Tarpon Springs is a city rich in Greek heritage. This beautiful city was first settled in the late 1800's and was named for the plentiful Tarpon fishing that was along the gulf coast. Shortly thereafter, residents began farmng the sponges off the Gulf coast and found a very productive market. This is how the city of Tarpon Springs became world Famous as the, "Sponge capital of the world." Constructed around beautiful waterways and saltwater bayous, Tarpon Springs offers a picturesque combination of new developments and Historic buildings throughout.
Tarpon Springs is a very tourist freindly town with a multitude of gift shops, restaurant, museums, performance halls and more.
• Tarpon Springs Chamber of Commerce The official site for the Tarpon Springs Chamber of Commerce
• VisitFlorida.com This site contains links and information regarding the city of Tarpon Springs
• FloridasBeach.com Great information on Florida Beaches and Tourist details
• ci.tarpon-sprinags.fl.us/tourism City of Tarpon Springs Website tourist details
