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The Tampa Riverwalk is a scenic and vibrant path that runs along the Hillsborough River in downtown Tampa, Florida. Stretching for 2.4 miles (3.9 km) along the waterfront of Downtown Tampa, the Riverwalk offers stunning views of the city skyline and an array of recreational amenities and activities to visitors and locals alike.

As one of the most popular attractions in Tampa, visitors can experience a variety of activities including jogging or walking along the Riverwalk's promenade, with plenty of benches and shaded areas to rest and enjoy the scenery; taking a guided tour through History Park, which features historical markers showcasing local history; strolling on two pedestrian bridges; visiting multiple restaurants and cafes located right next to the water; attending concerts in Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park ; kayaking or stand-up paddleboarding on Seddon Channel with rentals provided by Urban Kai as well as many other water-related activities such as boat tours leaving from The Sail Pavilion next to Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park; fishing off docks at Cotanchobee Fort Brooke Park or Plant Park; going for bike rides with free bike rentals available throughout Downtown Tampa; enjoying local art pieces at Sparkman Wharf including curated mural walls sprinkled throughout downtown Tampa leading up to Sparkman Wharf from different artists from around Florida; or shopping at multiple retail stores among many other activities.

The Tampa Riverwalk also has plenty of clusters of non-water related activities that are just steps away from its shorelines such as watching a hockey game at Amalie Arena where NHL's former Stanley Cup champions - The Tampa Bay Lightning play their home games, dining at world-renowned restaurants including Ulele and Columbia Restaurant, exploring diverse cultural institutions like Glazer Children's Museum or The Henry B. Plant Museum found within University of South Florida Campus buildings located just minutes away from its banks, venturing into unique shopping districts such as Channelside Bay Plaza or Mercedez Benz Stadium - home arena for MLS' current champion - The Tampa Bay Rowdies - all situated nearby the path making it convenient for travelers to access those attractions without having to leave the area's vicinity.

Overall, traveling on foot along the entire length of this beautiful waterfront walkway is an experience that shouldn't be missed! From young children playing tag near The Sail Pavilion to couples taking romantic strolls under Springhill/Lafayette Street Bridge's twinkling lights during sunset hours – there is something special about every inch of this beautiful landscape that can only be experienced firsthand by its visitors!