Coral Castle
An unusual stone structure, created by Latvian eccentric Edward Leedskalnin (Eduards Liedskalniņš) in the 1920ies. The structure includes stones, each weighing several tons. He built it alone, without the assistance of heavy machinery. For a while, this caused rumors about the supernatural forces of Leedskalnin, but now the construction technologies have been explained.
Cinderella Castle in Walt Disney World Resort
One of the most iconic buildings in the entertainment industry. This structure was built in 1971 and represents a fusion of different fairytale castles – both real and imaginary. This luxurious castle has 27 towers.
Bok Tower and its gardens
This 62 m tall tower was constructed in 1929 in Art Deco and Neo-Gothic styles, with lush ornamentation. Around the tower in the 1920ies has been set a beautiful garden.
Tampa Bay Hotel
Historical, pompous hotel building. Constructed in Moorish Revival style in 1888 – 1891. This structure marks the beginnings of the tourism industry in this part of Florida.
Villa Zorayda
Private home of Boston millionaire Franklin W. Smith. It was built in 1883 in resemblance to the Alhambra Palace in Granada, Spain. This is one of the first buildings in the world that was built of poured concrete and also one of the first Spanish Neo-Renaissance buildings. Beautiful interiors. Also the first example of fantasy architecture, characteristic for Florida.
Walt Disney Concert Hall
Concert hall with amazing architecture, built in 2003, designed by Frank Gehry.
Paramount Theatre in Oakland
Large movie theater, built in Art Deco style in 1931. Ornate interior.
Russian Bishop’s House
A well preserved and restored example of Russian colonial architecture. This two floor wooden building was constructed in 1842 by Finnish carpenters.
Fourth Avenue Theatre
Movie theater in Art Deco style, built in 1941 – 1947. Valuable interiors with silver and gold murals.
Drayton Hall
The oldest unrestored plantation house in the United States. It was built sometime around 1738 in the Palladian style. Now it serves as a museum of plantations.
