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Iconic Ybor Cuban Sandwich and History Tour

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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.

  • Includes the history, cafe con leche, Cuban sandwich and the famous 1905 salad
  • Not included: Alcohol is not included but is available for purchase at Columbia Restaurant
  • Not included: Guide Gratuity

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

Meeting and Pickup

  1. 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. 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. Short history intro at the meeting point inside the historic Spanish social club El Centro Espanol

  4. 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. See the gorgeous Cuban social club. El Circulo Cubano! And hear more about Ybor's mutual aid societies.

  6. Check in with the roosters and see the gorgeous park and the cigar worker's casita homes.

  7. See the majestic Italian social club on historic 7th Avenue

  8. 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.

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

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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From US$69.99