel like you are at the market more than anything. Still we had good time and will most probably come back to get to know more about sponge business

Very nice little area to visit, you can walk the entire strip in about an hour, plenty of spots to visit, boat tours, restaurants, bakeries, shops, etc. Definitely the area give you the Greek vibes, especially because of the restaurants, and the boats. Always try to find free parking at the end of the street instead of overpaying for the parking lots, there's plenty of free parking at the end and then you can walk the strip up and visit all the different places. If you want to buy sponges (a must have on this town) take your time to visit all the different stores, some will overcharge with elevated prices, but if you take your time you can find good deals worth of taking some sponges home. Restaurants and bakeries are all very good, we enjoyed every place we ate from, good Greek food on every corner. We loved this little town, their streets, houses, parks, everything about it is really nice, their people are also very polite. You can visit all places around in half a day, not to big. Sea food is fresh, but I find it to be a little expensive. Over all, very nice place, if you are around make sure you stop by and browse all the little shops and places to eat, you will enjoy it!

This area is great for shopping, walking around and sight seeing. Took a boat ride on one of the boats with a narrative on Tarpon Springs and how it all came to be. Had some treats and bought some stuff. Great day walking and watching all the activities.

Nice little town with amazing Mediterranean/ Greek food.

Great ambience right along the water and all the boats 🚢. They have cruise times available too! Lots of restaurants and small boutiques for shopping. Awesome food and a good selection of restaurants. ENJOY 😉

It was the artisans fair day so, every corner had a tent. Lots of people. Still very nice place to walk in a cool day

Such a beautiful town, lots of fun shops and many amazing places to stop to eat! We had lunch at Hellas absolutely incredible!

Beautiful beach, lighthouse. Saw many shorebirds and heard a eagle but didn't see it.

Anclote is a beautiful island to take your family for a picnic, or just a walk on the beach. There is easy access to pull a boat rite up to the beach. all along the Gulf side and on the north and south ends. There is also a ferry boat that brings people to the south end. I hear it is very affordable. It's definitely a must if you live around the area. There is also great fishing around the island.

Beautiful north cost with plenty of room to anchor boats without being more than 30 feet from sandy Beach. Typically a calm area without too much of the rowdy boat crowd.

I must have come to this place at least a dozen times with family and friends. Having a boat definitely makes it much easier to frequent this place and enjoy the multiple things there is to do in this place. Our first trip we had a nice picnic right on one of the sandy beaches and then went walking the trails. Another time we went around the island on our sailboat until we found a nice spot to stop for a nice lunch and siesta on a hammock. We loved this place so much that we wanted to try the primitive camping. Camping turn in to a true adventure as we picked the wrong time (just before a cold front rolled in) however it remains one very memorable occasions we have gone through as a family. Definitely one of my favorite spots in this area.

It's a beautiful island. You can only get there by boat. The water is pretty and clear. We saw several different sizes of stingrays swim by us, a couple manatees and dolphins, bunches of shells and different birds. We were wade fishing and caught speckled trout, skipjack and mackerel. I didn't get to explore the island so hopefully next time.

Wo w! This island is So Beautiful. When we visited was a great time of the day. Late afternoon on a weekday. Not too many people. Lots of great seashells to pick up. The water is Very clear here. Can't wait to go back.

Beautiful island with really great beaches on the north end and really clear water. Just beware if you camp here - if there is no wind the bugs will carry you away! Other than that I highly recommend it especially if you own your own boat and can hang out for a little while.

Majestic building with interesting architectural details and a lot of interesting history. The rooms are beautifully curated with decor and artifacts. Combine a visit here on your way to the sponge docks. We didn't buy tickets in advance but it might be a good idea during the holidays.

Great tour with knowledgeable and friendly staff. They were starting to put up Christmas decorations.

We practically had a private tour. The tour guide was very informative and made it fun. He answered all of our questions.

I have a penchant for exploring old homes and I enjoyed our tour of the historic Safford House which once belonged to Governor Safford. Debbie was an excellent docent as she patiently detailed the story of this prominent family - both the governor and his sister who was a trailblazer for women. Many antiques and period furnishings but the story of the family was most interesting.

What a hidden gem! Found this on a Google search looking for interesting places to go. It didn’t disappoint. Beautiful house. Interesting family. The docent, Caroline, made the tour very enjoyable. We’ll be back during the holidays.

Beautiful home. Amazing history. The tour is interesting and fun! The tour guides are friendly and knowledgeable. It was a great place to spend some time on a hot summer day in Tarpon Springs! Highly recommend!

Holiday presentation with harp playing and story telling and your. Excellent experience!

This splash pad was so fun!! My toddler loved it. It stopped working twice while we were there and I am unsure if that is a common problem. They were also hosting a free family festival with bounce house water slides so I’m not sure if that impacted anything. They have restrooms, water fountain, big free parking lot (a little dusty), a playground, and more! With a stroller we could have walked to the sponge docks.

My grandchildren loved visiting the TS Splash Park. It's best for toddlers and preschool kids. The park is clean and its not super big. You can see your kids within the fence from every angle. There is a lightning detector so the water shuts down for your safety until it's safe. It's a fun day for everyone. It's partially shaded with bathrooms and plenty of parking. Next door they have benches, grills, a covered playground and a "New" kayak launch. There's an exercise area across the street with equipment for seniors. The dog park next door is also popular with 2 large areas for big and small dogs. Its fun for the whole family. Tarpon Springs is a great place to call home.

very clean splash pad. 10-12 water features to enjoy. nice playground right next to splash pad. access to river down wood boardwalk.

Very nice splash pad for kids. Adults were also there playing and getting wet with their kids. It has a double water slide that is small enough for even the smaller kids. Plenty of parking spaces, with several handicap spaces. There is also a playground next to the splash pad. I would recommend it very highly. It is free of charge.

Long walk to the kayak ramp. Bring your wheels. Super easy ramp, great paddle.

Loved this place. Shaded areas for parents and it’s very secure and fenced so our babies are safe.

Fun place!!! Splash park all fenced, water fountains, slides, kids had so much fun! There is a playground on the side, a dog park with obstacle course, kayak launch, plenty of parking. It’s a great free option for a hot day. Just keep an eye on the kids, a lot of running and slippery floors. But in overall super fun!!

My Boyfriend and I went to Tarpon Springs for the very first time last weekend (10/18/2025). My dad suggested we go as we live in Lakeland and there really isn't much to do in this city. We were absolutely so happy that we went. From the downtown area, to the Springs and up to the Sponge Docks, we fell in love with Tarpon Springs. We went to the very first parking lot on Dodecanese Blvd. and we were about to pay the $12 parking fee for the day until one of the meter maid's walked up to us, informing how much it was and offered us about a boat tour. We agreed as it included free parking. Albeit, we were surprised by the boat tour price for us both (at least $57 for my boyfriend and I), but we walked into the main shop, got our boarding passes, a gift bag, a food voucher for 10% off at Acropolis Greek Taverna. And we got a 10% coupon within the store. I bought 2 wooly sponges for my dad a long with the care instructions they provide. Once we looked around the small town and passed the time, we went on our boat tour down the Anclote River up to Anclote Key Reserve State Park. They did not disappoint with seeing dolphins, learning about Tarpon Springs as the Sponge Capital of the world and enjoying the beauty of the waters. Once we got to Anclote Key, they offered some baskets to collect your shells if you chose too and enjoy the Crystal clear waters under the Florida sun. By far, the best day ever with my boyfriend. The experience as a whole was magical! Far more magical than any amusement park in Orlando. For me, it was worth the money, the pricing, and the experience. It is their lively hood, so yeah, it may seem pricey to some. But I'd rather buy from Sponge-o-Rama and know that I am shopping locally than on Amazon.

Worth a stop while visiting the sponge docks.. the video is old but informative on the sponge trade and history. The store has decent prices on sponges and soap as well.

Nice selection of sponges and soaps. Offered 10% off coupons by quite a few people. Currently (March 2025) the sponge diver helmet photo is in storage (pictures in review). Looks like a recent remodel/ expansion has left the photo opportunity in storage. Hopefully, just temporary and can continue the 40 year tradition next time.

My go to no frills shop in Tarpon Springs to purchase sponges from. I found them to have the best selection and pricing within the Tarpon Springs tourist area. Now, don't plan on coming in there to cool off as it's a place more designed to meet your sponge needs. The staff is pretty helpful and friendly.

Loved the educated movie on the history of Tarpon Springs. Love this unique/Greek community in Florida! It's a MUST SEE, TO DO visit!

Was tickled when visiting the area to purchase a soap and sponge combo for my daughter and myself. I didn't realize till after we had tried to use our products that they stuck the sponge into the soap while the soap was still warm making an impossible to remove the sponge without totally damaging it. We were able to get the sponge off the second one after soaking it for a long time losing a lot of our soap and then using a knife to cut the soap to save the sponge. What a waste of money so sad

I have been coming here for 40+ years. Whenever company came to town, my parent's took them to Pappas Restaurant and then a nice tour on the river, and then to look at the vintage sponge exchange. When I was a child I loved the museum and 1950's movie about life here. The same movie is still playing today. The Sponge-O-Rama was hit from the hurricanes last year, and need donations. I will always keep this treasure in my heart!!! What a great Greek community!!

Perfect spot for a relaxing ladies’ day! The water was crystal clear with beautiful turquoise hues—so refreshing 🌊☀️. We loved playing cards and catching some shade under the pavilion 🃏⛱️. The boat ramp was busy but well-kept 🚤, and it was great to see the playground 🛝 and historic Indian mound nearby 🏞️. Restrooms were super clean and even had changing rooms—huge plus! 🧼🚻 Peaceful, pretty, and perfect for a beach day 🌴

We have visited many of the beaches and dog parks in the Tampa area. This is by far our favorite place to start or end the day with a dog walk. Beautiful sunsets, not over crowded, clean, working restrooms, and we have seen a few dolphins here. Thank you to all who manage this property.

I visit this park every time I visit my sister in Holiday florida. I love this place! It's beautiful and it's quiet. For me it's just the right amount of beach. 2 years ago I saw two dolphins in this swim area!

We enjoy Anclote River Park from time to time. No user fees, lots of parking, nice drive to get there, at least the latter part of the drive once you leave US19, and decent beach and swimming. So, obviously it’s not Clearwater or Belaire, but sandy beach all the same. If you keep your eyes on the water, and are there for the day, you are likely to see a pod of dolphins go by. It is nice even watching the pelicans glide along the water. So if you are looking for a low key, peaceful outing this might be your spot.

This charming park is free to visit and sits right along the water, with birds and squirrels adding to the lively atmosphere. It features a fenced-off swimming area and a well-maintained public bathroom. A paid boat ramp is also available. The county has done an excellent job keeping this park clean, safe, and beautifully maintained.

Fantastic place to spend the day with your family and friends plenty of grills to go around.

8/25 They have done a great job cleaning up! Kudos to the staff! We cruised around for a shady table with close parking. No problems watching the boats go by for a little while.

What would make a brewery even better? BOBA!!! This is such a cool little spot with great brews and the most amazing boba tea! Chris serves up real teas and dairy free milks with fresh made tapioca pearls! I had a Thai tea and it was perfect!!! They don’t serve food but the have popcorn for a nosh and they are happy to let you bring in food. We got pizza from a black away. Dogs are welcome!

Wow...what a surprise!!! We just happened to be walking by after dinner and decided to stop in. Live music, great atmosphere, friendly service! They have a variety of beers from ales to IPA, and even a Sour!!!! This was probably the most friendly place we have ever been. They are very pro military and have a pay it forward wall. They will put a magnet on the wall if you want to buy a drink. They give vets a free drink when they come in! It was the cherry on top of the night.

I've been to many sophisticated breweries. This humble place has it all and more. Great brews, great clientele. I greatly appreciate that this place is so supportive of our VETERANS. Great music (geez who plays this sort of music) And in Tarpon Springs. Great time.

Such a great local brewery! Big selection of craft brews. Plus, one of the BEST Stout beers I have ever had. *Super smooth* If you are in Tarpon Springs, stop by 5 Branches Brewing. You will not be disappointed ☺️

just (re)opened in Tarpon. a must try brewery with a big selection of beer styles. Two serious hubby & wife brewers producing a constantly changing wide variety of quality beers and beer styles.

My absolute favorite brewery! Proud to be an American! New location is huge! Super friendly staff, as usual!

Great little 'beach town' brewery.. The 5 Branches concept is really cool. Great staff. Good beers with a solid selection. Love the whole feel and vibe.

I booked this cruise for my man's birthday. We've never been to Tarpon, it was a great afternoon! The captain and bar tender/ ticket taker/comedian/photographer were the BEST. The sunset was breathtaking, the island was secluded and a great little escape. We'll book the longer cruise next time!

I can’t speak highly enough of this cruise company. The boat is super clean and huge, plenty of space for your whole family. The drive to Anclote Key is beautiful and the island is just stunning. White sand, clear water, perfect for looking for shells 🐚. There were not many people on the island (we went out there on a Thursday) The best part was by far Spring and Captain Jared, super nice with a huge knowledge about the islands, wildlife and everything you will see. Spring gave us a lesson in all the marine wildlife and showed us different shells, any shell we brought her she knew the name instantly. This tour is a must go when you’re in Tarpon FL!

We had the best experience with Odyssey Cruises in Tarpon Springs, FL! We went on their Moms and Tots Monday deal and it was such a fun outing with friends. Our group had kids ranging from ages 2 to 5, and every single one had a great time. The dolphin cruise and shelling adventure was the perfect mix of excitement and relaxation, which worked really well for families with young children. The staff was friendly, helpful, and made the whole trip smooth and enjoyable. I love that they offer family-friendly deals like this because it makes planning outings with kids so much easier. If you are looking for things to do in Tarpon Springs with kids, I highly recommend booking a dolphin cruise with Odyssey Cruises. We will definitely be back!

Booking the Odyssey Cruise was a breeze with their easy-to-use online system. Parking was convenient and reasonably priced at just $8. The cruise itself was on a comfortable 49-passenger boat, which made for a pleasant and not overly crowded experience. Our on-board guide was friendly and informative, sharing interesting facts and history throughout the trip. We had about 30 minutes to explore the island, which was just enough to enjoy the scenery and take photos. Overall, it was a smooth, well-organized, and enjoyable outing — great value for the price

Cannot recommend this cruise company enough!! From the start, all of the staff were so welcoming. There was a nice seating area to wait in prior to departure. Captain Rick was absolutely amazing. He told us so many facts and stories about Tarpon Springs, it was so informational! You can tell he absolutely loves his job and the town. His passion truly shines and he wanted everyone to have the best experience. Highly recommend!!

My daughter and I went on this trip, which lasted a total of two hours and was spectacular. The captain and his crew are very professional and courteous. Before leaving the island, we had the wonderful experience of watching a dolphins family fishing on the shore of the island. Was super!!!!

What a great Dolphin 🐬 Cruise! We had such a fun time! Adam was very accommodating to my son with autism. Our Captain, Dallas and Tour guide, Chuck were so knowledgeable and helpful. We got some really cool shells 🐚 and saw lots of dolphins on our back to the docks. Definitely recommend!

If you’re in Tarpon Springs and don’t wander off the main drag, you’ll miss this little gem. Tucked away on the back streets is National Bakery — serving up old-school Greek pastries since 1925. The baklava? Rolled like an egg roll, crispy on the outside, soaked just right inside. Easily the best thing I had in town. No flash, no frills — just trays full of pastries that actually taste homemade. Total surprise find while walking, and absolutely worth the detour. Support the small spots. This one’s a keeper.

100 year old bakery servicing all the local restaurants and walk-ins! Lots of history still using the same old wooden block table for the dough and the same mixers and ovens.. amazing place 👏

I had the best baklava, it was just amazing, delicious. Price is 4 dollars totally worth it. They have other items but could not have more sugar.

Bought some delicious pastries on our first day in Tarpon Springs. Went back the next day for more and Valerie was wonderful explaining the pastries and gave us a tour of the bakery. Wonderful experience and delicious baked goods. Thank you Valerie and staff!

I'm Greek and been to Greece several times. I was literally saying to my kids...I miss the tiropita (cheese pie) I used to eat in Greece. Fluffy layerers of phyllo warm and delish feta cheese on inside. Brought back memories. Then we walked into this bakery. Had a tiropita! AUTHENTIC as can be! Just finished eating lunch but could not pass this up. Cant wait to come again and have tiropita and a dessert! Efharisto Stavroula!.

Best baklava I’ve eaten in my life. Seriously. Highly recommended!

Wow. The owner is so sweet and kind. She gave us a tour of the bakery. The table has rounded indentations from rolling the dough for 100 years!!! You have to try one of everything. Great baklava varieties and they have both savory pastries and sweet pastries.

Bougatsa, Frappe, and Koulouri Thessalonikis all tasted as authentic as they come. Service was friendly and polite. The tables outside provide a friendly gathering place for patrons.

Yummy, moist baklavas. Employee was very hospitable and answered our many questions. So many delicious looking desserts and breads. We ended up picking up a few pieces to enjoy later on our road trip.

I ordered two different types of mini Baklava (plain and chocolate) and one Bougatsa. Everything was delicious and I preferred the baklava here over Hella’s.

Local bakery with desserts and breads made from scratch and no preservatives. Loved their frappe

A Must every time we come to Tarpon. Authentic and delicious baklava and many other breads and treats. Service is always friendly and we feel like family.

We love this bakery! They make the best Greek cookies/pastries!!!! Love their bread too. The ladies running the place are extremely kind and generous. We just love coming here!

Stopped by and tried their baklava and needless to say went back the next day to buy more before heading home. The owners wife was very nice. We also bought their feta bread which was amazing. We will definitely be going back.

Great little local brewery. Hot Dog Water (don’t let the name scare you) is a great tasting double IPA. Highly recommended!

Great microbrewery and bar by Chad & Dad. Young brewer Chad does a great job brewing & keeping about 17 taps going at any given time - excellent range from high octane IPAs & dark beers like porters/stouts to German style Kolsch/NZ Pilsners to crisp lagers to an occasional saison. Very friendly welcoming atmosphere in this family dog friendly neighborhood brewery in the heart of downtown Tarpon Springs. Nice outdoor drinking area out back for drinking alfresco!

We loved this spot. Genuinely well crafted beers and awesome service. Can't wait to return.

Very cool little brewery in down town Tarpon Springs. Lots of unusual selections, all very tasty. Had fun playing cards with a nice group is friends this evening. Friendly bartender, very accommodating, fun place!!!

Great! Beer lovers must come here.

Long time customer. Literally from when they opened Most creative brewer in the area Has new beer on tap. Matador. His take on an English pint. Excellent

We liked a couple of their beers (we like stouts, porters and sours), downtown tarpon springs is charming. The building is pretty charming as well, outdoor area isn’t the most appealing beer garden I’ve ever seen, but it’s got a big fan and for what ever reason it smells like garlic bread!

Love any restaurant with an ocean view, so that's a plus lol. Food was good, and my sandwich. but the roast beef was a little chewey. Maybe sliced a little thinner. The fries and Tuna were great

More of a bar with food in a fish camp than a bistro but that doesn’t detract from the good food provided by the permanently parked food truck, the smiling servers and the vibe provided by the traffic on the river and the occasional boat that stops so the boaters can eat and drink. We enjoyed our mahi-mahi bites as an appetizer and our grilled grouper with fries (fish and chips) as a main course.

Great food, great vibes and amazing service. The lobster roll was perfect and not too rich. Fish spread was amazing too. Cold drinks and friendly staff with awesome views of the water and saw some dolphins too. Will definitely be returning here soon to try their shrimp n grits. Reminds me of a place called Nauti Nancy’s that isn’t open anymore but on the water!

May was the best server ever! We just stumbled upon this this afternoon while trying to decide what to have for dinner. Super fresh seafood, the biggest Cuban sandwiches I have ever seen and fantastic hamburgers! To die for homemade chips and Big Shrimp!! Not a large menu, but something for everyone. (Do you really need more than 2 pages to choose from?) I saw the biggest Lobster Roll I had ever seen come to a table near ours. My husband wants to go back and try that! This is most obviously a locals place, now I am sharing it with you. Seek this little place out. They do have a little dock space to tie up and come in to eat. Perfectly dog friendly! Even had water bowls for our Little Man! (Fun ..Legos to level up your table on the dock. You just grab some parts out of the bucket and build it yourself! May said she would get it for us. But, my husband was enjoying himself)

Food was good. Drinks were also good. The atmosphere is very inviting and I enjoyed it very much. Wish they had more TVs but thats just me. The place is dog friendly and thats something I really appreciate. Highly recommend and I will come again.

Great place for lunch! Walked there from the sponge docks. Right on the calm water, lots of pelicans to watch on the water. Drinks are limited to beer/wine I believe but tap beer was cold. We got the all gator bites, bahnmi, chicken tenders and ahi tuna salad. All so fresh and delicious!

So. We heard about this place while trying to eat someplace else. If you want a true "fish camp" experience without any "camp ", make your way to Bayou Bistro. All of the love goes into the quality and presentation of the food. Tuck yourself away for an afternoon of great food and service.

Attended Crimes of the heart play. Quaint venue.

Truly a gem :)

The Sponge Exchange is a fairly large group of shops and things to see all in one area. There is a full size sponge boat inside to see and several historic plaques. The area is partially shaded with concrete walkways and a fair amount of seating. This is an easy spot to shop a variety of shops with a minimum of walking.

Mostly cheap tourist-y type shops with the more desperate shop owners trying to lure us in with free samples. The candy store was the one exception and seemed nice. I'd recommend walking past the rest.

I am always in Tarpon Springs! Great food at Hallas Again! Did some Shopping. Always a good time!

I'm always looking for a interesting place that has it all. THIS IS IT... believe me, you'll love it.

A place full of colors. It is a good place to visit as a family. If you like some tranquility this will be a good place.

What an awesome area. Greek Community. Along with Greek food and hospitality. Excellent gift hunting. Shopping,

Great views. Varierty of things to see and great choice of restaurants. Highly recommend!

Didn't see much of the manatees or a dolphin but it was quiet. Peaceful and beautiful. Different birds tons of squirrels

What a beautiful park this is. The water is so tranquil and soothing. Lovely place to take a walk, with plenty of shade trees. There are many historic homes surrounding the park. And lots of the original masonry, making this spot extra special. Dogs are allowed, too🐶

Amazing very beautiful park, well maintained . Great for manatee viewing and just enjoying the nature.One if the best parks in the area.. Best for picnic and enjoying weekend with familh

I was married here beautiful spot lots of dolphins and manatees truly a special place a magical place.

The Tarpon Springs Bayou is the place where we hold Epiphany every January 6th. It is also the site for many other events like the Fine Arts Festival which is typically held in March every year. They have a saltwater boat launch, restrooms, a concrete path to walk around the Bayou, a park, playground, restrooms and lighted tennis courts. And it's just a block from Historic downtown Tarpon springs. 10 out of 10. Would highly recommend!

Such a beautiful place in Tarpon Springs... A small bayou at the west side of Tarpon and you can go there to walk even to relax and enjoyed the environment... Good for picnics at the weekends also and for little kids too... P.S. also here you can see at 6th of January the epiphany and the blessing of the water by the orthodox priests... such a nice experience with so many people...

Great place to see manatees and take a walk. There were at least 8 manatees in the water and they were active the day I was there. There are people kayaking and lots of people walking dogs. It’s a beautiful setting right in the city. There was plenty of parking and it’s free.

Amazing products and great staff! I have not been able to find certain Greek products in my town, and was able to restock with exactly the Greek brands I wanted. Well priced. Can’t wait to return!

Agora market has such a friendly and helpful staff. We go to Tarpon Springs to shop for our authentic Greek food items. They are reasonably priced and carry a big variety of Greek groceries. Cheese, spreads, pites, Greek staples, and a big variety of Greek wines.

The Greek food specialty market is family owned. We have been making purchases from them for about a decade, traveling from Tampa to Tarpon Springs specifically to purchase Greek imported specialty items. The quality and service are top notch. In recent years, the store had to be re-built from scratch due to two devastating hurricanes. After reconstruction, with upgrades and modifications made to layout, shelving, refrigeration, and stock, the friendly family personal atmosphere continues to this day (as we.drove there today to shop). I highly recommend this Greek specialty market.

Great selection of authentic greek products. Being greek myself, they have great stuff. The store owner was so sweet and kind. So worth checking out, it will brighten your day! ❤️

This is a small market I frequent when in town. Greek specialty items for cooking and snacking with a decent selection of greek wines. I like the olive oils, olives, pastas and coffee.

Petros is the best cheese monger in Florida - The finest Feta anywhere this side of Greece

Although it can be a little pricey, it makes sense due to all the products being high quality and imported from Greece. If you need greek groceries, this is the place to go.

Plan to pay to park in order to spend your money on old worn out "souvenirs" and old sponges. There are lots of places to eat Greek Food and that's about all to see and do unless you're gonna take a Dolphin cruise. I'm a born Floridian and haven't been to the docks in years....I can wait many more years before I go back. There are better places along our beautiful Gulf Coast line to stop and enjoy. 👎

Disappointed – Not What We Expected I was really looking forward to the Tarpon Springs Craft Festival, but unfortunately, it fell short of expectations. There were hardly any actual craft vendors—most booths had mass-produced or unrelated items. We were hoping to see more handmade goods and local artistry, but that just wasn’t the case. On top of that, we were constantly approached on the street by people trying to get us to sign petitions. It felt more like a political rally than a relaxing day at a craft fair. Overall, not the experience we were hoping for.

Great place to walk with family and visit all the shops in the area. I enjoyed it very much. Only downfall is the parking fees.

I love this place. Go to Loris Soaps and use her lotion! Seriously helpful and healing. Also the sponges absorb odor so much more than poufs. Teenagers who play sports would really benefit from these.

It was unique place to visit, busy on certain days...tons of Greek places to eat in...clean town!

It's was a beautiful afternoon!

Awesome store

My husband and I use the Groupon deal and got to have an amazing time trying four different wines and sampling cheeses and chocolates. The place is owned by a beautiful couple husband and wife who both put on an amazing display of art and culture as well as European style wines that don’t give you a headache. They’re opening soon attached to it. A sub and sandwich shop called flyaway Joe’s. That’s gonna have subs sandwiches, cotton candy and popcorn for the kids. It’s a lovely place to go to have a nice glass of wine and be in Good spirit.

Such a great time!! I always thought I hated wine but this experience has changed my mind!! The owners are the sweetest and gave us such a fun and educational tasting, I left with two bottles and a new appreciation of wine. No sugar, no chemicals, no water here! Can’t wait for their sandwich shop to open :)

What a wonderful experience! It’s well worth your time. They are getting ready to add a sandwich shop which will only enhance the experience. The owner was very pleasant, knowledgeable, and a lot of fun. I recommend trying this out! The wine is delicious.

Great experience at the winery! Joseph was very knowledgeable about wine and art as well. We enjoyed our time there. As we were the only visitors that day, Joseph made it his priority to make our visit unforgettable. He is a great storyteller and knows a lot about wine production. It was not just wine tasting it was a unique EXPERIENCE. We tasted 4 kinds of wines which were all great. We even tried unfiltered wine and saw how “wine thief” worked. At the end of the tasting we got a bottle of wine of choice to take home. Highly recommend visiting this place and experiencing everything they can offer. One of a kind thing!

Phenomenal experience and absolutely recommend. Not a traditional wine tasting, but enter open minded. They have quite the story to share. Best wine our group had ever tasted. Sulfate free, no added sugar, and preservative free wine. Incredible taste without the headache. The couple was happy to share information about wine and we left understanding what we should expect out of wine!

You will smile the whole time. Quirky and loaded with goofiness but we felt it was well worth the money, as long as you don't take life too seriously. This is the opposite of a bougie wine tour so don't be mad at it, just know what it is. That being said, it's great. The couple that runs this has quite the cute spiel, loaded with cheesy jokes, a slight bit of old marriage bickering, and some info about wine making. Imagine your grandparents making wine, definitely drinking some before you arrive and then telling you all about their stuff. They are adorable. Follow them as they cruise around the house and "vat room" on hover-round type scooters, telling you about their wine and wine making. The cheese and chocolate are in keeping with the vibe (hint), as you taste the 4 wines they have created. Not to mention, you leave with a bottle of your choice included in the price, which is a bonus. For the money, the experience is priceless...but like I said, don't expect it to be fancy or serious...because it certainly is not gonna fit that bill. Oh, and don't be late, because they start right on time. We had our reservation for 1:00pm...and were told they don't even open until 1:00pm...it seems that the words "open" and "getting started" must be synonymous haha. After getting parked and walking up at 1:03pm, the presentation was already in full swing. We were apparently late for class. I don't know what we missed, probably a little info about the art, but I think we are ok with that. Definitely go check these cuties out, and support their dream...you'll walk away grinning.

Such an adorable and quintessential winery. My boyfriend and I had a great time. The owners were lovely and informative. The wine was delicious. We purchased several bottles and will absolutely be back for more!

Beautiful views and awesome boardwalk/trail; hope post-hurricane repairs are made soon so that full extent to trail can be walked without bushwhacking around broken bridges etc

This is my #1 go-to park for hiking. It has rough, natural trails to hike along with water views. The park trails lead to other paved hiking trails. The Fred Marquis Pinellas Trail and the newer Elfer’s Spur trail that connects to Coastal Anclote Trail in Pasco county effectively connecting it to 3 other parks and lots more nature!

For my purposes, this trail was enjoyable. I was looking for a dog-friendly nature preserve. I was impressed by how much the sound of Highway 19 and Alt 19 was softened. You could hear it if you sought it out, but mostly this was a great escape within town. I saw a few folks on the trail, but it was secluded for the most part. Things to consider: • The majority of the trail is made of crushed sea shells. They are mostly eroded down but there are sharp pieces throughout. I still found the walk to be easy and my dog was not affected by it. • There is a major power-line running through the preserve. It’s pushing big power and you can hear it before you see it (why I dropped a star) Other Pros: + bathrooms throughout (I did not try) + trail signs throughout + benches throughout + at least two piers to fish off of + spot to launch kayaks + playground for kids + little free library

Did a short wall. Beautiful scenery at the deck. Free parking. Recommend for a short walk.

First and foremost: if you visit, bug spray is a must. Lived here all my life and I have never had this many mosquitoes on me at once. These ones were determined. Nice walkable trails. The on-trail restrooms appeared to be closed/not maintained given that the steps to them were completely covered with vines. We saw a lot of animal footprints (raccoons and something we couldn’t identify). Spotted some rabbits and a few tortoises on the path. No one else was in the park other than someone walking their dog, so it’s a comparatively remote trail experience. There are a few lookouts for fishing. The designated kayak launch post is like a mile into the trail, and not nearby any parking. The one picnic table was partially submerged in water. There weren’t many signs to give directions, which wasn’t super helpful as many of the trails either led towards private property or dead ends. But all in all, lovely trails but awful mosquitoes. I would love for the county to commit to maintaining the park more.

There are limited spaces for an RV 32’ or less! Nature!! Nice people at the phone today May2/2025.

Beautiful little park with a loop trail. Great for dogs. Not so much for strollers. But there is a playground for kids and a picnic area with restroom!

This was our first visit and my dog seemed to enjoy it. We were unprepared for gravel but after visiting a different one with sand, we liked the gravel better. There was plenty of grass area for her and benches.

Our family has been coming here for the last four years, and our two boys "Kaner Bouy & Beau Bear" love this dog park place. In addition, the community of pet lovers that come here are folks with deep love for their pets and are great neighbors and most full of goodness to share. Its properly maintained and is a refreshing location in Tarpon near the Docks.

Two parks, for small and for large dogs.

Large and small dog parks, both very large, partial shade, benches and obstacles to keep our pup occupied! Clean, convenient

It Has been about a year to long since My dog (Dakota) and I have been to our favor park.. The park is well maintained and fairly spacious for big dogs. Always good crowd of friendly dogs as well as there owner, w/ exception of 1 or 2 here n there lol..my dog n I will always have this park close to the heart do to meeting some cool dogs n great people I can call friends.. We will be visiting again real soon for sure….

Nice little place for the pups. Doesn't get to muddy. Use to be kinda hidden but very easy to find. Separate little/big dog area. Some small agility obstacles. Also a little splash park next door.

Burgundy enjoyed it. I can't let him off leash to run anywhere else, because takes off on adventures. He isn't the smartest dog 😁. He enjoyed his visit and we will go be going back. It was very clean, well structured and not crowded.

It is the best place Because It’s so much fun. It is the best because it is a nice place to be A kid. My favorites are The rope course, the free fall, the ball pits & the tube slide. You should go! -Bob

The kids love this place. Talk about a workout. Take all your future stuntmen and daredevils to check this great place out. The staff is super friendly and helpful. The prices aren't that bad, 20 dollars a month if you get a membership and since my kids love this kind of stuff we like to try them all out and then decide which one we like the most. There are no trampolines it's all bounce houses, ball pits, high jumps and slides. They even have a sky track or more like an obstacle course up in the rafters. They put a rope seat on you and a harness to keep you anchored in to a track for your harness to follow as you move through the course. Nothing but smiles and laughter the entire time and what kind of price can you put on that. My daughter's best friend had a birthday party there and we are so glad we went and found this place. Always down for a good workout and a chance to wear them out. Don't happen often. I can't wait to take them again. I may have had more fun than they did honestly. Everyone was tired when we got home too. That's always a win in our house.Thank you guys and keep up the good work. We will definitely be to see you all again.

Cool Idea but clearly not enough staff. Beware if you bring small children cuz the staff will not enforce the size restrictions. Allow the older kids in small kids ball pit. The staff also doesnt care about them throwing the rigid balls at each other. So bring eye protection for your little ones.

Signed the waiver and purchased tickets online. Walked in 15 minutes prior to our selected time. Clean facility and friendly staff. My daughter really enjoyed the ropes course.

Great little spot for the kids to do some jumping and climbing. Takes a minute to get harnessed up for the obstacle course, which can lead to lines, but it's pretty quick. Shorter kids may have some trouble getting the lead to follow portions of the tracks.

Booked Catapult for a birthday party this past weekend and all the kids (ages 1 to 16) and even parents had a blast! Loved being able to book around opening time and was even able to call a few days before to change our jump time (added extra hour) with no issues. We were not limited to just pizza and were allowed to bring our own party trays of food! The staff was very accommodating and our host Maggie was exceptional. She made sure our three hours ran smoothly from arrival, to serving lunch and bringing out the cake. Hoping to book another party here in the future :)

Love love love this place! $10 a month we can come every day! Wears the kids out soo much fun! Nice cool clean environment with cold AC. Drinks and snack while the kids play! It’s also huge!

Beautifully designed complex that intentionally blends into the reserve that surrounds it. There are a variety of trails, and all are accessible and simple to navigate. Staff members are friendly and knowledgeable, each 💯% invested in the preserve.

We did not know it, but they actually were having storytime when we arrived! My grandson loved the interactive areas, although some were broken. We walked the path, checked out the creek and stopped at the pavilion to eat our sandwich for lunch! It was a fun morning!

It is a beautiful place to go with kids or by yourself. There are 3 different trails, so if you are a beginner, no problem! There is a trail for you. There is a recreational center with a lot of fun stuff for kids. Highly recommended!

Did the wilderness trail mixed with Blackwater cutoff you will get dirty and wet but its fantastic. Saw wildflowers, animal tracks, deer! The store and exhibits are all free to get in and they are awesome.

This park is gorgeous! There’s cute deer, beautiful paths, and lots of information posted. Some parts of the south wilderness trail were still so wet they were impassable

Such a stunning park, trails were pristine. The education center and museum are so cute and we were very impressed.

This is an amazing nature preserve, but be warned that the trails are flooded on both the wilderness and blackwater trail. I did expand the "accessibility" of the blackwater flood bypass route (see image) by rolling a lot of extra logs over. For the longest route without flooding, go down wilderness and take the flat woods back, and finally end with the bird trail.

Honestly, a completely ageism venue. Not worth going to if you’re under 65 years old. People are frankly mean and disrespectful to anyone under retirement age. Please do not support the Tarpon Springs. Completely not worth it! Spend your money else where there are much better places with better acts and shows in the Tampa Bay Area. Not worth going. Worst venue that I’ve been in for just politeness and respect of an much more senior staff. Very rude. The shows have been some good and some bad. Overall the musical shows have been the best for more classic rock and country. The venue and staff will unfortunately make you feel very unwelcome if you’re under retirement age almost immediately.

I visited the theater on South Pinellas Ave to watch a production with my mom. The cast and crew did a great job. The play's script, unbeknownst to us, had at least 15 instances of using the Lord's name in vain. Had we known this was the case, we would have chosen to see a different play. I will gladly increase my rating if and when this theater chooses to include blasphemy in their list of content warnings on the webpage of their plays.

Website ticket processing is a disaster. Selected 4 seats, got error message about debit card which I checked had all the correct information. Would not complete order, still showing tickets in cart. Tried placing order again but got message this was a duplicate charge. Still no confirming email or anyway to print tickets but ticket chart shows seats now unavailable. My bank account was charged twice totalling almost $400! and have to go to box office when open to try to correct this mess.

We visited the place fot the twinning ceremony between the municipality of Chania from Greece and the local municipality. We were impressed of the ceremony and the hospitality of mayor mr Alahouzos and all the local people.

Went to see a comedian and was good. Who knew local performing arts hidden jewel. Thanyou for having something local than bars and antique shop. No food no drinks. Bring water and snacks if your hungry. Went to local restaurant, whole night including a few drinks at local tavern dinner, show and walked around town. Only cost tickets and dinner. 135.00$.👌👍👍

Lovely cozy venue, I hope to be back for another event.

It was nice to walk around this area since I graduated from Tarpon Springs High School. My 1962 class was the last class to graduate from this building before moving the present high school on Gulf Road. My father would have graduated from this building in 1928 if he hadn't dropped out of high school the last of his senior year. All in all, it was a nostalgic experience to visit this area and also my paternal grandparents' home down the street from here at 206 Ring Avenue.

RIP to one of the best playgrounds in the area. I hope the new one will still be nice for the kids, but the plans look soulless and boring compared to the charm of the old wooden one everyone loved. My kids were very sad to see it all torn down, and I doubt they will want to come back once the new one is open.

This playground is really cool! The main area is geared for children that are agile and/or older than 5. There is an area as well for the kiddos under 5. There are swings for infants and a tire swing as well. There's a double swing that has an infant swing attached. There are several open field around the playground. I like that there's a lot of trees near by before all of the shades they provide. Really cool playground!

Big shaded park with lots of activities to do on the play structures. Restroom facilities are clean; just bring extra tp and hand sanitizer. We've visited this park several times and there were several families there but didn't feel crowded and was a good chill vibe from everyone. Pretty clean and well maintained park. Recommend for any age group. Update: Equipment needs power washed.

Nice park with plenty of parking and shade. Although it doesn't have direct access to the Pinellas trail it's close enough that you can park there and start a ride. There are also restrooms, picnic tables, and a filtered water filling station here.

Great playground. Someome threw dirty diapers and empty chip bags on the ground in the middle of the play ground. So that was gross. Hopefully that doesn't happen often. Overall, it's a huge, fun playground. Reminds me of the old jungle gyms from the 90s.

Awesome playground next to some soccer fields. Restrooms where BERY clean, a small book station to grab trade or just read a book while your child is hard at play right near you. We will have a video review in a few weeks once we get more footage.

Nice park with lots of play areas and shade.

Glory to God. This was worth the trip to Tampa to witness

Wow, we loved every minute of our visit. The Bible Museum is beautiful and the history is spot on. Our guide is the grandson of Leslie Hale and he was a delight and was full of history and great gold nuggets of information. We will be going back.

Had great bible museum.

Enjoy a free tour, come and be blessed! We all learn to appreciate God's wisdom through this great teaching center! There is no place like it on this earth. You will not be disappointed. Do not hesitate! Fear of the unknown is not of God.

A MUST SEE EXPERIENCE A BOUNUS. show up for CHURCH Sunday morning at 10. Don't be late God's way is THE ONLY WAY!!!! No tickets. Just call to visit. No wait times

Excellent, incredible. JR was our tour member, lots of information. If you will like to learn how the Tabernacle had to do with Jesus, this is a must visit.

It was amazing‼️You can't take it all in on one day. Not even if you tried... There are hundreds of Bibles & information about them that you just have to see. There are wonder murals & just everything that you can think of. The gift shop was really nice with lots of books & other things of real interests. It's a wonderful place to take your family or friends when they come to visit. We totally agree anyone would love it.

Nice park for children. Playground,softball fields and tennis courts

I was at the park for a community Juneteenth Event. It was my first time visiting. There was a kitchen, clean restrooms, and nice playground equipment. The grounds were well kept also. There were bench tables also. A good location to have family reunions and such.

It's a nice neighborhood park. The bathrooms were terrible. There's a nice tennis court, baseball diamond, and basketball court. Close to a busy road.

We don't mind sharing our park

My only issue is they insyslled a carasoul most of them these days are made so they don't spin too fast but this one is too fast. Kids are flying off of it. It's a lawsuit waiting to happen.

Peaceful pretty there is water and bathroom but for aome reason its ALWAYS locked. But besides that its a nice place and i think you should visit it nice experience!! Lots of big slides and swings. GREAT place recommend it to Everyone they got little toys and big toys for kids.

Would NOT recommend. Worst park I've ever been too. It is a nice park, but its right in the middle of the ghetto. There are kids always cussing me out and calling me mean names because I'm white and the other kids are black (not trying to be racist) It smells like urine and cigarettes in the bathrooms. There are teenagers smoking sometimes and the people look like they are part of a gang. There are also gangs there. Also I was in the baseball field after it rained and kids got me all muddy and I had to walk home cold and muddy while people were laughing at me. Also it is dirty sometimes.

This historic location was the Spring Training facility for the St Louis Browns from 1925-1927. Today it's a little league with several nice fields, a concession stand and plenty of benches. There is an enclosed playground for toddlers and plenty of parking. The nearby bathrooms are just ok. The floor is sometimes wet and muddy. It's a fun place for everyone in the community. My grandchildren played there for years and I really enjoyed the family atmosphere. If you're new to the area this is a good place to meet new people and lasting friendships.

Fields are good. Concessions were typical. I suggest trying your best to not need to use the bathroom. Leaking toilet in the womens room causes the floor to be a muddy mess.

My kids played on those fields 20 years ago now my grandson plays ball there definitely nicer now then way back when but the bathrooms can use a little help

I bring my kids here,they hit balls with a bat, and throw and catch balls with a big glove made of animal skin, once the sun goes down vampire bugs come out to feed on your flesh and blood...

Cute fields. LOTS OF WASPS! Bring bug spray

Always a clean fun park to hang out at that's super close by 💕

Perfect.. .stands are covered...plenty of room...clean

Such beautiful work and kind welcome from David Fontaine! Unique and beautiful use of plywood as a medium and color on his frames.

Great little gallery for paintings from local artists!

Excellent collection of art. Happened to stroll in while exploring downtown Tarpon. Will definitely come back. The lady behind the counter had excellent customer service l, was kind and more than welcomed our kids as well as put up with all their questions.

Love this gallery purchased some of David Fontaines work.

I first saw information on Fox13 on. Oct 7thLove the artists work ,Would love to visit your business.I think the art work is so amazing and look forward to visiting.I am Carol Jenkins from Plant city,Fl.Thank you Fox13 for showing this segment.

First time going to this small but quaint little gallery in downtown Tarpon. Love seeing the work on display from local artist.

Beautiful art to see or buy from local artists. Friendly, welcoming staff. Also offers figure drawing sessions and art classes. No personal photography permitted in the gallery.