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West Coast II

Tampa's Streetcars in Ybor CityCompliments of Dawn Henthorn
Ringling Museums - Run away to Sarasota and the greatest show on earth – the Ringling Art Museum and Museum of the Circus.

Rogers' Christmas House & Village - If Santa lived in Florida this enchanting village would be his home.

Skyway Fishing Pier State Park - Offers some of the best fishing along Florida's West Coast and amazing views of the Skyway Bridge that links St. Petersburg and the Bradenton/Sarasota area.

St. Pete Pier - The landmark Pier in the heart of St. Petersburg is a unique piece of Florida architecture that offers visitors a chance to experience the waterfront along Tampa Bay and five stories of entertainment, dining and shopping experiences.

Tarpon Springs - Internationally recognized as the "Sponge Capital of the World," visitors can shop, dine, cruise down the Anclote River to the Gulf of Mexico, and go deep-sea fishing.

Ybor City Museum State Park - Located in the heart of Tampa's historic Ybor City in the old Ferlita Bakery building. Daily tours include one of the restored "casitas" where cigar workers lived with their families.

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