History of Ybor City
Ybor City was founded in 1885 by Vicente Martinez-Ybor and other cigar manufacturers who relocated their operations from Key West to Tampa. At its peak, Ybor City produced over 500 million hand-rolled cigars annually and was known as the Cigar Capital of the World. The neighborhood was home to Cuban, Spanish, Italian, and German immigrant communities.
Seventh Avenue - La Setima
Seventh Avenue (La Setima) is the main commercial street of Ybor City, lined with restaurants, bars, cigar shops, and nightlife venues. The street was designated a National Historic Landmark District. Historic buildings house a mix of modern businesses and preserved storefronts. On weekend evenings, the avenue comes alive with dining, music, and entertainment.
Attractions
The Ybor City State Museum tells the story of the cigar industry and immigrant communities. The J.C. Newman Cigar Company is the last cigar factory still operating in Ybor City and offers tours. Columbia Restaurant, established in 1905, is the oldest restaurant in Florida and the largest Spanish restaurant in the world, spanning an entire city block.
Group Visits
BusBrother provides group transportation from Orlando and other Central Florida locations to Ybor City for dining, nightlife, and cultural tours. Ybor City is about 85 miles from Orlando and makes an excellent day or evening trip. Walking tours of the historic district are available for groups wanting a guided experience.
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