20 Reasons You Should Go to Tampa, Florida

18 Soak up Tarpon Springs

Tarpon Springs is located about 30 miles northwest of Tampa and has one of the most interesting histories of all the towns in the area. This city is home to more Greeks than any other US city. The downtown area is listed in the National Register of History Places and is full of Greek shops, restaurants, and cruises. But that's not all Tarpon Springs is known for, as it's also the sponge capital of the world. While you're there, stop by Spongeorama, which boasts the world's largest selection of natural sponges.