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Sunshine Skyway Bridge

Tampa, FL
Ranked #5 of 71 attractions in Tampa
4.5 of 5 stars 156 Reviews
Type: Bridges
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Sebastian, Florida
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119 reviews 119 reviews
Reviews in 47 cities Reviews in 47 cities
45 helpful votes 45 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

If you have a fear of heights--don't go, but if you don't, let the fun begin. What a truly beautiful experience this is. You almost feel like your floating in space. The view is like no other in the state. If you're a passanger, have the camera ready and start shooting as you go towards the center of the bridge,... More

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Blackpool. Lancashire
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57 reviews 57 reviews
Reviews in 42 cities Reviews in 42 cities
58 helpful votes 58 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

This is a fantastic feat of engineering and the views are terrific More

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Dover, Florida
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

The bridge can be seen from many areas and is stunningly beautiful. From Ft Desoto it reminds you of a large masted ship on a vast ocean. The drive over is memorable and the views are fantastic. Much taller than expected it looms over the water with unexpected gracefulness. Large trucks or high profile vehicles are not allowed over in... More

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Lutz, Florida
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35 reviews 35 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW

if you like bridges you have to try this one. not good on a very windy day or during a bad rain storm. not a place to be during a hurricane either. it's usually closed down then. More

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St. Petersburg, Florida
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW

As bridges go, this is worth seeing. Its quite the cheapest toll $1 for a very long drive over the water More

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Tampa, Florida
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW

Going across this bridge always gives us a thrill! The beautiful scenery with the water on both sides is so gorgeous and special to all Floridians! A unique place to see! More

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St. Petersburg, Florida
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3 reviews 3 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2012

nice veiw its very beautiful on sun rises. great fishing here too. if you go under the bridge it big! go to east beach at fort de soto park and you can really see the skyway bridge. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2012

You feel in the air, lol. Great view with a sunny day reflected on the sea water on your way to the beach. A must trip when visiting Tampa! More

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Tampa, Florida
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2012
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Great bridge.....not exactly a destination, but the views from it are great. More

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Brooklyn, New York
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2012

you really can only enjoy it if you pull over once you cross it because, while driving over it, the yellow sails are facing you like a knife edge. it's real beauty is looking at it from the side at a distance. More

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