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Whether you are a history buff, amazing food, looking for some relaxation, or some after dark excitement, Ybor City is definitely a place to visit in Tampa .Ybor City is one of the oldest sections of Tampa and one of only two designated historical districts, the other being the Tampa Bay Hotel. Originally known as Tampa’s Latin Quarter. Founded by Vicente Martinez-Ybor as a cigar-manufacturing center, red brick buildings, wrought iron balconies and narrow brick streets give it an old-world charm that is a refreshing change of pace from the beach and the mall. For over a century Ybor City has been an exotic blend of aromas, flavors, sights and sounds. From the scent of roasting Cuban coffee early in the morning to the rhythms of Latin music late into the night. From the main street of the Historic District you can choose from a variety of cuisine Greek, Spanish, Cuban, French, and Italian are just a few. Enjoy a pitcher of Spanish sangria and authentic tapas in a cafe atmosphere reminiscent of a Mediterranean village. By day you can visit the various eclectic shops and galleries but at night things wake up and the clubs open. There’s a wide variety of music tastes you can indulge while visiting Ybor City. Jazz, blues, rock, goth/ industrial, salsa, reggae and even hip-hop flow from an assortment of pubs, bars and nightclubs.

This districts rich colorful history is probably best pointed out by its love of celebrations and the fact it provides a place for subcultures to gather and express themselves. Two of the biggest events are the Gasparilla Night Parade in late January and the Guavaween Festival in October. The area centered around 8th Ave. and 15th St features many LGBT-friendly businesses that have dubbed their section of the district GaYbor. If you’re feeling really adventurous why not go on a Ybor City Ghost tour , Great whether you just love a good story or are hopping to see a ghost first hand; any Southern city where you have urban historical regions is bound to have at least one of these fun and enlightening tours.