Are you a fan of history? The Ybor City Mafia walking tour will provide plenty of insight on the…read moregrowth of Tampa from a little cigar town called Ybor. It highlights the growth, expansion, historical markers and people. Only about an hour and a half, the leisurely stroll past old cigar factories, gambling establishments and bar/restaurants is well worth it. The mafia had a hold on this little town for most of the 19th and 20th centuries. The tour included stops where many mobster "hits" occurred and houses where Ybor Mafiosi lived. Worth the time and money. Our 13-year experienced tour guide, Scott Deitche, related stories from mobster affiliates he actually had the opportunity to interview for his book, Cigar City Mafia.

This excellent walking tour of Ybor City is an outstanding experience that locals, visitors,…read morenewcomers or anyone interested in the colorful, past of this multi-cultural community will enjoy. Manny Leto guided the group through decades of fascinating facts, very descriptive detail and really entertaining information while navigating through the busy streets to point out various landmarks and significant locations. The pace was easy and the total amount of walking was very manageable. Comfortable walking shoes and dressing for whatever weather awaits would be wise. To get the insights of author Scott Deitch presented in such a knowledgable and personable manner is really exceptional. The narrative never dragged and the information was provided in a very conversational manner. You won't feel like you are being lectured to or being read to from a script. This isn't strictly about Ybor's past but some of the shady characters and questionable activities (bootlegging and gambling, for instance) found throughout Tampa. Leto mentioned movies that have highlighted some of Ybor's history, prominent Tampa families who played a role in this community and blended in some basic history that helped to give everything, and everyone, context. Loved it, laughed at parts and learned lots.

I'm so glad we took the time to do this walking tour of Tampa's historic Ybor City. Our guide, Max,…read morewas incredibly engaging, informative, and funny, and a fantastic performer. It helped me build such an appreciation of the history of the space/community we were staying in. The tour went far beyond the story of Ybor being the cigar capital of the world back in its inception. Max brought to life the importance of the social clubs, the people, and the way the entire community and land was built (stemming from the vision an investment of one individual.) Whether passionate about history or not, I would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Ybor City or Tampa.

Our small group had a wonderful tour yesterday with Max from Tampa Bay Tours. He was informative,…read moreentertaining, funny, and always relevant. We were amazed by his breadth of knowledge about Ybor City and the people who made it such an important and fascinating place. Thank you, Max! We're already looking forward to trying his evening Ghost Tour next. -- Sue

Three on a ladies day out found this your with Scott Deitch fascinating. The walk was easy, he was…read morevery clear and concise, did not feel rushed. Will certainly go back again.

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I am so disappointed regarding our experience at the Tampa FL location. . My family was vacationing…read morefrom MN and our tour was cancelled due to some sort of building flooding at our meeting spot. They offered to let us hop on another tour and take a rain check. Unfortunately, we were flying out the next morning and requested a refund. It has now been three months and I still have no refund ($200). I have been trying to contact Christine (the owner) for months, text, call, email with no response. I will now be putting in a dispute with my card provider for a refund. I hope everything is going alright over there, and that they turn things around!

My girlfriend and I had an excellent time. Nikki was awesome. My girlfriend was a skeptic but after…read morethe last stop she changed her mind.

I signed up for a tour with RealTOUR because I'm new to the area and wanted to get an in-depth…read moreoverview. I was blown away!!! The tour operator was so intimately knowledgeable about the various neighborhoods but that was so overshadowed by her passion for what she was showing us, with lengthy and detailed stories with every turn! I hated it to end!!!!

What an amazing tour around the city of Tampa! There are so many beautiful landmarks and places to…read moreexplore. So well worth doing. Thank you, Michele!

The tour, food and drinks were amazing. Our tour guide was very friendly and knowledgeable of the…read morehistory of the area. I highly recommend this tour and we will definitely be back for another one.

Kimberly was fantastic in assisting us to book our tour since our tickets were older…read more Even though parking was a little problematic, since the Christmas parade was the same in day in Dunedin, we were able to snare a spot that wound up being very convenient to the last stop on the tour! We started at Lucky Lobster and experienced the best Lobster and Shrimp Pizza and also Lobster Bisque. Never had that combination before but it was off the chart good! There were many great stops but our favorite was Harley's Popcorn! So much so that we later ordered a tin of Popcorn to be delivered to family!! And the grand finale was the dessert and coffee at the Bon Appetit Restaurant! Fresh hot coffee and a choice of many desserts. We chose the Coconut Pie which was a the perfect ending to a delicious afternoon and husband chose the Key Lime Pie which he declared was the best ever! Thank you for a great tour. Alex was well informed and we liked how he incorporated some Dunedin history into the tour!!

This isn't just a beach ride--it's a beautiful, ethical experience with rescue horses who truly…read morelove what they do. We had an absolutely incredible experience with C Ponies, and I can't recommend them enough--especially if you're looking for something unique, meaningful, and truly unforgettable. What makes this experience so special goes far beyond just "riding horses on the beach." These are rescue horses--many of them coming from difficult or neglectful situations--and C Ponies has created something really beautiful by giving them a second chance at life. You can feel how deeply loved and well cared for these horses are. They are healthy, happy, and genuinely seem to enjoy their work. One of the most fascinating parts was learning that the water is actually healing for them. Being in the ocean supports their joints and overall wellness, so this experience isn't just fun for us--it's beneficial for them, too. That alignment made the entire experience feel even more special and ethical. Our guide, Raina, was fantastic. She had the perfect mix of humor (yes, some delightfully corny jokes), warmth, and knowledge. More importantly, you could tell she truly loves these horses and what she does. She made everyone feel comfortable, safe, and engaged the entire time. Walking the horses into the water--and even getting to experience them swimming--was surreal. Each horse had its own personality, which made it even more fun. You could tell they were relaxed, confident, and happy to be there. It didn't feel forced or transactional--it felt like a partnership between humans and animals. Living in Sarasota, it also meant a lot to support a business that is doing such meaningful work in our own SW Florida community. C Ponies is not only creating unforgettable experiences, but they are actively rescuing, rehabilitating, and giving these horses a life filled with purpose and care. If you're on the fence--book it. It's one of those rare experiences that stays with you long after it's over.

Absolutely exceeded our expectations! Raina was an amazing guide, full of tons of information…read moreabout the bay, history of the ponies and nuances of each pony to better assist each rider. Would highly recommend! This is an experience you'll never forget. Thanks to Raina, Coral, Dori and Snooki.

We had a great time on this food tour. Everything was very well organized and flowed smoothly from…read morestart to finish. Our guide was kind, knowledgeable, and made it really enjoyable. The pre-selected menu was excellent...every stop was delicious and well thought out. We left full and happy. Highly recommend!

The Historic Ybor City Food Tour is truly a great tour. At the end, we were full of food and…read moreknowledge. Our guide Surch made the tour very engaging and fun. There were only 4 people so we had plenty of chances to ask questions and absorb the environment we were in. The food was delicious at each stop. The weather cooperated and we had a wonderful and educational event. The Cuban sandwich started things out and it was very tasty. We also stopped at the Tampa Bay Brewery for some wings and drinks, a couple of other restaurants and finally a cigar shop where everyone was given a Cuban cigar. It was really a fun afternoon with the route very easy to walk and the area just so full of history!! I would definitely recommend this tour!