Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Port Richey

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Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Port Richey

Sand Key Park
Sand Key Park
4.7 (6353 ratings)4.5 (1459 ratings)
Expansive white-sand beach offers plenty of room for picnics, surfing & other outdoor activities.
1060 Gulf Blvd, Clearwater, FL 33767, USA
ParkNature & ParksPublic beach
Moccasin Lake Nature Park
Moccasin Lake Nature Park
4.7 (743 ratings)4.5 (83 ratings)
Tranquil, oak-lined paths, educational walking tours, natural exhibits & educational kids' camps.
2750 Park Trail Ln, Clearwater, FL 33759, USA
ParkNature & Parks
Mentioned by Touropia
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"Moccasin Lake Nature Park can be found just fifteen minutes’ drive to the east of the city center. As well as ponds and creeks, it encompasses verdant forests and a flood plain with hiking trails and a boardwalk weaving their way amidst them. A very picturesque place, the park is named for the large lake that lies in its southwest corner."
Lettuce Lake Park
Lettuce Lake Park
4.7 (3899 ratings)4.5 (984 ratings)
Park features boardwalk, birdwatching, canoeing, fishing dock, picnic tables & barbecue grills.
6920 E Fletcher Ave, Tampa, FL 33637, USA
ParkNature & Parks
Mentioned by VacationIdea
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"Lettuce Lake Conservation Park is one of Tampa’s favorite places to get outdoors and experience nature. Visitors can expect pine flatwoods and hardwood hammocks plants, plus an intriguing hardwood swamp forest. There is a 3,500-foot-long boardwalk and observation tower, and a 1.25-mile exercise trail that’s paved."
Mentioned by Touropia
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"Twenty minutes drive to the northeast of downtown is Lettuce Lake Regional Park. Offering all kinds of outdoor activities, it has diverse ecosystems with educational exhibits and displays. You can also learn about the park’s animals and nature at its visitors’ center."
Pelican Walk Plaza Clearwater Beach Florida
Pelican Walk Plaza Clearwater Beach Florida
4.5 (712 ratings)4.5 (1181 ratings)
Stylish shopping center featuring boutiques for clothes & beachwear, plus bars & casual restaurants.
483 Mandalay Ave, Clearwater, FL 33767, USA
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Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks
Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks
4.6 (6060 ratings)4.5 (2528 ratings)
Visitors can purchase sea sponges, see docked sponge boats & eat Greek fare at this locale.
735 Dodecanese Blvd, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689, USA
Nature & ParksHistorical landmarkMarinas
Upper Tampa Bay Park
Upper Tampa Bay Park
4.7 (174 ratings)4.5 (44 ratings)
Scenic preserve featuring trails, picnic areas, a nature center & canoe/kayak launch on the bay.
8001 Double Branch Rd, Tampa, FL 33635, USA
ParkNature & Parks
Mentioned by Florida Trippers
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"Upper Tampa Bay Conservation Park was founded in 1982 to ensure a safe area for nature study and community recreation. The park consists of 596 acres and is home to important coastal habitat and ecological groups. You will find mangrove forests, freshwater marshes, coastal hammocks, salt marshes, and pine flatwoods."
Mentioned by The Mommy Spot Tampa Bay
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"I stumbled upon Upper Tampa Bay Park last year while house-hunting, and even though my visit was short, I was really impressed by how beautiful the park was. Located right on the bay, between Oldsmar and Town ‘n’ Country, the park is open year-round from 8 a.m."
Croc Encounters
Croc Encounters
4.6 (616 ratings)4.5 (37 ratings)
Popular wildlife park boasts guided tours, education & close-up encounters with a range of reptiles.
8703 Bowles Rd, Tampa, FL 33637, USA
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Mentioned by VacationIdea
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"Croc Encounters Reptile Park and Wildlife Center was originally established in 2005 as a reptile sanctuary for rescues. Over time, it grew to include other unwanted mammals, birds, and reptiles. The family-owned-and-operated facility eventually began providing guided tours and education in 2008."
George M. Steinbrenner Field
George M. Steinbrenner Field
4.7 (2043 ratings)4.5 (562 ratings)
Baseball stadium hosts New York Yankees spring training & books private events year-round.
1 Steinbrenner Dr, Tampa, FL 33614, USA
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Mentioned by Tampa 4 days itinerary
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"If you’re in Tampa during spring training, see the New York Yankees play at Steinbrenner Field, just east of the airport. Otherwise, walk along Bayshore Boulevard and enjoy the historic homes and shops. Have dinner at the Japanese-inspired Water Sushi, a late-night hangout that has live music almost nightly. Consider sneaking across the street for some heavenly dessert at The Harry Waugh Dessert Room at Bern’s Steak House."
Mentioned by Family Destinations Guide
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"Why you’ve got to go: If you are a fan of the New York Yankees, this is the spring home of the famous team. This is also home to the Tampa Tarpons. What to do: Enjoy any of Tampa Tarpons 70 home games if you are in town between April and September."
Ybor City
Ybor City
4 (2684 ratings)
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. The GaYBOR district around 7th Avenue and 15th Street attracts a diverse crowd to its bars and clubs.
Tampa, FL, USA
Sights & LandmarksHistoric SitesNeighborhoodsPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Mentioned by Tampa 1 day itinerary
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"End the night at Tampa's historic Ybor City, just northeast of the downtown area. You can take the TECO Line streetcar or drive and park in the several parking lots and garages available. Founded in the 1880s by cigar manufacturers, Ybor City drew many immigrants to the area mainly from Cuba, Spain, Germany and Italy. Visit the Ybor City Wine Bar, Crowbar or Gaspar’s Grotto to experience the vibrant nightlife."
Mentioned by Tampa 4 days itinerary
4-Day Best of Tampa and St. Petersburg Attractions
"Start the morning with Cuban pastries at La Segunda Central Bakery in Ybor City. Spend the morning exploring the historic and artsy Cuban district. If you’re in Tampa during spring training, see the New York Yankees play at Steinbrenner Field, just east of the airport. Otherwise, walk along Bayshore Boulevard and enjoy the historic homes and shops."
Cliff Stephens Park
Cliff Stephens Park
4.7 (599 ratings)4 (2 ratings)
Creekside green space with a boat launch & fishing area, plus disc golf, trails & picnic spots.
901 Fairwood Ave, Clearwater, FL 33759, USA
ParkNature & Parks

Best Museums in Port Richey

Dunedin History Museum
Dunedin History Museum
4.6 (123 ratings)4 (54 ratings)
Heritage museum with exhibits on local pioneers & sports plus state citrus & railroad enterprises.
349 Main St, Dunedin, FL 34698, USA
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Mentioned by tripbuzz.com
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"History Museums349 Main Street, Dunedin, FL 34697MoreLess Info. Dunedin Historical Society & Museum was the Best Historical Museum in the Tampa Bay Area, according to the Tampa bay Magazine. It has a collection of 2,000 artifacts, 2,500 pictures and 200 books concerning the area's history."
USF Contemporary Art Museum
USF Contemporary Art Museum
4.6 (94 ratings)3.5 (2 ratings)
University-run gallery of 5,000+ modern works in various media by local & international artists.
3821 USF Holly Drive, Tampa, FL 33620, USA
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Mentioned by Let's Roam Explorer
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"The University of South Florida Contemporary Art Museum (USFCAM) has different art exhibits from around the world. The exhibits are constantly changing, so you can keep returning and see new things on display. They work alongside the College of the Arts to introduce students, teachers, and the community to new trends in art and culture."
Leepa-Rattner Museum of Art
Leepa-Rattner Museum of Art
4.8 (86 ratings)4.5 (94 ratings)
Sizable collection of 20th-century art, including much by Abraham Rattner, plus many modern masters.
600 E Klosterman Rd, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689, USA
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Best Beach in Port Richey

Ben T Davis Beach
Ben T Davis Beach
4.3 (1265 ratings)3.5 (20 ratings)
Narrow stretch of shoreline featuring boat ramps, picnic shelters, grills & concessions.
7740 W Courtney Campbell Causeway, Tampa, FL 33607, USA
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Mentioned by 10Best
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"If you're vacationing in Tampa and are looking for a beach close by that offers powdery white sand for lounging, calm water for cooling off and shelters for picnics, then Davis Beach is for you. This is the closest beach to downtown Tampa and the locals' favorite tailgate spot. Davis offers ideal proximity to the airport for travelers who value efficiency."
Mentioned by 10Best
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"If you're vacationing in Tampa and are looking for a beach close-by that offers powdery white sand for lounging, calm water for cooling off and shelters for picnics, then Davis Beach is for you. This is the closest beach to downtown Tampa and the locals' favorite tailgate spot. Davis offers ideal proximity to the airport for travelers who value efficiency."
Honeymoon Island State Park
Honeymoon Island State Park
4.7 (13667 ratings)4.5 (2428 ratings)
Known for the variety of shells on its shores, this park also offers swimming, fishing & hiking.
1 Causeway Blvd, Dunedin, FL 34698, USA
State parkNature & ParksBeaches
Caladesi Island State Park
Caladesi Island State Park
4.8 (1845 ratings)4.5 (1207 ratings)
Island park with white sand beaches plus swimming, boating, fishing & picnic facilities.
1 Causeway Blvd, Dunedin, FL 34698, USA
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Free Museums in Port Richey

Spongeorama Sponge Factory
Spongeorama Sponge Factory
4.1 (190 ratings)3.5 (407 ratings)
510 Dodecanese Blvd, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689, USA
Gift shopMuseumsSpecialty Museums
Leepa-Rattner Museum of Art
Leepa-Rattner Museum of Art
4.8 (86 ratings)4.5 (94 ratings)
Sizable collection of 20th-century art, including much by Abraham Rattner, plus many modern masters.
600 E Klosterman Rd, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689, USA
Art museumMuseumsModern art museum
Tampa Museum of Art
Tampa Museum of Art
4.2 (905 ratings)3.5 (314 ratings)
Waterfront space with translucent ceilings & polished stone floors housing modern & classical art.
120 W Gasparilla Plaza, Tampa, FL 33602, USA
Art museumMuseumsArt galleryArt school
Mentioned by 10Best
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"The Tampa Museum of Art is a boldly designed riverfront museum housing six temporary exhibits and an extensive permanent collection of Greek and Roman antiquities and 20th-century sculpture. After browsing the galleries, visitors can wander through the serene riverfront sculpture garden before indulging in cool, creamy gelato at the Riverwalk Cafe. Check out their beautiful museum shop where you can find unique gifts and souvenirs of your visit."
Mentioned by VacationIdea
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"The award-winning Tampa Museum of Art opened its new home in 2010. This museum brings an innovative approach to art from ancient to modern to contemporary. It includes antiquities collections from both Greek and Roman cultures."

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