The Best Attractions in Pinellas County, Florida
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Safety Harbor Spa
This waterfront spa was once the site of a healing natural spring. In 1539, Hernando De Soto believed he had found the fountain of youth missed by Ponce de Leon. Today, the resort’s water stations, swimming pools, hot tubs, and spa treatments all use this natural healing water. Legend says that the natural mineral water is able to cure a wide range of diseases. Book a spa treatment and you will also get to enjoy all the resort swimming pools, minerals tubs, as well as a steam room and sauna. Bonus: they offer a wonderful weekend brunch buffet.
Sponge docks
Tarpon was settled by Greek sponge divers in the early 1900’s. As the city harvests over 90% of natural sea sponges, it is known as “the sponge capital of the world.” These sea sponges naturally inhibit bacteria and mold and are known to last much longer than artificial sponges. Consider stocking up on a few bathing and cleaning sponges at Spongeorama, home to the ” world’s largest selection of natural sea sponges.”
Replay Amusements
Replay is an old-school gaming arcade in Tarpon Springs. With all our new tech today, it’s fun to take a temporary step back in time. For just 14 bucks, you will get to play unlimited pinball and arcade games. They have lots of nostalgic games here including the original stand up Super Mario Brothers and Pacman arcade, the classic Silver Strike bowling arcade, as well as various pinball machines from the 50’s up till today. Your wristband is good all day so you can come and go as you please. Most pinball places I’ve checked out do not let you to come and go so this is a nice perk.
Wall Springs Park
The highlight off visiting Wall Springs Park is enjoying great views of the Gulf via a 35 foot observation tower. This quaint park was once the site of a mineral springs resort. While you can no longer enjoy the benefits of natural springs, you can enjoy a variety of tropical nature trails. Not only does this park feature a beautiful boardwalk trail, but it also connects to the wonderful Pinellas trail. Parking here is free and abundant, and therefore, this is the perfect place to start your biking adventure.
Oldsmar Flea Market
Take a walk around the largest flea market in the South, still going strong after 40 years. Today, you can find just about anything at the Oldsmar Flea Market – furniture, collectibles, toys, jewelry, as well as gourmet foods. Because much of the flea market is inside, this is a great activity idea during the summer months when it’s too sunny and hot to do much else. I love walking around here on a rainy day when there is not much else to do!
