Plant City City Overview
Plant City is a city in Hillsborough County, Florida. It is known as the "Winter Strawberry Capital of the World" and hosts the massive Florida Strawberry Festival.
Location and Climate
Plant City is located east of Tampa. It has a humid subtropical climate.
Best Time to Visit
Late winter (February/March) is the peak season for strawberries and the festival.
Best Ways to Get Around
A car is essential.
Top 5 Things to Do
- Attend the Florida Strawberry Festival: Enjoy the concerts, rides, and strawberry shortcake (early March).
- Visit Dinosaur World: Walk among over 200 life-sized dinosaur statues in this outdoor museum.
- Explore the Robert W. Willaford Railroad Museum: See the historic trains and viewing platform.
- Visit Keel & Curley Winery: Taste blueberry wines and craft beers.
- Pick Strawberries: Visit a local farm during the season to buy fresh berries.