About Tarpon Springs, Florida

Tarpon Springs is located in Pinellas County in Florida. Tarpon Springs is very well known to have the highest percentage of Greek-Americans of any city in the U.S. Walking down the dock area you are sure to see mote than a couple of Greek flags.
Tarpon Springs first attracted attention in 1876 as a place for winter homes and some of the newly arrived visitors actually named the location Tarpon Springs after spotting Tarpons jumping out of the waters.

Beside Tarpon Springs being nown for it's Greek-American residents it is also the home to for the worlds finest sponges. After a red tide algae bloom occured in 1947 most sponge boats and divers switched to shrimping and fishing to survive. The city converted most of its sponge relades activities in to attractions. At this time the docks are mostly shops, restaurants and museums dedicated to the memory of Tarpon Springs earlier industry.

Tarpon Springs is a perfect place to visit for a day trip. With it's history of sponges, shopping and greek restaurants and other attractions you will be sure to have a good time!

The average tempature in Tarpon Springs in January is 51ºF and 91ºF in July.