Eureka Springs Regional Park is 31 acres of gorgeous paths and greenery galore. Featuring a multitude of beautiful attractions like rose and butterfly gardens, gentle creeks, exotic plant life and impressive trees, this park attracts families looking for calm, peaceful afternoons. Also of note is the massive collection of ferns, which is actually the largest in the state.
Tired of the usual dinner and a movie date? Try your hand at something new and take your significant other or group of friends for a night of painting. Painting With a Twist offers patrons a unique atmosphere where they can partake in an art lesson, with paint and canvas provided, while sipping and snacking on food and beverages brought from home. Far from the usual date or girls night activity, this is sure to be an unforgettable experience.
As an exclusive Dale Chihuly gallery, this venue features the gorgeous and breathtaking glass sculpture works. Unique to the field of blown glass, this man has single handedly pioneered the medium to what its become today. With his exhibits found all over the world, this particular gallery is a St. Petersburg gem.
Ybor City Museum State Park is a terrific museum that educates you on the Ybor and Tampa cities history. An inexpensive museum that provides information about the Italian bakery that baked Cuban breads and the cigar making industry. You can browse through the cigar maker's home, bakery and visit the ornamental garden that has certain rules and regulations. A great place to have a private events and a social gathering. If you love history or simply want to kill some couple of hours, visiting this museum would surely be worth it.
Located in downtown Tampa across the river from the University of Tampa and near Riverwalk, the Glazer Children's Museum provides plenty of fun and entertainment for children. The museum offers a full range of games, workshops and interactive exhibits. Craft activities, story time, parades, and fun fitness and aerobics are just a few of the daily programs accessible to children. Monthly events are scheduled with special themes, guests, face painting, demonstrations and exhibits designed just for kids. Food, snacks and beverages are available at the Tiny Bites Café.
The John F. Germany Public Library is located in the heart of Tampa and is a massive public library, one of the largest in the city. This library was opened in the 1960's and houses hundreds of thousands of books that include recreational literature, biographies, magazines, study materials, public records, and much more. This library impressively boasts of a huge collection of electronic media that includes e-books, DVDs, CDs, videos, movies, and much more. There also are numerous computers that are available for research, free Wi-Fi, and a permanent art collection with exhibits by talented local and regional artists. The library is well-maintained and clean and the staff is always friendly and more than helpful if ever the need arises.