St. Petersburg Jungle Prada Site History Tour
Overview
We are located on the shores of beautiful Boca Ciega Bay, directly across from John’s Pass and Treasure Island. The privately-owned Anderson Mound has been lovingly preserved by the Anderson family for over 80 years.
You’ll meet peacocks (residents of the Jungle Prada Site since the 1950s), discover native plants used by the Tocobaga people, and explore a side of St. Petersburg, Florida you never knew existed!
Inclusions
- 75-minute Historian led guided tour
- Parking available on-site
What to expect
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Stop At: St. Petersburg, St. Petersburg, Florida
The Jungle Prada Site is the best-preserved American Indian site in Tampa Bay. The highlight of our 75-minute guided Florida history tour is a huge Tocobaga Indian midden mound and adjoining village plaza. Hidden away in the historic neighborhood known as Jungle Prada, the main mound consists of tens of thousands of ancient conch and whelk shells, and is more than 900 feet long! The subtropical jungle landscape here is populated by dozens of beautiful free-roaming peacocks! The tour and the locations are loaded with Florida history that is explained in a vibrant and engaging way. In addition to learning about the lives of the Tocobaga Indians, you'll also encounter the amazing story of Alvar Nunez Cabeza de Vaca, a Spanish conquistador who landed at the Jungle Prada with the 1528 Narvaez Expedition, and whose incredible journey of survival took him and three others from Florida all the way to the Pacific Ocean (1528 - 1536). If you are a Florida resident or a visitor interested in history and archaeology, the Jungle Prada Site Tour is a rewarding experience that will engage your mind and challenge your perceptions about the Sunshine State!
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Jungle Prada de Navarez Park, Park St. N & Elbow Lane N., St. Petersburg, FL 33710
Nearby attraction. Free parking attraction on site and close walk to site tour.
Duration: 5 minutes
Additional information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- Pets are not allowed on the site
- The tour takes place entirely outdoors, and is limited to 20 people per tour. Reservations are required.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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Was informative and with a child with us it was informed for her as well. Of course our tour guide was the best!!!
Was informative and with a child with us it was informed for her as well. Of course our tour guide was the best!!!The guide David Anderson is knowledgeable and has a genuine interest in sharing the story with visitors. He’s personable and safety-conscious (but not too). History buffs and even those with just a passing interest will be entertained. Good for all ages.
The guide David Anderson is knowledgeable and has a genuine interest in sharing the story with visitors. He’s personable and safety-conscious (but not too). History buffs and even those with just a passing interest will be entertained. Good for all ages.David was very knowledgeable. I especially enjoyed leaning about the Native American nation that lived there at one time.
David was very knowledgeable. I especially enjoyed leaning about the Native American nation that lived there at one time.Had a fun time on this tour. David was very informative and he truly has a passion for what he does. We had a small group and he tailored the tour to our size group.
Had a fun time on this tour. David was very informative and he truly has a passion for what he does. We had a small group and he tailored the tour to our size group.This is an amazing tour for several reasons. First, the foresight of the Anderson family to preserve such important history. Second, the fact that family leads the tours; their living experience on the property is reflected in the depth of the tour info. Last, it’s highly apparent David, our tour...
This is an amazing tour for several reasons. First, the foresight of the Anderson family to preserve such important history. Second, the fact that family leads the tours; their living experience on the property is reflected in the depth of the tour info. Last, it’s highly apparent David, our tour guide, is an historian at heart. His research and validation of the history shared made for a credible and very interesting experience. Adults and children will enjoy the numerous peacocks and peahens, the plants, and the water views. Highly recommend.David was a very passionate story teller. We learned so much about the early days of Florida and walked amongst the peacocks. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone that visits the area.
David was a very passionate story teller. We learned so much about the early days of Florida and walked amongst the peacocks. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone that visits the area.