The Most Beautiful Places in Tampa Bay
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Clearwater Beach
The most famous beach in Florida lives up to its’ reputation of best beach town. For the smoothest sand, the clearest water, the best restaurants, and the best entertainment, there really is no other choice. The smooth powder white sand here is made almost entirely of quartz and is cool to the touch. Toss your flip flops off and enjoy the feeling of “beach snow” beneath your toes.
Beach walk is another option for those who prefer to stay clean out of the sand. Lots of options for water sports and parasailing too for the more active beach goers. Cruises are yet another option. Best of all, there is a great nightly sunset celebration featuring free movies, music, and various vendors. After working up a sweat, there are a number of great places to eat right near the beach including local breakfast joints, coffeehouses, and smoothie shops. On the downside, fining parking can be a real hassle esp. during holiday periods!
Riverwalk
Riverwalk is a 2.5 mile long urban path which connects many sights of interest in downtown Tampa. This is the best place to take in great views of the skyline. The most popular attractions along the route include The Florida Aquarium, Curtis Hixon Park, and The Tampa Museum of Art. You will also want to stop by Columbia: Florida’s oldest restaurant. They serve the best Cuban/Spanish food in the area. Try the Veggie Paella!
John S. Taylor Park
This is another scenic bike trail in the Tampa area. The multi purpose path, while short at just under 2 miles, is particularly scenic as it circles around a lake. Great place to get in a great workout in a picturesque (and mostly shady) setting! This park is also known for its’ disc golf course. I really love the views on this one, plus the easy terrain. I typically make several loops around the park for a nice little weekend workout.
