A virtual tour of Tampa’s $35 million Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park, opening this weekend (Photos)

Tampa is ready to debut Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park, a $35 million public space that could spur more development in West Tampa and North Hyde Park. The park, which is across the Hillsborough River from the David A. Straz Jr. Center for Performing Arts, is 25 acres. Tampa Mayor Bob Buckhorn will give the state of the city address in the park on Friday, and the official grand opening is Saturday. The city has planned two days of special events to mark the grand opening on Saturday and Sunday,…Original Article