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Hillsborough River, Tampa

4.4
#8 of 32 in Parks in Tampa
Forest · Hidden Gem · Water Body
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4.6
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  • By bren m
    Going down the river at night is amazing. Everything is lit up from the buildings to the bridges. Further down river, the mansions are lit up as well. We even saw the helicopter take off from Tampa....  more »
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  • By Gnyana Praneeth Rachapalli
    It is scenic and flows through the heart of Tampa. Has also been maintained quite clean. I must say.
  • By Pedro Rodriguez
    Best place to take a break.
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