Historic, picturesque, and unspoiled, Tarpon Springs is a mixture of new subdivisions and graceful old mansions. Located in Pinellas County, Florida, it is one of the oldest and most charming communities in the region. Scenically located on the Gulf of Mexico the city also claims the beautiful Anclote River and several picturesque bayous complete with rare manatees.

Its Lifestyle can only compare to the pleasures of paradise. A 15 minute boat ride through the serene waters and tethered Sponge Docks of Tarpon Springs will lead you to the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico. There you can enjoy world class fishing, one of the many islands and nature reserves or you may just wish to enjoy the warm Florida Sun.

Tarpon Springs is known for its world famous Sponge Docks. There you can experience a live sponge diving exhibition, visit the 120,000 gallon salt water aquarium, or tour the sponge museum.

The Sponge Docks truly offer something for everyone. You will enjoy the fine food with approximately 15 restaurants to choose from, or stroll through the antique shops in the historic downtown area. You can take a leisurely sightseeing cruise down the Anclote River, enjoy a lunch or dinner cruise to the Gulf, take a 5 hour casino cruise, or go deep sea fishing.

You can also enjoy championship golf, walking around the beautiful Spring Bayou, and watching the sunset on the Gulf of Mexico.

The community is enriched by the Mediterranean heritage brought at the turn of the century by Greek sponge divers and their families. The feast of Epiphany on January 6th, the largest such celebration in the U.S., attracts spectators from all over the country.

Downtown Tarpon Springs is just a mile south of the Sponge Docks and is listed in The National Register of Historic Places. There you will find a mixture of antique shops, art galleries, specialty shops, and restaurants. The vibrant center of the city includes the Cultural Center, where a variety of exhibits, concerts, and programs are held. St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Cathedral, a replica of St. Sophia Cathedral in Constantinople, is open daily to visitors and worshipers. At the Universalist Church, the paintings of world-renowned landscape artist George Imess, Jr. can be seen from October to May.

Whether you wish to experience the coastal lifestyle, stay in touch with the natural surroundings, sample Greek cuisine, or desire fresh seafood, a deli sandwich, Coq au Vin, or Afternoon Tea, Tarpon Springs offers something to tempt everyone.