Tampa Riverwalk Self-Guided Smartphone Audio Walking Tour
Overview
Explore Tampa's waterfront at your own pace on a self-guided smartphone walk of about 2.6 miles and 90–150 minutes. Across 25 itinerary stops, pass Sparkman Wharf, the Tampa Bay History Center, Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park, the Tampa Museum of Art, and Armature Works. The route runs from the cruise-terminal area to the north end of the Riverwalk near Armature Works.
GPS-triggered audio plays as you reach each location, while a live map shows the route and your position. Download the tour over Wi-Fi before setting out for offline use, then start when you like, pause at your own pace, and try the optional location-based trivia.
This is primarily an outdoor, exterior-view experience with no in-person guide. Attraction admission, food, rentals, and interior access are not included. Nearby venues may be closed, and events, weather, or construction can alter paths without preventing the audio tour.
What's Included
- Optional location-based trivia
- Live GPS route map showing your location
- Offline access after downloading over Wi-Fi
- Flexible, self-paced access
- Self-guided smartphone audio tour with GPS-triggered stories
- Bring your own charged smartphone or tablet
- Headphones are optional; audio can play through your device speaker
- Attraction admission, food, rentals, and interior access
- In-person guide and transportation
Meeting Location
651 Channelside Drive
Tampa, FL 33602, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
310 West 7th Avenue
Tampa, FL 33602, USA
Your tour ends at the historic Armature Works. Time for a well deserved break!
What To Expect
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Port Tampa Bay Cruise Terminal - 2 (pass by)
The Florida Aquarium (pass by)
Sparkman Wharf (pass by)
Tampa Bay History Center (pass by)
WHV2+993 (pass by)
Cotanchobee Fort Brooke Park (pass by)
Heroes Plaza (pass by)
Tampa Riverwalk (pass by)
Amalie Arena (pass by)
The Sail Pavilion on the Riverwalk (pass by)
333 S Franklin St (pass by)
Tampa Convention Center (pass by)
USF Park On the Riverwalk (pass by)
MacDill Park on the Riverwalk (pass by)
Rivergate Tower Garage (pass by)
Kiley Gardens (pass by)
The University of Tampa (pass by)
UT Plant Hall (pass by)
Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park (pass by)
Tampa Museum of Art (pass by)
Glazer Children's Museum (pass by)
Straz Center for the Performing Arts (pass by)
Water Works Park (pass by)
Armature Works (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This 2.6-mile outdoor route follows paved public paths with street crossings and exposed riverside stretches. Events or construction near the Straz Center may require a detour. Check weather, current path conditions, and public transit before setting out; nearby venues may be closed without preventing the audio tour.
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-214606P103
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool SWFL customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
- Optional location-based trivia.
- Live GPS route map showing your location.
- Offline access after downloading over Wi-Fi.
- Flexible, self-paced access.
- Self-guided smartphone audio tour with GPS-triggered stories.
- Bring your own charged smartphone or tablet.
- Headphones are optional; audio can play through your device speaker.
- Attraction admission, food, rentals, and interior access.
- In-person guide and transportation.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Tampa Riverwalk Self-Guided Smartphone Audio Walking Tour is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Tampa Riverwalk Self-Guided Smartphone Audio Walking Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool SWFL. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Optional location-based trivia
- Live GPS route map showing your location
- Offline access after downloading over Wi-Fi
- Flexible, self-paced access
- Self-guided smartphone audio tour with GPS-triggered stories
- Bring your own charged smartphone or tablet
- Headphones are optional; audio can play through your device speaker
- Attraction admission, food, rentals, and interior access
- In-person guide and transportation
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This 2.6-mile outdoor route follows paved public paths with street crossings and exposed riverside stretches. Events or construction near the Straz Center may require a detour. Check weather, current path conditions, and public transit before setting out; nearby venues may be closed without preventing the audio tour.
