Discover the Nightlife Delights of Ybor City
Highlighted Experiences
Lively Bars
Experience the vibrant atmosphere of local bars where eclectic drinks and friendly faces create unforgettable memories.
Culinary Gems
Indulge in diverse dining options from traditional Cuban cuisine to modern culinary twists that Ybor offers.
Live Music
Immerse yourself in the local music scene, featuring everything from salsa to rock at vibrant venues.
Night Tours
Join guided night tours that reveal the rich history and hidden gems of Ybor City after the sun sets.
Ybor City, a historic district in Tampa, Florida, is best known for:
- Cigar Industry Heritage
- Once known as the “Cigar Capital of the World”
- Home to numerous cigar factories in the late 1800s and early 1900s
- Still has some working cigar shops and rollers today
- Cuban Culture & Heritage
- Founded by Vicente Martinez Ybor, a Spanish cigar manufacturer
- Strong Cuban, Spanish, and Italian immigrant influence
- Historic Cuban-style architecture and buildings
- Entertainment & Nightlife
- Popular nightclub and bar district
- Live music venues
- Entertainment destination for Tampa Bay area
- Historic District Status
- National Historic Landmark District
- Preserved historic buildings and architecture
- Brick streets and wrought iron balconies
- Historic streetcar system
- Food Scene
- Famous Cuban sandwiches
- Traditional Spanish and Cuban restaurants
- Columbia Restaurant (Florida’s oldest restaurant, founded 1905)
- Wild Chickens
- Known for its free-roaming chickens and roosters that wander the streets
- Protected by local ordinance
- Cultural Attractions
- Ybor City Museum State Park
- Centro Ybor shopping and entertainment complex
- Historic walking tours
- Regular festivals and cultural events
Today, Ybor City combines its historical character with modern entertainment, making it a popular tourist destination and nightlife hub in Tampa.