Tampa History Cruise
Overview
Available languages
1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
One of the most picturesque harbors in Florida, Tampa Harbor abounds with history on all sides. The waterfront features museums, shipyards and million dollar homes. See the Pirate ship "Gabriella" up close, view the most beautiful building in Tampa "the Plant Hotel" and learn how Tampa became a city.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
History Cruise
Soda/Pop
Bottled water
Parking
Transportation to/from attraction
Gratuities (optional}
What To Expect
Henry B. Plant Museum
With 4,000 years of people living in Tampa on this cruise, you will learn about how this this city grew from a Spanish outpost to the fastest growing city in Florida. This tour takes you step by step through the evolution of the city and as you cruise along the waters, the history unfolds all around you. Your guides will divulge little known facts about this city and share them with you. Many locals have said "I have lived here all my life and never knew that about Tampa!" When you leave this tour, you will know more than locals! Learn more than you image possible about Pirates and their history in Tampa. See the Pirate ship “Gabriella” up close and be sure to ask your guide "what's a Pirate beard in Tampa?" You will be surprised at the answer!
Tampa Water Taxi Company
With 4,000 years of people living in Tampa on this cruise, you will learn about how this this city grew from a Spanish outpost to the fastest growing city in Florida. This tour takes you step by step through the evolution of the city and as you cruise along the waters, the history unfolds all around you. Your guides will divulge little known facts about this city and share them with you. Many locals have said "I have lived here all my life and never knew that about Tampa!" When you leave this tour, you will know more than locals! Learn more than you image possible about Pirates and their history in Tampa. See the Pirate ship “Gabriella” up close and be sure to ask your guide "what's a Pirate beard in Tampa?" You will be surprised at the answer!
Options
12:30pm Tampa History Cruise
Learn about how Tampa grew from a Spanish outpost to the fastest growing city in Florida, with 4,000 years of people living in this city. This tour takes you step by step through its evolution.
4:00 pm Tampa History Cruise
Learn about how Tampa grew from a Spanish outpost to the fastest growing city in Florida, with 4,000 years of people living in this city. This tour takes you step by step through its evolution.
Reviews
761 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
We came for our...
David C,
Aug 8, 2025
- Viator
1.00We came for our anniversary on July 11 and it was canceled due to severe weather but yet there were no weather orother issues. We traveled again with family for a birthday on August 7 and again it was canceled for weather, but yet there were no issues. We went on another company’s boat tour. Two times getting canceled with no issues or other problems and that is the end of me using this company.
Never again!
Yvonne A,
Aug 7, 2025
- Viator
1.00The cruise was canceled and we were not sent a email to let us know that. So we spent over an hour waiting at the dock. Very disappointed!
Tampa weather apparently varies widely the the city
Nathene W,
Aug 4, 2025
- Viator
1.00It was canceled and I’m waiting for my refund. I received a text as we were on the way that it was canceled.
An Informative trip around Tampa Bay
Susan J,
Aug 3, 2025
- Viator
4.00The boat trip was informative, interesting and fun. Our guide, Mark, was very knowledgeable. We enjoyed the outing. Our only criticism was the benches on the boat were very uncomfortable. I think cushions should have been available for the guests!
This water tour was a fun...
Kent L,
Jul 26, 2025
- Viator
5.00This water tour was a fun way to cover a lot of Tampa - there was a lot of good information about the city and it history
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