TAMPA, Fla. — The state of Florida turned 175-years-old on Tuesday!
Things have changed quite a bit since March 3, 1845, but the Sunshine State still remains beautiful as ever. Take a look at these fun things around Tampa Bay that remind us how lucky we are to live here!
1. Kayaking Weeki Wachee Springs
Weeki Wachee Springs is a magical state park in Florida | Taste and See Tampa Bay
2. Spend the day at John's Pass Village
John's Pass Village is Pinellas County's #1 tourist attraction | Taste and See Tampa Bay
3. Scalloping in Citrus County
Scalloping Season Begins in Florida | Taste and See Tampa Bay
4. Enjoy dinner at Florida's oldest restaurant
The Columbia: Florida's oldest restaurant lives in historic Ybor City | Taste and See Tampa Bay
5. Grab Sunday brunch at a Buddhist temple
Grab Sunday brunch at a Buddhist temple in Tampa | Taste and See Tampa Bay
Bake’n Babes serves up massive milkshakes in Tampa | Taste and See Tampa Bay
7. Eat sushi pizza and sushi donuts
Eat sushi pizza and sushi donuts at Poke Burri in Tampa | Taste and See Tampa Bay
Check out these amazing rooftop bars in Tampa Bay | Taste and See Tampa Bay
9. Explore Hillsborough River State Park
Hillsborough River State Park | Taste and See Tampa Bay
10. Meet Flamingos at Sarasota Jungle Gardens
Sarasota Jungle Gardens celebrates 80 years | Taste and See Tampa Bay
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