
Tampa Celebrity Homes Boat Tour
Traveler rating
3.9/5
Based on 246 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Tampa Celebrity Homes Boat Tour worth booking?
Tampa Celebrity Homes Boat Tour is a 1.5-hour experience in Tampa, United States, from $13 per person. It scores 61 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 3.9/5 rating across 246 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 61 / 100
- Rating
- 3.9/5 (246)
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- From
- $13 per person
Are you a baseball fan? Or maybe a hockey fan? Or better yet a football fan? Just a fan of the rich and famous in general? If you said "yes" to any of these questions, then we know you will want to see the homes of the rich and famous celebrities you admire. This is the tour for you! This is the tour for you. See the BIGGEST home in Tampa owned by a New York Yankee up close. This tour lasts one hour and will take you into Tampa Bay to see the homes on Davis Islands. There are canals lined with the grandest homes in the city. We get visited by dolphins on most trips as they play and hunt for dinner.
What you get
About this experience
Are you a baseball fan? Or maybe a hockey fan? Or better yet a football fan? Just a fan of the rich and famous in general? If you said "yes" to any of these questions, then we know you will want to see the homes of the rich and famous celebrities you admire. This is the tour for you! This is the tour for you. See the BIGGEST home in Tampa owned by a New York Yankee up close. This tour lasts one hour and will take you into Tampa Bay to see the homes on Davis Islands. There are canals lined with the grandest homes in the city. We get visited by dolphins on most trips as they play and hunt for dinner.
What's included
Included
- Carbonated beverages
- Bottled water
- Celebrity Home Cruise
Not included
- Gratuities (optional}
- Parking
- Transportation to/from attraction
What you'll see and do
Tampa Water Taxi Company
See the BIGGEST home in Tampa owned by a New York Yankee up close. This tour lasts one hour and will take you into Tampa Bay to see the homes on Davis Islands. There are canals lined with the grandest homes in the city. We get visited by dolphins on most trips as they play and hunt for dinner. Your guides will divulge little known facts about this city and share them with you. Many locals have said "I have lived here all my life and never knew that about Tampa!" When you leave this tour, you will know more than locals! Learn more than you image possible about Pirates and their history in Tampa. See the Pirate ship “Gabriella” up close and be sure to ask your guide "what's a Pirate beard in Tampa?" You will be surprised at the answer!
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Tampa
Departure Point: Behind The Tampa Bay History Center at the dock Tampa FL. Address: 801 Old Water Street Tampa, FL 33602 Directions: Dock (water taxi dock #3) behind the Tampa Bay History Center 801 Old Water Street. Parking at parking lots on Chanelside drive Board the blue boat with yellow top
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Departure Point: Behind The Tampa Bay History Center at the dock Tampa FL. Address: 801 Old Water Street Tampa, FL 33602 Directions: Dock (water taxi dock #3) behind the Tampa Bay History Center 801 Old Water Street. Parking at parking lots on Chanelside drive Board the blue boat with yellow top
Options you can book
12:30pm Celebrity Home Tour
4:00pm Celebrity Home Tour
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Tampa water taxi
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 244 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
7 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
244 verified traveler reviews for Tampa Celebrity Homes Boat Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Celebrity
Very informational. I enjoyed it!
via Tripadvisor
I think they made the call to early!
Our trip was canceled very early in the morning due to potential bad weather… turned out to be a beautiful day with sunshine all day!
Response from the operator: We make our choices on weather safely from years of understanding the weather in Tampa Bay. Would you make the same comment to your airline captain? Or would you want to be safe.
via Viator
Okay for something to do
A little hard to find the boat, the guide was great and knowledgeable not a lot of celebrity houses only two but you see mansions on the water and it was hot but everyone was under a covered top and cold water was provided
via Tripadvisor
Great day for a water tour
Great tour guide. Friendly and knowledgeable tour guide. Great weather helps. Good value for the money and free bottled water provided as it was 93° on our tour.
via Tripadvisor
Water tour
It’s a history tour as well as a celebrity house tour. Tour operator was excellent and enthusiastic!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $13 to $31
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 86
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by Tampa water taxi, who run 4 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 61.5.
See everything Tampa water taxi runsWhy this scores 61
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Tampa Celebrity Homes Boat Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Tampa.
How much does Tampa Celebrity Homes Boat Tour cost?
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Prices start at $13 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Tampa usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Tampa Celebrity Homes Boat Tour take?
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Plan for about 1.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Tampa is not rushed.
Is Tampa Celebrity Homes Boat Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 61 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.9/5 across 246 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Tampa, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Tampa Celebrity Homes Boat Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Tampa Celebrity Homes Boat Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Tampa Celebrity Homes Boat Tour?
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Around 86 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Tampa can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Tampa and add a light layer if any part of the 1.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Tampa Celebrity Homes Boat Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Tampa within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Tampa?
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Tampa covers Busch Gardens, Ybor City food and cigar history walks, manatee snorkelling at Crystal River, dolphin cruises on the bay and Clearwater beach days. Manatee tours are seasonal and heavily regulated, so operator conduct matters. On Outty we rank every Tampa experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Guided Tampa Sightseeing Tour in a Deluxe Street Legal Golf Cart, Shared Ybor City Historic Walking Tour, Locally-Guided Tampa Sightseeing Tour in Street-Legal Golf Cart. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Tampa?
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November to April, with manatee season from November to March. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Tampa?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Tampa Celebrity Homes Boat Tour?
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Included: Carbonated beverages; Bottled water; and Celebrity Home Cruise. Not included: Gratuities (optional}; Parking; and Transportation to/from attraction. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Tampa Celebrity Homes Boat Tour?
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Departure Point: Behind The Tampa Bay History Center at the dock Tampa FL. Address: 801 Old Water Street Tampa, FL 33602 Directions: Dock (water taxi dock #3) behind the Tampa Bay History Center 801 Old Water Street. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Tampa Celebrity Homes Boat Tour offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Tampa Celebrity Homes Boat Tour?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
What happens to Tampa Celebrity Homes Boat Tour if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Tampa Celebrity Homes Boat Tour?
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Across 246 reviews averaging 3.9 out of 5, recurring themes include knowledge and storytelling, the guide. Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
What booking options are available for Tampa Celebrity Homes Boat Tour?
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There are 2 options to choose from, including 12:30pm Celebrity Home Tour, 4:00pm Celebrity Home Tour. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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