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SARASOTA, FLORIDA - Much
to see and do on Florida's Gulf Coast |
BIG CAT
HABITAT & GULF COAST SANCTUARY
7101 Palmer Blvd.
(941) 371-6377 |
BIG CAT
HABITAT & GULF COAST SANCTUARY
Big Cat Habitat provides
education to the public to foster appreciation of the
animals and impart the importance of habitat preservation.
Our commitment is for their lifetime, which is more than 20
years – double their normal life span in the wild.
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MOTE AQUARIUM
1600 Ken Thompson Pkwy
(941) 388-4441 |
MOTE
AQUARIUM
See sharks, manatees and sea turtles, along with
more than 100 other species of marine life. Open from 10am
to 5pm, seven days a week, 365 days a year, including all
holidays. General admission includes access to Mote
Aquarium, the Ann and Alfred E. Goldstein Marine Mammal
Research and Rehabilitation Center and Immersion Cinema.
Adults (13 & older): $19. Seniors (65 & older): $18. Youth
(age 4-12): $14. Children (age 0-3): Free.
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MYAKKA WILDLIFE TOURS
at the
Myakka River State Park
"South Gate"
13208 State Road 72
(Clark Road)
Sarasota, FL
941-365-0100 |
MYAKKA
WILDLIFE TOURS
Air Boat and Tram Tours
Discover what makes the Myakka unique among America's
freshwater lakes. Hear intriguing stories about the
alligator, anhinga, and sandhill crane as you become
acquainted with the variety of creatures that make their
home here. These air-powered vessels venture into the
shallow, grassy areas where traditional crafts of such size
wouldn't dare to go. The leisurely ride is so safe and
smooth you'll have no problem taking photographs to bring
home.
Tour Fares
Adult - $12.00 13 years & older.
Children - $6.00 6 to 12 years.
Children 5yrs. & under, free in adult's lap.
Each tour is approximately 1 hour. Tickets sold at ticket
booth for tours that day starting at 9:00 am.
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RINGLING MUSEUM
OF ART
5401 Bay Shore Road
(941) 358-3180
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RINGLING MUSEUM
OF ART
The Museum of Art, built by John Ringling to
house his personal collection of masterpieces, today
features paintings and sculptures by the great Old Masters
including Rubens, van Dyck, Velázquez, Titian, Tintoretto,
Veronese, El Greco, Gainsborough and more. The European,
American and Asian masterworks available here make the
Museum of Art an awe-inspiring retreat. It is a palace for
treasures emulating the footprint of Florence’s Uffizi
Gallery, echoing its grace and grandeur. Open daily 10am –
5pm, Thursdays 10am – 8pm with discounted admission 5pm-8pm.
General Admission: Adults $25, Children (6-17) $5, Seniors
(65+) $20. Thursdays 5pm – 8pm Admission Adults $10,
Children (6-17) $5 |
SARASOTA
CLASSIC
CAR MUSEUM
5500 N. Tamiami Trail
Sarasota, FL
941-355-6228 |
SARASOTA CLASSIC
CAR MUSEUM
Here you will view Circus
Magnate, John and Mable Ringling’s collection of Rolls Royce
autos, John Lennon’s 1965 Mercedes Benz, and Paul McCartney’s
beloved Mini Cooper. Classic and muscle cars are on display
side by side, including Don Garlits, dragster number two!
The museum features immaculately restored vintage
automobiles spanning over a one-hundred year history of
man’s automotive genius!
Adult: $9.85
Senior: (62+)$8.50
Child: (6-12 years) $6.50
Under 5: Free
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SARASOTA
KENNEL CLUB
5400 Bradenton Rd.
Sarasota, FL |
SARASOTA
KENNEL CLUB
Live Championship
Greyhound Racing!
Matinee Races Mon-Sat 12:30pm
Evening Races Fri & Sat 7:30pm
Call Today 941-355-7744 |
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MARIE SELBY
BOTANICAL GARDENS
811 South Palm Avenue
Sarasota, FL
941-366-5731 |
SELBY GARDENS
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens is
an open-air and under-glass museum of thousands of colorful
and exotics plants. Many of these plants have been collected
from the wild on more than 200 scientific expeditions to
tropical rain forests by Selby Gardens research staff. Our
Mission: To provide an oasis of inspiration and tranquility,
while furthering the understanding and appreciation of
plants, especially epiphytes. The Gardens are open 10AM –
5PM every day except Christmas Day. Adults $17, Children
6-11 $6, Members Free. |
VAN
WEZEL
PERFORMING
ARTS HALL
777 North Tamiami Trail
Box Office: (941) 953-3368
Toll Free: (800) 826-9303 |
VAN
WEZEL
PERFORMING
ARTS HALL
Set along Sarasota's beautiful bayfront, the
landmark Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall has been
entertaining audiences with a variety of music, dance,
theater and comedy for more than 42 years. Built in 1968
with funds from a city bond referendum and a bequest from
philanthropists Lewis and Eugenia Van Wezel, the Van Wezel
opened its doors in 1970 with a production of Fiddler on the
Roof. Since then, the Hall has welcomed a broad range of
performers and shows, including world-class symphonies, both
classical and modern dance companies, jazz artists, pop
legends, Comedy and Broadway. |
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ST. PETERSBURG, FLORIDA -
Sunsets that can't be beat! |
ARCHIBALD BEACH PARK
15100 Gulf Blvd
Madeira Beach
(727) 391-7373
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ARCHIBALD
BEACH PARK
On Gulf Boulevard at
the end of Madeira Way. It has a pavilion, restrooms,
showers, and parking.
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DALI MUSEUM
One Dali Blvd
(800) 442-3254 |
DALI MUSEUM
Visit the world's most
comprehensive collection of works by the late Spanish
surrealist. Come see why the Michelin Guide gave us the only
three star rating on Florida's west coast, and AOL Travel
News lists the museum as "One of the top buildings you have
to see before you die. Adults: $21 (After 5pm on Thursday:
$10). Seniors 65+, Military, Police and Firefighters: $19.
Children 13 to 18 & students 18+ with ID: $15. Children 6 to
12: $7. Children 5 and younger: FREE.
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DERBY
LANE GREYHOUND RACING
Gandy Blvd
(727) 812-3339
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DERBY LANE
GREYHOUND RACING
Year-round live Greyhound
racing. Free Admission. Matinees: Wednesda & Saturday. Gates
open @ 11:30am. Post Time 12:30pm. Evenings Monday through
Saturday. Gates open @ 6:30pm, Post Time 7:30pm. Simulcast
racing 7 days a week. Poker Room open 7 days each week. |
FLORIDA
HOLOCAUST MUSEUM
55 5th St South
(727) 820-0100 |
FLORIDA
HOLOCAUST MUSEUM
The vision of the Florida
Holocaust Museum is a future in which peace and harmony are
reality in our neighborhoods, in our nation and in our
world. All of the suffering and loss is meaningless if we do
not understand what took place and act to insure that it
will never happen again. Adults $16, Seniors (65+) $14,
College students $10, Students under 18 - $8 (general
visitors), Student groups $7, Adult groups $9. Free
Admission: Active Military, FHM members, USF students with
ID, children 6 and under. Admission includes free parking
when available and free audio tour. Open Daily: 10am - 5pm
(last admission is 30 minutes before closing)
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MUSEUM
OF FINE ARTS
255 Beach Drive NE
(727) 896-2667
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MUSEUM OF
FINE ARTS
Discover 4,500 years of
civilization in thousands of objects extending from
antiquity to present – the only comprehensive art collection
of its kind on Florida’s west coast. Highlights include
masterpieces from Monet, Cézanne, Renoir and others, a
sculpture garden, a Steuben glass gallery and one of
Florida’s most respected photography collections. Monday
through Saturday: 10am to 5pm. Thursday: 10am - 8pm. Sunday:
noon to 5pm. Adults: $17, Seniors & Military with ID: $15,
College Students with current ID: $10. Age 7 to 18: $10.
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SKYWAY
FISHING PIER STATE PARK
4905 34th St #5000
(727) 865-0668 |
SUNSHINE
SKYWAY FISHING PIERS
The World's longest
fishing piers!
Since the original span of the Skyway Bridge was built over
Tampa Bay in 1954, fishermen have been targeting a variety
of fish, including Sharks, Tarpon, Kingfish, Spanish
Mackerel, Grouper, Cobia, Snapper and Sea Bass. When the
middle of the bridge was demolished, the concrete and steel
rubble was strategically placed to form artificial reefs
along both piers and offshore which attract a wide variety
of species. The Pier is located in 3 counties on Tampa Bay.
A unique fishing location between Bradenton and St.
Petersburg with easy access off I-275. $4 per vehicle, $12
for oversize or slide campers, plus $4 per adult; $2 for
kids 6-11 yrs. Under 5 Free.
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ST.
PETE BEACH
Gulf Blvd
(727) 367-2735
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ST. PETE
BEACH
A 5.5-acre park by Pinellas
County and its citizens, to preserve critical open spaces
and provide beach access along the densely populated Gulf
Coast of Pinellas County. Beach, 235 parking spaces (parking
fee), restrooms, showers, water fountain. Three boardwalks
to carry visitors over natural sand dunes and sea oats to a
white sandy swim area and a spectacular view of the Gulf of
Mexico. Swimming is permissible, however there is no
lifeguard on duty. |
SUNKEN
GARDENS
1825 Fourth St. N.
(727) 551-3102 |
SUNKEN
GARDENS
Sunken Gardens is a botanical
paradise in the midst of a bustling city. As St.
Petersburg's oldest living museum, this 100 year old garden
is home to some of the oldest tropical plants in the region.
Unwind as you stroll through meandering paths, lush with
exotic plants from around the world. Explore cascading
waterfalls, beautiful demonstration gardens, more than
50,000 tropical plants and flowers. Monday to Saturday 10am
to 4:30pm; Sunday Noon to 4:30pm. Adults $8, Seniors (55+)
$6, Children (2-11) $4. Free parking.
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THE
MAHAFFEY
THEATER
400 1st St. South
(727) 892-5767
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THE MAHAFFEY
Located in the heart of beautiful Downtown St.
Petersburg, the newly renovated Progress Energy Center for
the Arts—The Mahaffey is a 2,031 seat cultural jewel
featuring elegant ballroom space, spectacular waterfront
views, and European box-style seating. |
THE
PIER
2nd Ave @ Bayshore Drive
(Closed) |
THE PIER
(revisited)
In 1973 the Inverted Pyramid
structure was completed and opened to the public. It
continued the tradition of an over-water public gathering
place and tourist attraction in downtown St. Petersburg. The
Pier's approach and the pad that surrounds the caissons that
support the Inverted Pyramid date back to its original 1926
construction. Due to concrete and structural deterioration
due to corrosion of the reinforcing steel causing concrete
spalls, cracks and de-laminations, The Pier was closed to
the public in June, 2013. |
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AMERICAN VICTORY SHIP
705 Channelside Drive
(813) 228-8766
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AMERICAN
VICTORY SHIP
Aboard the American Victory
Ship, visitors can come aboard a fully-functioning 1940s era
steamship. They experience an unforgettable voyage of
discovery and relive history by visiting cavernous three
level cargo holds, radio and gyro rooms, hospital, galley,
weaponry, steering stations, flying bridge, signaling
equipment, wheelhouse, mess halls, engine room, crew cabins,
lifeboats and cargo equipment, then gaze upon photographs,
uniforms, medals, documents and naval equipment.
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BEN T
DAVIS BEACH
7650 Courtney Campbell Causeway
(813) 274-8615 |
BEN T
DAVIS BEACH
Fronting Tampa Bay and offering one of the first
sights of sand for those entering Tampa via Tampa
International Airport, this narrow beach is attractively
landscaped and stretches along the Courtney Campbell
Causeway that connects Tampa with Clearwater. |
BIG CAT
RESCUE
12802 Easy Street
(813) 920-4130
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BIG CAT
RESCUE
Big Cat Rescue is the largest
accredited sanctuary in the world dedicated entirely to
abused and abandoned big cats. We are home to over 100
lions, tigers, bobcats, cougars and other species most of
whom have been abandoned, abused, orphaned, saved from being
turned into fur coats, or retired from performing acts. |
BUSCH
GARDENS
10165 N McKinley Dr
(888) 800-5447
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BUSCH
GARDENS
Busch Gardens™ is open 365 days a year.
Occasionally, attractions close for improvements and general
maintenance. Park hours and show times are updated each
week. For more information on park hours and show times,
please call 888-800-5447 and select Option 1. Buy a Busch
Gardens single-day ticket and enjoy a 2nd visit FREE.
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CARROLLWOOD CULTURAL CENTER
4537 Lowell Road
(813) 269-1310
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CARROLLWOOD
CULTURAL CENTER
"Our mission is to provide
cultural and educational programs and events to our region
that enhance learning, creativity, and a sense of community
across groups and generations." |
CRACKER
COUNTRY
Florida State Fairgrounds
4700 Orient Road
(813) 627-4225
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CRACKER
COUNTRY
Cracker Country is a rural Florida living history
museum located on the Florida State Fairgrounds. It was
founded with the purpose of preserving Florida's rural
heritage. The museum recreates 1890s rural Florida. Its
collection of 13 original buildings dating back from
1870-1912 were relocated from across the state of Florida.
Imagine it’s the year 1898 and you have just settled in
rural Florida. What would you be doing, seeing and
experiencing? To find out, step through our doorway into
history and Discover the Past! Download Cracker Country
scrapbooking pages to save your memories for years to come.
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FLORIDA
STATE FAIRGROUNDS
4800 US Hwy 301 N
(813) 621-7821
Events year-round
also home
of the
Mid Florida
Credit Union
AMPHITHEATRE
4802 US Hwy 301 N
813-740-2446
for ticket, performer
and event info |
"Discover the Fun"
FLORIDA
STATE FAIR
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FLORIDA RV
SUPER SHOW
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GLAZER
CHILDREN'S MUSEUM
110 W. Gasparilla Plaza
(813) 443-3861 |
GLAZER
CHILDREN'S MUSEUM
Over 170 ‘interactivities’ in 12 themed areas to
explore, there are tons of fun ways to grow the minds of
parents and children alike.
Children under 1: FREE
Children: $9.50
Adults: $15
Military & Seniors: $12.50
MEMBERS: FREE |
HENRY
B. PLANT MUSEUM
401 W. Kennedy Blvd.
(813) 254-1891
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HENRY B.
PLANT MUSEUM
When you're building a railroad
to nowhere... how do you make the journey worthwhile?
If you’re railroad magnate Henry Bradley Plant, in the midst
of the sand swamps that would be Tampa, you construct the
most astonishingly magnificent hotel of its day, then fill
it with treasures from around the world. With its splendid
Moorish architecture, opulent furnishings, and spectacular
tropical gardens, Plant’s Tampa Bay Hotel attracted a host
of celebrated guests, from Teddy Roosevelt to Sarah
Bernhardt to Babe Ruth. A visit to the Henry B. Plant Museum
and the authentically restored rooms of the Tampa Bay Hotel
will transport you back to a time of indulgent ten-course
meals, waltzing on the veranda and alligator hunting by
moonlight.
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LOWRY
PARK ZOO
1101 W. Sligh Ave
(813) 935-8552 |
LOWRY
PARK ZOO
Come see the wild world of Tampa's Lowry Park
Zoo. With more than 1,500 animals, housed in 56 acres of
lush natural habitats, it's a diverse collection that is
suited for our local climate. With engaging interactive
exhibits visitors can enjoy close, but safe contact with
many species in the Zoo. Guests can see most animals in one
of eight habitat areas. After your virtual safari, make sure
you come to visit Tampa's Lowry Park Zoo! |
MUSEUM
OF SCIENCE
& INDUSTRY
(MOSI)
4801 E Fowler Ave
(813) 987-6000
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MUSEUM OF
SCIENCE
& INDUSTRY (MOSI)
Experience a scientific
playground of over 450 hands-on activities in the largest
science center in the southeastern United States!
MOSI offers over 400,000 square feet of permanent
interactive exhibits. |
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SEMINOLE HARD ROCK CASINO
North Orient Rd @
Hillsborough Ave
(813) 627-7625
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SEMINOLE HARD ROCK CASINO
Our newly expanded casino rocks 24/7/365. We're
one of the top 10 largest casinos in the world and you'll
find it all here. Over 5,000 of the hottest machines on the
planet – from the latest faves to the classics you love.
We've got over 90 table games, featuring Blackjack, Mini and
Midi Baccarat, 3-Card Poker and much more. If Poker is your
game, we have 50 tables of live high stakes poker action. We
also have High Limit Gaming for the High Rollers.
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STAGEWORKS THEATRE
1120 E. Kennedy Blvd.
(813) 251-8984
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STAGEWORKS THEATRE
Our Mission: To provide the highest quality
professional theatre which respects, ignites and celebrates
the human spirit while challenging the thresholds of
intolerance and insensitivity.
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STRAZ
CENTER
1010 North W.C. MacInnes Place
(813) 229-7827 |
STRAZ
CENTER
The Straz Center began as a dream by visionary
citizens of Tampa who persevered to bring to reality one of
the finest performing arts centers in the nation. It is many
things to many people and it’s more than just a building,
more than just a performing arts center. It is a presenter,
a producer, an educator, a community partner and an economic
engine for the Tampa Bay area. It is a cornerstone of the
Tampa Bay community.
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TAMPA
BAY HISTORY CENTER
801 Old Water St
(813) 228-0097 |
TAMPA
BAY HISTORY CENTER
Step inside the 60,000-square-foot History Center
in Tampa’s bustling Channelside District and take a journey
through 12,000 years of powerful stories. Follow in the
footsteps of the first native inhabitants, Spanish
conquistadors, pioneers, sports legends and railroad
tycoons. During your journey, you will stroll through a
1920s-era cigar store, row up the Hillsborough River, ride
along with a cattle drive and learn about the early
exploration of Florida in a dramatic theater presentation.
Adults - $12.95
Senior (65+) - $10.95
Youths (13-17) - $10.95
Students (with ID) - $10.95
Children (4-12) - $7.95
Children (3 and under) - Free
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YBOR CITY
1800 East 9th Ave
Tampa, FL 33605
813-248-3712 |
YBOR CITY
Known as Tampa’s Latin Quarter for over a century, Ybor City
is an exotic blend of aromas, flavors, sights and sounds.
From the scent of roasting Cuban coffee early in the morning
to the rhythms of Latin music late into the night, Ybor is a
feast for the senses. |
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TAMPA BAY AREA SPORTS
TEAMS |
TAMPA
BAY BUCCANEERS
3302 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd,
(813) 870-2700
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TAMPA
BAY
BUCCANEERS
Catch
Bucs
Fever! |
RAYMOND
JAMES STADIUM
4201 N. Dale Mabry Hwy
(813) 350-6500 |
RAYMOND JAMES STADIUM
From Tampa Bay Bucs football, the annual Outback
Bowl, to stadium tours, Monster Jam Truck shows and music
super stars, this venue is active year around.
The visuals are impressive, as well. Operated by more than
30 technicians at Raymond James Stadium, BucVision allowed
the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to become the first professional
team in any sport to show images through high-definition
television (HDTV). The main attraction of BucVision is the
sheer size of the two videoboards, each measuring 24 feet
tall by 92 feet wide, which is significantly larger than
conventional NFL scoring systems. |
TAMPA
BAY LIGHTNING
401 Channelside Drive
(813) 301-6500 |
TAMPA
BAY
LIGHTNING
BE
THE
THUNDER!
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TAMPA
BAY RAYS
One Tropicana Dr.
(727) 825-3137
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TAMPA
BAY
RAYS
GO
RAYS!
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TAMPA
BAY STORM
401 Channelside Dr.
(813) 276-7300 |
TAMPA BAY
STORM
THERE
IS NO
CALM! |
TAMPA
BAY ROWDIES
5982 Central Ave
St Petersburg, FL
(877) ROWDIES
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TAMPA
BAY ROWDIES
ROWDIES
PROFESSIONAL
SOCCER! |
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where the
BOYS OF
SUMMER
play ball! |
NY YANKEES at STEINBRENNER FIELD
One Steinbrenner Dr
(813) 875-7753
Spring Training
Schedule &
Tickets |
NY
YANKEES
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TORONTO BLUE
JAYS
at
Florida Auto
Exchange
Stadium
373 Douglas Avenue
Dunedin, FL
(727) 733-9302
Spring Training
Schedule &
Tickets
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TORONTO BLUE
JAYS
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PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES
at Bright House Field
601 Old Coachman Road
Clearwater, FL
727-441-9941
Spring Training
Schedule &
Tickets |
PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES
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PITTSBURGH PIRATES
at McKechnie Field
1611 9th Street W
Bradenton, FL
(941) 748-4610
Spring Training
Schedule &
Tickets |
PITTSBURGH PIRATES
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BALTIMORE ORIOLES
at Ed Smith Stadium
2700 12th Street
Sarasota, FL
(941) 954-4101
Spring Training
Schedule &
Tickets
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BALTIMORE ORIOLES
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TAMPA
BAY RAYS
at Charlotte Sports Park
2300 El Jobean Rd.
Port Charlotte, FL
941-206-4487
Spring Training
Schedule &
Tickets |
TAMPA
BAY RAYS
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