Sponge Docks is a bustling vacation spot near Tarpon Springs vacation condos and house rentals. Right after you touch the base of the town it is preferred point to start your activities right away. With more than a dozen of restaurants and around 100 shops, Sponge Docks caters to the interest of everyone. From here you can plan you can plan a sightseeing cruise down the Anclote River; have a gourmet dinner at the Gulf; or enjoy a sponge diving exhibition. There is also a 120,000 gallon salt water aquarium replete with exquisite marine life. In addition to the attractions of the city, you can also enjoy a pretty good number of world class recreational venues at the neighboring communities. From your gulf-side home Celebration Station at Clearwater, Busch Garden and Adventure Island at Tampa fall within half an hour's drive.

The downtown Tarpon Springs is a hub for all types of refreshment in the city. It can be accessed by a few minutes drive from Sponge Docks. Downtown Tarpon Springs is a historic place abounding with a rich ensemble of antique shops, art galleries, restaurants, specialty shops and fine-dining venues. There you will also find Spongeorama, a gorgeous museum. If you are a loner or you feel of having too much of bustles, head for the fascinating Pinellas Trail and enjoy a bit of skating, biking, or a romantic walk near Tarpon Springs vacation rentals; or for an ultimate wild experience you can access Anclote Key Preserve State Park, or Honeymoon Island State Park.