Podcast Tour River Reborn the Tampa Riverwalk Story
Overview
Trace a multi-decade urban transformation along the Hillsborough River. From working shipping channels and military outposts to illuminated art museums and restored freshwater springs, experience how Tampa turned its back around to meet the water.
– A 4.6 km self-guided tour with 8 stops and 1 audio interlude over 150 min
– Ideal for travelers interested in Urbanism, Infrastructure & Innovation and Power, Protest & Civic Spaces
– Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals
– Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation through the app
Itinerary
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1
10 min
The southern anchor of the Riverwalk, transforming former cargo terminals into a public waterfront dining and recreational plaza.
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2
10 min
A 60,000-square-foot museum detailing the Hillsborough River's role in trade, Indigenous settlements, and military history.
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3
10 min
A green park incorporating Indigenous heritage and the historic 19th-century military site of Fort Brooke.
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4
10 min
The central civic green space of downtown Tampa, constructed on the former site of a massive indoor arena.
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5
10 min
A contemporary museum featuring a distinctive perforated aluminum facade that interacts with river light.
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6
10 min
An over-water boardwalk section engineered to bypass land constraints behind Tampa's main performing arts complex.
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7
10 min
A five-acre park featuring the ecological restoration and daylighting of Tampa's historic freshwater Ulele Spring.
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8
10 min
The northern terminus of the Riverwalk, featuring a 1910 streetcar repair warehouse converted into a public food market and community space.
What's included
- Verified facts woven into an engaging story
- Interactive in-app guide for questions about the story and surroundings
- Precise navigation between the stops
- Immersive podcast-style audio featuring experts and locals
Good to know
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- ✓ 100% refund24 hours or more before the start time
- ✕ 0% refundLess than 24 hours before the start time