Embark on a historian-led walking tour of the Jungle Prada Site, home to the best-preserved American Indian mound in Tampa Bay. Discover the prehistoric Tocobaga village and the landing place of Pánfilo de Narváez’s expedition. Encounter wild peacocks and native plants, and uncover the hidden side of St. Petersburg, Florida!
Embark on a historian-led walking tour of the Jungle Prada Site, home to the best-preserved American Indian mound in Tampa Bay. Discover the prehistoric Tocobaga village and the landing place of Pánfilo de Narváez’s expedition. Encounter wild peacocks and native plants, and uncover the hidden side of St. Petersburg, Florida!
- St. Petersburg - The Jungle Prada Site stands as the most well-preserved American Indian site in the Tampa Bay area. The highlight of the 75-minute guided tour through Florida’s history is a massive Tocobaga Indian midden mound and the adjacent village plaza. Nestled in the historic Jungle Prada neighborhood, the main mound is composed of tens of…
- St. Petersburg - The Jungle Prada Site stands as the most well-preserved American Indian site in the Tampa Bay area. The highlight of the 75-minute guided tour through Florida’s history is a massive Tocobaga Indian midden mound and the adjacent village plaza. Nestled in the historic Jungle Prada neighborhood, the main mound is composed of tens of thousands of ancient conch and whelk shells, stretching over 900 feet in length! The lush subtropical jungle landscape is home to numerous stunning free-roaming peacocks. The tour and its locations are rich with Florida history, presented in an engaging and lively manner. Alongside learning about the Tocobaga Indians, participants will discover the remarkable tale of Alvar Nunez Cabeza de Vaca, a Spanish conquistador who arrived at Jungle Prada with the 1528 Narvaez Expedition. His extraordinary survival journey took him and three others from Florida to the Pacific Ocean (1528 - 1536). Whether a Florida resident or a visitor with an interest in history and archaeology, the Jungle Prada Site Tour offers a fulfilling experience that will stimulate your mind and challenge your perceptions of the Sunshine State!
- Jungle Prada de Navarez Park - A nearby attraction offering free parking and a short walk to the site tour.
- On-site parking available
- 75-minute guided tour led by a historian
- On-site parking available
- 75-minute guided tour led by a historian
- Transportation to/from attraction
- Bottled water
- Transportation to/from attraction
- Bottled water
The Jungle Prada Site History Tour is a historian-led walking tour of a private seaside garden and featuring the best-preserved American Indian mound in Tampa Bay. The Jungle Prada Site Complex is also thought to be the landing place of the 1528 expedition led by Pánfilo de Narváez, the survivors of which walked from Florida all the way to the Pacific…
The Jungle Prada Site History Tour is a historian-led walking tour of a private seaside garden and featuring the best-preserved American Indian mound in Tampa Bay. The Jungle Prada Site Complex is also thought to be the landing place of the 1528 expedition led by Pánfilo de Narváez, the survivors of which walked from Florida all the way to the Pacific Ocean (1528 – 1536). The privately-owned Anderson Mound has been lovingly preserved by members of the Anderson family for over 80 years.
You’ll meet wild peacocks, discover native plants used by the Tocobaga people, and explore a side of St. Petersburg, Florida you never knew existed!
Safety Statement:
Due to the historic nature of the property some surfaces are uneven. Please watch your step and use caution on the paths. Other potential risks include all those that naturally arise from walking through heavily wooded or natural areas.
- Pets are not allowed on the site
- Due to the historic nature of the property some surfaces are uneven. Please watch your step and always exercise caution. Other potential risks include all those that naturally arise from walking through heavily wooded areas.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.