Kayaking is one of the best ways to see the Florida landscape up close. At Kayak Nature Adventures, rent a single, double kayak or stand up paddleboard for a half or full day and leisurely explore the waterways. Bring a picnic lunch and stop at Clam Bayou Nature Preserve for a break. Find a perfect location and go snorkeling. Kayak Nature Adventures also offers a two-hour guided tour through the preserve during which you can learn about the area and its inhabitants. The tour is perfect for children, nature lovers, and photographers looking for the perfect picture of Florida's diverse environment. Hours of departure and locations for launching vary. Call for reservations. -Vickie Ferguson
The distinct Kenwood Historic District is a renowned is a monumental district in St. Petersburg in Florida. The U.S. Historic District is an enormous 3750 acre (15.2 square kilometers) land cover. The district constitutes a mammoth 2203 historic buildings. The district swanks of a variety of architectural styles like the Craftsman Bungalow, Fame and Masonry Vernacular, Tudor Revival, Mediterranean Revival, American Foursquare and a lot of other styles. The district arranges various activities, the famed Bungalow Fest and much more. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Enclosed by palm trees and beautiful flora, Sacred Lands was the home of Tocabaga Indians eons ago. This Indian hill regularly hosts tours and aims at preserving the land and educating others of the heritage that they share. Educational programs where you will find Native American speakers and archaeologists sharing the history of the original citizens of Florida are quite interesting. Sacred Lands is also the site for many cultural activities such as concerts and is a popular choice for weddings.
Imagine yourself going as fast as the cheetah but around a twisting and turning path. Like the thrill of it? You can experience it now at the Cheetah Hunt, a steel roller coaster ride with three separate launches, located at the Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. The track length is 4400 feet (1341 meters) and you will cover it in just 90 seconds! The route zips across a habitat created for its namesake feline, offers wide-sweeping views of the entire park and courses through a rocky canyon. Along with the ride, you can also enjoy the Cheetah Run, a glass-paneled exhibit housing the real cheetahs.
Discover the local art scene in the city of Tampa. This gallery is housed in small residential structure. They have rotating exhibitions by talented artists from the vicinity. Call ahead to know more about the shows.