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Tampa Bay’s Top 10 Odd Attractions

Q105 Producer May 27th
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If you’re looking for something to do that’s a little different, check this list out. These are not the familiar and popular places to visit. Instead, here are a few lesser-known attractions around Tampa Bay.

Summer is here and schools are out. If you’re looking to visit someplace you haven’t been yet, here are some places around the Tampa Bay area that you may not have though about before.

  • 1 Whimzeyland, Safety Harbor

    Owned by a couple of artists, this Safety Harbor home has nearly everything covered with tile mosaics. Then there are the bowling balls, painted and decorating the property.

    Put a little Whimzeyland in your life.

    Posted by Whimzeyland on Wednesday, May 25, 2022

  • 2. Dysfuntional Grace Art Co., Ybor City

    Filled with natural and unnatural oddities, many you can actually purchase.

  • 3. 3. Sunken Gardens, St. Petersburg

    Sunken Gardens has been open for over 100 years, and is St. Pete’s oldest roadside attraction. Get a visitors guide and explore the more than 50,000 tropical plants and flowers. Take lots of photos of the waterfalls and their flock of flamingos,

  • 4. Chihuly Collection, St. Petersburg

    Glass art brought to its highest peak. Add to that, the drawings and limited edition prints. You can also purchase your new home decorations.

  • 5. International Independent Showmen's Museum, Riverview

    Learn the history, and mystery, of the traveling carnival.

  • 6. Church by the Sea (The Chicken Church), Madeira Beach

    Whether the design is intentional or an unfortunate result, the building is certainly memorable.

  • 7. The Sea Hagg, Bradenton

    As their sign reads, “Nauticals, Antiques, Curiosities.” It’s someplace you need to visit to find that special, one-of-a-kind treasure.

  • 8. Ulele Fairyland Figures, Tampa

    Originally on display at Lowry Park, the figures were acquired by Ulele (and Columbia Restaurant owner) Richard Gonzmart, who put them on display at his restaurant on the Hillsborough River.

  • 9. Braden Castle Ruins, Bradenton

    On land acquired by brothers Dr. Joseph Addison Braden and Hector Braden, a two-story manor, nicknamed ‘The Castle’ was built. The property fell to hard times, and much of the remaining structure has been grown over by the natural flora.

  • 10. National Comedy Hall of Fame & Museum, Holiday

    Get some laughs, and learn about some of your favorite comedians. Clearly, noplace screams “National Comedy Hall of Fame & Museum” like the town of Holiday, Florida!

    Plan your visit now!

    Posted by National Comedy Hall of Fame on Friday, January 29, 2021

[Source: AtlasObscura.com]


Orlando Tops List Of Summer 2022 Travel Destinations

  • Domestic destination #5: Boston, Massachusetts

    Home to some of the most historic American sites. You can still take a walking tour of the city and enjoy the foods, history and sights.

  • Domestic destination #4: Kahului, Maui, Hawai'i

    Maui, Hawai’i, is a destination that needs to be on anyone’s list of places to visit.

  • Domestic destination #3: Honolulu, Hawai'i

    For the same reasons to visit Kahului, Honolulu is a must see. Add to that, the USS Arizona Memorial is at nearby Pearl Harbor.

    Honolulu, Hawai'i

    (Photo by Matt King/Getty Images)

  • Domestic destination #2: Seattle, Washington

    Whether you’re visiting the famous Space Needle or hopping onto a boat to see if you can spot killer whales, you can find some amazing sights in Seattle.

    Seattle, Washington

    (Photo by Abbie Parr/Getty Images)

  • Domestic destination #1: Orlando, Florida

    It’s the central hub for the state of Florida, and home to many of the top theme parks. The Walt Disney World parks are celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the resort. Universal Studios, SeaWorld and Legoland are also nearby. Shopping on International Drive, visiting ‘The Wheel at ICON Park’ or wandering to Celebration’s downtown district (an amazing place for July 4th) are also fun ways to enjoy the Orlando area.

    https://www.instagram.com/p/CSkgHyMrqCo/

    Space Mountain - Magic Kingdom

    (Photo By Andrew M./BBGI)

  • International Destination #5: Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

    Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

    (Photo by Joe Raedle/Getty Images)

  • International Destination #4: Montego Bay, Jamaica

    Montego Bay, Jamaica

    (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

  • International Destination #3: Oranjestad, Aruba

    Oranjestad, Aruba

    (Photo by Andrew H. Walker/Getty Images for Aruba In Style)

  • International Destination #2: San José del Cabo, Mexico

  • International Destination #1: Cancun, Mexico

    Whether by plane or by cruise ship, Cancun is certainly one of the most visited destinations year round.

    Cancun, Mexico

    (Photo by Donald Miralle/Getty Images for Lumix)

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