Iconic Ybor Cuban Sandwich and History Tour
Tampa, USAby Ybor City Food Tours
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Instant confirmation
- Up to 18 travelers
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Guide: English
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Overview
Beat the Florida heat with this morning 2 hour experience in historic Ybor City. See all the landmarks, architecture, and historical sites and hear the stories of the immigrant cultures that built Ybor City. Learn how Ybor was essential to the development of Tampa. Enjoy neighborhood favorites, cafe con leche and have a delicious Cuban sandwich at the iconic Columbia Restaurant, the oldest restaurant in Florida.
What's included
- Includes the history, cafe con leche, Cuban sandwich and the famous 1905 salad
- Alcohol is not included but is available for purchase at Columbia Restaurant
- Guide Gratuity
Itinerary
- 1
Ybor City
10 min
After the short into, guests will be guided to the coffee tasting where you'll grab a delicious Ybor City cafe con leche and be on your way!
- 2
Jose Marti Park
10 min
Visit a little piece of Cuba in the heart of Ybor City and hear stories of Cuban patriot Jose Martinez, the apostle of Cuban Freedom during the days when Ybor City was known as the cradle of Cuban Independence
- 3
Ybor City
10 min
Short history intro at the meeting point inside the historic Spanish social club El Centro Espanol
- 4
Ybor City
10 min
Visit the original cigar factory built in 1886 by Vicente Martinez Ybor. It was the largest cigar factory in the world at the time. Still standing and still beautiful.
- 5
The Cuban Club
10 min
See the gorgeous Cuban social club. El Circulo Cubano! And hear more about Ybor's mutual aid societies.
- 6
Centennial Park
20 min
Check in with the roosters and see the gorgeous park and the cigar worker's casita homes.
- 7
Ybor City
5 min
See the majestic Italian social club on historic 7th Avenue
- 8
Ybor City
45 min
Last stop is the historic Columbia Restaurant. Founded in 1905, it is the oldest restaurant in Florida and a must visit in Tampa Bay. Guests will enjoy a Cuban sandwich and the signature 1905 salad.
Meeting and pickup
Tours meet by the statue of Vicente Martinez Ybor at Centro Ybor, near El Centro Español de Tampa, Tap House Ybor and Jimmy John's
End point
Tours meet by the statue of Vicente Martinez Ybor at Centro Ybor, near El Centro Español de Tampa, Tap House Ybor and Jimmy John's
Good to know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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