Allie & Brian

April 13, 2024 • Tampa, FL

Allie & Brian

April 13, 2024 • Tampa, FL

Things to Do

Armature Works

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1910 N Ola Ave, Tampa, FL 33602, USA
(813) 250-3725

Armature Works is a historic mixed-use hub ripe for exploration — full of unique experiences, innovative eateries, memorable events and everything in-between. With its unobstructed view of the Hillsborough River, the historic structure has been restored and reimagined into what is now a premier Tampa destination.

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Hyde Park Village

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1602 W Swann Ave, Tampa, FL 33606, USA
(813) 251-3500

Hyde Park Village is a modern oasis for discerning shoppers, travelers and Tampa residents looking for the very best. Here, you’ll find six city blocks of beloved local shops, restaurants and indie brands, as well as the top names in fashion and fitness known around the world.


Exciting events like the Fresh Market and free fitness classes bolster the sense of community and neighborhood feel in the Village, while bold art and picturesque fountains create a backdrop for whatever the day brings, from morning errands and a cold brew to post-work cocktails.

Bayshore Boulevard

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Bayshore Blvd, Tampa, FL 33606, USA

Bayshore Boulevard is a waterfront road on Hillsborough Bay in South Tampa, Florida. Located south of downtown Tampa, its sidewalk, at 4.5 miles long, is 10 feet wide and is the longest continuous sidewalk in the United States. Great for running, walking and biking!

Ybor City

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Lively Ybor City is known for boutiques and vintage shops on 7th Avenue, which also hosts Cuban and Latin American eateries. The Centro Ybor mall offers indie fast food, bars, and a cinema. Housed in a 1920s bakery, Ybor City State Museum has exhibits on the cigar industry and the area’s immigrant communities.

Water Street / Channelside District

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Water Street Tampa is an entirely new kind of urban community, embodying an entirely unique urban energy. Designed to deepen people’s interactions with the cityscape, the natural environment and each other, Water Street Tampa embraces wellbeing and outdoor living. Walkable streets will connect homes, offices, shops, and hotels – all along an accessible waterfront.

Pass-a-Grille or St. Pete Beach

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1009 Gulf Way, St Pete Beach, FL 33706, USA
(727) 403-6136

Visit our favorite beaches! Both Pass-a-Grille and St. Pete beaches offer the best beach days and unmatched sunsets. This will take about a 30-40 minute drive from downtown Tampa.

Green Lemon

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915 S Howard Ave, Tampa, FL 33606, USA
(813) 868-5463

A great place for modern Mexican food and the best margaritas! This is a bout a 10 minute drive from downtown Tampa in the Hyde Park neighborhood.

Chill Bros Scoop Shop

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1061 Water St, Tampa, FL 33602, USA
(813) 999-0780

Chill Bros is our favorite ice cream shop with locations on South Howard, downtown Tampa on Water Street, and Ybor City.

Salt Shack On The Bay

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5415 W Tyson Ave, Tampa, FL 33611, USA
(813) 444-4569

Nestled on Rattlesnake Point just off the Gandy Bridge in South Tampa lies the Salt Shack: a rustic-refined beach getaway featuring fresh seafood, seasonal cuisine and tropical cocktails. Visitors are welcome near and far, by boat or by car, to one of Tampa’s last outposts, a hidden gem, if you may.


Visit for the best sunsets and our go-to for a traditional Maryland Orange Crush!

Bern's Steak House

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1208 S Howard Ave, Tampa, FL 33606, USA
(813) 251-2421

If you're lucky enough to grab a reservation, be sure to visit this Tampa classic. Bern's Steak House is a steak restaurant in the Hyde Park district of Tampa, Florida, founded in 1956. It is known for having one of the largest wine collections in the world.


You can also go just for their dessert room - well worth it!

Ella’s Americana Folk Art Cafe

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5119 N Nebraska Ave, Tampa, FL 33603, USA
(813) 234-1000

Located in the heart of Seminole Heights, just minutes from Downtown Tampa, this is an eclectic independent eatery, music venue and art gallery that is dedicated to nourishing your stomach and your soul!

Henry B. Plant Museum / University of Tampa

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401 W Kennedy Blvd, Tampa, FL 33606, USA
(813) 254-1891

The University of Tampa is located in downtown Tampa and has a beautiful campus for walking, a tour of the Henry B. Plant Hall Museum, or a relaxing afternoon in Plant Park.

International Plaza and Bay Street

2223 N Westshore Blvd, Tampa, FL 33607, USA
(813) 342-3790

International Plaza and Bay Street Shopping Center is the preferred shopping and dining destination of Tampa, FL, featuring over 200 shops and restaurants. Visitors can enjoy special events, seasonal celebrations, and shopping from major brands and local retailers. This is about a 10-minute drive from downtown Tampa.