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Candle Stores & Studios in Tampa, FL

Whether you're after soy candles, custom scents, or a candle making workshop, these 11 candle stores serve Tampa, FL — check hours and call ahead for classes. Providers listed in Tampa cover candle stores, home fragrance & gifts and candle making studios & classes. Tampa sits in Hillsborough County, Florida. Other Florida cities covered include Jacksonville, Miami and Tarpon Springs.

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Ask about candle making classes, custom orders, or private events at Tampa candle stores and studios.

1. Seventh Avenue Apothecary Candle Stores

Tampa, FL

2. The Candle Pour Candle Stores

420 W Kennedy Blvd

3. Bijou Candleworks Candle Stores

Tampa, FL

4. Astatula Candle Co. Candle Stores

Tampa, FL

5. Eccentric Scents Llc Home Fragrance & Gifts

4015 S West Shore Blvd Ste 7

6. Cape Candle Candle Stores

9801 Lella Ave

7. Let's Get Lit Candles Candle Stores

100 S Ashley Dr Ste 600

8. Bougie Candle Bar Llc Candle Making Studios & Classes

6421 N Florida Ave

9. Pour me amore candle making experience Candle Making Studios & Classes

3906 E 11th Ave

10. KB Scented Candles, LLC Home Fragrance & Gifts

13542 N Florida Ave Ste 114C

11. Scratch And Sniff Luxury Candle Co Candle Stores

19046 Bruce B Downs Blvd

Candle shops in Tampa, FL: a local guide

We currently track 11 candle shops and makers serving Tampa, FL in Hillsborough County.

What candles costs in Tampa

Handmade candles in Tampa usually run $15-$40 depending on size, wax, and scent; soy and beeswax cost more than paraffin but burn cleaner and longer. Larger jars and gift sets run higher.

What to look for in a candle shop in Tampa

  • Look for soy, coconut, or beeswax wax if you want a cleaner, longer burn than paraffin.
  • Check that scents use quality fragrance or essential oils and aren't overpowering unlit.
  • Support local Tampa makers — small-batch candles are often better poured and better value than mass brands.
  • Ask about burn time and wick type; a cotton or wood wick and a full wax pool matter.
  • For gifts, ask about gift sets, custom scents, and local pickup near Tampa.

Questions to ask before you buy

  • Are the fragrances phthalate-free or made with essential oils?
  • Do you make candles in-house or resell?
  • Do you offer custom scents or gift sets?
  • Can I pick up locally in Tampa?
  • What's your policy if the scent isn't right?

Many Tampa listings also carry soy, beeswax, and scented candles, gifts, and candle-making supplies.

Frequently asked questions

How much do handmade candles cost in Tampa?

Handmade candles from Tampa shops usually run $15 to $40 depending on size, wax, and scent. Soy and beeswax cost more than paraffin but burn cleaner and longer.

What is the best type of candle wax?

Soy, coconut, and beeswax burn cleaner and longer than paraffin and hold scent well. Many Tampa makers use them, so ask what a shop pours.

Why is my candle tunneling or burning too fast?

It is usually a wick or wax-pool issue. Trim the wick to about a quarter inch and let the first burn melt the top edge to edge. A good shop can recommend the right size.

Do Tampa candle shops make custom scents or gift sets?

Many small makers offer custom scents, gift sets, and local pickup. Ask the shops above, as it is a common request for weddings and events.

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