Over View
Tampa sits on the Gulf Coast of Florida and is the economic center of western Florida. It is a city with a rich, multicultural history, particularly in Ybor City, the historic Latin Quarter once known as the “Cigar Capital of the World.” Today, Ybor is a nightlife hub. Tampa offers a mix of modern skyscrapers, waterfront parks like the Riverwalk, and major attractions like Busch Gardens. It is also a significant sports town (Buccaneers, Lightning) and hosts the annual Gasparilla Pirate Festival, a massive parade that mimics a pirate invasion.
