St. Nicholas Boat Lines docked at the Sponge Docks in Tarpon Springs
St. Nicholas Boat Lines, Inc
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Experience one of Tarpon Springs' most beloved traditions aboard the historic St. Nicholas III or VII. This half-hour cruise departing from the world-famous Sponge Docks takes you along the scenic Anclote River as the captain shares stories of the area's Greek sponge-diving heritage.
The highlight is watching a diver suit up in a traditional, 170-pound sponge-diving suit before descending into the water to demonstrate techniques that helped make Tarpon Springs the Sponge Capital of the World.
This attraction is listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places: Since 1924, St. Nicholas Boat Lines has welcomed visitors from around the world and has long been a favorite student field trip. It's also unique because it is a pet-friendly attraction, so guests traveling with their pets are welcome aboard!
No reservations are needed—simply stop by the ticket booth on the day of your visit for this unforgettable journey into Florida's history.
a family and a diver pose with sponges at St. Nicholas Boat Lines in Tarpon Springs
a family seen through a porthole on St. Nicholas Boat Lines in Tarpon Springs
Diver going into water at St. Nicholas Boat Lines
St. Nicholas Boat Lines
kids steering the boat on St. Nicholas Boat Lines
a diver in traditional gear at the back of the boat at St. Nicholas Boat Lines in Tarpon Springs
general information
- Hours 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
rates times
- Time to Experience Activity Less than 1 hour