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Tarpon Springs

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Tarpon Springs is a city in Pinellas County, Florida. It is known for its implication in the sponge diving industry and its strong Greek presence. In fact, it has the highest percentage of Greeks of any city in America.

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There is limited public transportation in the city. Having a car is your best bet here. There are also taxis available.

Elite Taxis: +1 727-484-0248

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Sponge Docks. On Dodecanese Avenue, this area is the centre of all sponging and fishing activity in the city. Right by the water, the street features many shops, restaurants and attractions. Although a bit tacky, there is a dishevelled charm to it.

Bayous. Various bayous border the city and are perfect places for a stroll or, if possible, a leisurely boat ride. On Epiphany day, a Greek-Orthodox Holiday, the holiday is commemorated with the traditional diving for the cross, where young men dive in the Spring Bayou, on spring Street, to recover a sunken cross.

Tarpon Avenue. A charming old street featuring historic buildings and a few shops.

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Captain Jack's. 21 Oscar Hill Rd (on the other side of the Sponge Docks) [1]. Restaurant, Grill and Tiki Bar with a large deck on the water. Attracts a younger crowd.

Paul's. Arfaras Boulevard (perpendicular to Dodecanese). Restaurant and Bar that serves a range of dishes, including fish, burgers and seafood.

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DC's Downtown. Tarpon Avenue. Dive Bar with pool tables.

Tarpon Springs Castle Winery. 320 E. Tarpon Avenue. Phone: +1 727-943-7029 [2].

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Tarpon Springs is a relatively safe city. The area around the docks, Pinellas Avenue and Tarpon Avenue are all easily walkable. Taxis

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Tarpon Springs City website

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