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Tampa Cuban Sandwich and History Tour 2 hr

TourTruth score 7.1 out of 10

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  • Tampa
  • 2 hrs
  • Updated November 1, 2026

Explore Ybor City’s immigrant history, then enjoy cafe con leche, a Cuban sandwich, and the famous 1905 salad at Columbia Restaurant.

About this tour

Spend a morning tracing the flavors and stories of Ybor City, the historic Tampa neighborhood shaped by generations of immigrants. This 2-hour Tampa Cuban sandwich and history tour brings the district’s landmarks, architecture, and past to life as you learn how Ybor helped drive Tampa’s development.

Along the way, take in the neighborhood’s historic streets and hear the stories behind the cultures that built it. Pause for cafe con leche and a Cuban sandwich at the iconic Columbia Restaurant, Florida’s oldest restaurant, and enjoy the famous 1905 salad. The experience offers a flavorful introduction to Ybor City, pairing local favorites with the history behind the place they come from.

Meet by the statue of Vicente Martinez Ybor at Centro Ybor, near El Centro Español de Tampa. Come ready to explore, listen, and taste your way through a distinctive corner of Tampa on this Tampa Cuban sandwich and history tour.

Highlights

  • Explore Ybor City's landmarks, architecture, and historic sites
  • Hear how immigrant communities shaped Ybor City
  • Learn about Ybor City's role in Tampa's development
  • Enjoy cafe con leche and a Cuban sandwich at Columbia Restaurant
  • Sample the famous 1905 salad

What's included

Included

  • History, cafe con leche, Cuban sandwich, and the famous 1905 salad

Not included

  • Alcohol, available for purchase at Columbia Restaurant
  • Guide gratuity

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Important information

  • Meet by the statue of Vicente Martinez Ybor at Centro Ybor, near El Centro Español de Tampa, Tap House Ybor, and Jimmy John's
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 7.1.

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