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Tarpon Springs: Visit the Greek village of Tarpon Springs, "the sponge capital of the world."

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Arts in St. Petersburg
St.Petersburg is home to a diverse and thriving arts scene.
John Levique Pirate Days
Celebrate John Levique Pirate Days at John's Pass.
Candid Visitor Comments
Visitors to the St. Pete/Clearwater area share a few of their favorite things about their visit.
The Best of St. Pete/Clearwater
Watch a "best of" video of St. Pete/Clearwater beaches, shopping, dining, history, culture and lots more.

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Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg
St. Pete Art, Theater and Music
Art walks, museum tours, theater (indoors and out) and music of all sorts come together in St. Petersburg’s burgeoning arts scene.
Tarpon Springs sponge docks
Dive Into Greek Culture in Tarpon Springs
Greek sponge divers converged on Tarpon Springs in the early 1900s and developed the world's largest sponge industry.
Largo's Heritage Village shows 19th-century Florida life.
St. Pete History: Indians, Homesteaders, Soldiers
The rich history of the area takes you from Indian mounds dating from 1000 AD to train depots of the Industrial Age.
Fort De Soto Park – The Beach With It All
History buffs, avid paddlers and leisurely beachcombers will find plenty to enjoy at Fort De Soto Park, voted the No. 1 beach.
St. Petersburg Beach Drive shopping arts
Explore St. Pete Area Arts Districts on Foot
Explore arts districts in Gulfport, Tarpon Springs, Dunedin and St. Petersburg for cultural enrichment and a little exercise.
Kayak or canoe Weedon Island Preserve
Outdoors, the Natural Way
People come to Florida because of its nature. The beaches and parks combine with the climate to draw visitors year-round. And if you're looking to see...
Indian mound, Philippe Park
Indian Mounds Give Clues to Early Cultures
Indian mounds in the area tell the story of the native Tocobaga and Safety Harbor cultures that once thrived along our shores.
Clearwater St. Petersburg romantic escapes
Romantic Weekend Getaway in St. Pete-Clearwater
Rekindle the fire with dinner under the stars, museums and galleries, a sunset sail and a day of two cultures.

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