Food Scene
Hudson Beach Ice Cream Parlor
6930 Clark StThey have amazing ice cream!
There is seating right on the gulf. We have seen manatee and dolphins playing from our table!
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Sam's Beach Bar
6325 Clark StThere is seating right on the gulf. We have seen manatee and dolphins playing from our table!
Great food right on the river leading to the Gulf.
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Whiskey Joe's Port Richey
7835 Bayview StGreat food right on the river leading to the Gulf.
Entertainment & Activities
This is our favorite thing to do in the area.
It's the deepest fresh water spring in the united states. They have mermaid shows, swimming, water slides on weekends, boat tours, local animal show by the rangers and you can rent a kayak next door and float down the river.
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Weeki Wachee Spring
It's the deepest fresh water spring in the united states. They have mermaid shows, swimming, water slides on weekends, boat tours, local animal show by the rangers and you can rent a kayak next door and float down the river.
Parks & Nature
This river is filled by the deepest fresh water spring in the US. The water is crystal clear. You can float on a kayak or paddle board and see fish, turtles, and even manatee. It's a 3hr float trip to the bottom near the gulf and several manatee call it their home. There are rope swings and mini beaches along the the river.
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Weeki Wachee Springs State Park
6131 Commercial WayThis river is filled by the deepest fresh water spring in the US. The water is crystal clear. You can float on a kayak or paddle board and see fish, turtles, and even manatee. It's a 3hr float trip to the bottom near the gulf and several manatee call it their home. There are rope swings and mini beaches along the the river.
It's an animal refuge filled with exotic birds, alligators, manatee, fish, bear, wild cats and beautiful vegetation. It's the size of a small zoo and you can easily spend 3hrs or more. We got through it quickly in 1.5hrs.
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Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park
4150 S Suncoast BlvdIt's an animal refuge filled with exotic birds, alligators, manatee, fish, bear, wild cats and beautiful vegetation. It's the size of a small zoo and you can easily spend 3hrs or more. We got through it quickly in 1.5hrs.
This is the second closest beach. It's bigger than Hudson Beach but still small and quiet. It has restrooms and a snack stand. The water is shallow and calm. You can see lots of marine life walking around in the shallow water, snorkeling, kayaking or paddle boarding.
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Green Key Beach
This is the second closest beach. It's bigger than Hudson Beach but still small and quiet. It has restrooms and a snack stand. The water is shallow and calm. You can see lots of marine life walking around in the shallow water, snorkeling, kayaking or paddle boarding.
This is a State Park but it has amazing hiking trails. The trees and views are beautiful. There are always the possibilities of seeing an alligator so be aware of surroundings. The paths are well groomed.
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Werner-Boyce Salt Springs State Park
8737 US-19This is a State Park but it has amazing hiking trails. The trees and views are beautiful. There are always the possibilities of seeing an alligator so be aware of surroundings. The paths are well groomed.
One of the best beaches in Florida. It's very large with lots of shopping and often there are events happening.
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Clearwater Beach
Gulf of Mexico DriveOne of the best beaches in Florida. It's very large with lots of shopping and often there are events happening.
This is smaller than Clearwater and less known so less crowded. We loved this beach. We found shells, hiked and swam all day.
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St Pete Beach
3300 Gulf BlvdThis is smaller than Clearwater and less known so less crowded. We loved this beach. We found shells, hiked and swam all day.
This is one of our favorite local beaches. It's beautiful and not too crowded. You can rent lots of fun water toys including giant water bicycles or bring your own.
Howard Park Causeway
Howard Park CausewayThis is one of our favorite local beaches. It's beautiful and not too crowded. You can rent lots of fun water toys including giant water bicycles or bring your own.
Essentials
Be careful crossing Hwy 19 and be aware of motorcycles, golf carts and pedestrians. It's only a couple minutes drive from the house. You can also walk there in about 15 min.
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Walmart Supercenter
12610 US-19Be careful crossing Hwy 19 and be aware of motorcycles, golf carts and pedestrians. It's only a couple minutes drive from the house. You can also walk there in about 15 min.
Sightseeing
This is a Greek settlement and the sponge capital of the world. You can take tours, shop and dine. We took a sponge boat tour that was really fun.
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Tarpon Springs Castle Winery
320 E Tarpon AveThis is a Greek settlement and the sponge capital of the world. You can take tours, shop and dine. We took a sponge boat tour that was really fun.