Overview
New Port Richey, otherwise known as NPR, or New Port, is a city founded in 1924 that is full of restaurants, stores, and activities, in the Big Bend Coast region of Florida.
3 sights · 6 things to do · 5 places to eat · 4 bars & cafés · 3 places to stay
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Best things about New Port Richey
Werner-Boyce Salt Springs State Park
Beautiful state park with primitive camping, bird watching, fishing, hiking, and kayaking.
West Pasco Historical Society
Richey Suncoast Theatre
historic movie theatre built in 1925, restored, used as a community theatre
Robert K. Rees Memorial Park
Includes a beach and boardwalk.
Sims Park
A Park that surrounds Lake Orange that includes a splash pad, amphitheater, and some of the Cotee river riverwalk. Also includes a Vietnam War Memorial, and a loop around Lake Orange.
James E. Grey Preserve
A preserve not too far from downtown with a playground, pavilions, grills, and over a mile of trails and boardwalks, as well as a wheelchair accessible area.
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Oct–May. Summer highs reach about 90°F; winter lows dip to about 54°F. Very hot (Jul, Aug) — plan outdoor time for mornings. Wettest: Aug and Sep. (climate data from nearby Largo)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- TPA Tampa International Airport, Tampa — 22 mi away (major hub). Directions
- PIE St. Petersburg Clearwater International Airport, Pinellas Park — 23 mi away (major hub). Directions
Budget & where to stay
- Typical meal: about $15 per person at listed restaurants.
See the Sleep guide ↓ for places to stay.
Sample 2-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Sims Park, West Pasco Historical Society, Richey Suncoast Theatre
- Lunch Kazu's Sushi
- Afternoon Cotee River Park, New Port Richey Recreation & Aquatic Center
- Dinner Ottaway's Ice Cream Parlor
- Evening Ordinance One
Day 2
- Morning Werner-Boyce Salt Springs State Park
- Lunch Argento's Italian Bistro
- Afternoon Regal Hollywood - Port Richey
- Dinner Catches Waterfront Grille
- Evening Regency Pub
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
Cuisine (tap to filter)
What to ask about, for your diet
Diet labels come from each listing's description and cuisine; “likely” means the cuisine usually has good choices, not a promise. Check with the restaurant. Open the food finder
Photos
Map
Every listing with a location. Tap a pin for its Google Maps link.
Get in
By plane
- Tampa International Airport Tampa International Airport (TPA) - 30 miles.
- St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport (PIE) - 25 miles.
By car
- US-19 - a north-south route, passes through both Port Richey and New Port Richey, connecting to other cities in the area, such as Clearwater, and St. Petersburg. Main St intersects US-19, with restaurants, shops, parks, and the historical society east of US-19.
- Ridge Road - an east-west route, passes north of NPR and through Port Richey. Connecting to US-19 and Rowan, both taking you south near the historic downtown.
- SR-54 - an east-west route, passes south of NPR . Connecting to Elfers, Odessa, Land O' Lakes, and Wesley Chapel, eventually turning into SR-56, which takes you to Zephyrhills.
By bus
Get around
Driving - This is probably the easiest for traveling outside the core of downtown. There are several major roads in the area that takes you
Walking - There are sidewalks on most roads in the area. Most roads in downtown have wider sidewalks than others, though US-19 is known for being dangerous for pedestrians.
Biking - There are several multi-use paths and bike lanes near the city. Parts of US-19, Rowan Road, and Ridge Road have wide multi-use pathways, and parts of Grand Avenue have bike lanes.
Buses - Pasco County's bus service takes you from the downtown all across the county, with several routes in NPR and PR to get you to any place you need. The Fares are a one-time ride for $1.50, a day pass for $3.75, and a 31-day pass for $37.50.
See
- Main Street - Street that runs through the middle of NPR with many places / attractions to see, such as the Dr. Frederick A. Grassin Bridge, originally made in 1967, made a historical maker in 2017, the Hacienda, an old hotel from 1927 that was renovated in 2022, and the NPR City Hall & Public Library.
Do
Buy
Eat
Eat Argento's Italian Bistro (Argento's)
Authentic Italian restaurant with many options, as well as an in-house bakery at the front. Reservation recommended on holidays.
Eat Grand Plaza Cafe
The Grand offers a casual lunch and fine dining atmosphere.
Eat Catches Waterfront Grille
A nice restaurant on the Cotee River with amazing indoor and outdoor seating. They have a nice blend of southern and sea food.
Eat Ottaway's Ice Cream Parlor (Ottaway's)
Takeout, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible.
Drink
Drink Fitzgerald's Irish Tavern
Drink Bruce Brother's Beanery (Bruce Brother's Coffee)
Small coffee shops with a variety of coffee and drinks.
Sleep
Go next
- Pinellas County, a part of the Tampa Bay Area, is south of New Port Richey
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