Gorrie Elementary School
Public · Grades K–5
Tampa,
FL
Hyde Park
About the Neighborhood
Living in Hyde Park
Hyde Park is a historic residential neighborhood in South Tampa, just across the Hillsborough River from downtown. Hyde Park Village, an outdoor shopping district along West Swann Avenue, is home to popular spots like On Swann, bartaco, and Forbici Modern Italian. Nearby, Oxford Exchange serves meals and afternoon tea in a historic building, and the Henry B. Plant Museum on the University of Tampa campus showcases the former Tampa Bay Hotel. Bayshore Boulevard’s 4.5-mile waterfront sidewalk is among the longest continuous sidewalks in the country, with a fitness trail that includes pull-up bars and sit-up benches. Hyde Park offers residents historic charm, waterfront recreation, and a walkable village setting.
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Walk, Bike & Transit
69
Walk Score
60
Bike Score
29
Transit Score
Education
Schools
Wilson Middle School
Public · Grades 6–8
Mitchell Elementary School
Public · Grades PK–5
Rampello K-8 Magnet School
Public · Grades K–8
Stewart Middle Magnet School
Public · Grades 6–8
Questions
Frequently Asked
Where is Hyde Park located in Tampa?
Hyde Park is situated in South Tampa, bordered by the Hillsborough River to the north and Bayshore Boulevard to the east.
Is Hyde Park a good neighborhood to live in Tampa?
Hyde Park combines historic South Tampa character with walkable village shopping and quick access to downtown. The neighborhood features early 1900s Craftsman bungalows, Mediterranean-style homes, townhomes, and condominiums along tree-lined streets and Bayshore Boulevard. Commuters can reach downtown Tampa via I-275, the Selmon Expressway, and Kennedy Boulevard. One thing to note is that Bayshore Boulevard and Hyde Park Village can get busy on weekends and during events like the Gasparilla Parade.
What is Hyde Park, Tampa known for?
Hyde Park is recognized for its origins in the 1880s, when railroad financier Henry B. Plant built the first bridge across the Hillsborough River and opened the area to residential development. The neighborhood continues that history with a National Register historic district of bungalows and homes, outdoor shopping at Hyde Park Village, and the waterfront sidewalk along Bayshore Boulevard.
How far is Hyde Park from downtown Tampa?
Hyde Park is roughly 2 miles southwest of downtown Tampa.
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