Experience the theatre, live music and entertainment in Tampa!
Elsewhere in downtown Tampa, you can catch a movie at the beautifully restored 1920s Tampa Theatre, browse Greek and Roman treasures at the Tampa Museum of Art and discover one of best sea-life experiences in the state at the Florida Aquarium, which houses seahorses, sharks and manatees among its impressive family of creatures.
For a lively taste of Tampa’s history, head north of downtown to Ybor City, where you can absorb the 19th-century neighbourhood’s Cuban heritage, explore its bars and restaurants and savour one of the area’s world-famous hand-rolled cigars.
Sports fans, meanwhile, should make a beeline for the Ray Jay stadium, home to Tampa’s Buccaneers football team. In tribute to the home team, the arena houses an enormous replica pirate ship that shoots canons as and when points are scored.
Away from Tampa’s city centre, adventure is the order of the day. It is an area rich in family-friendly days out, but the must-do for most is Busch Gardens: a vast 335-acre collection of rides and entertainment that easily rivals any of the attractions in nearby Orlando, Florida’s theme park capital. Brace yourself for adrenaline-fuelled spins on the rollercoasters and a thorough soaking at the neighbouring Adventure Island water park, a huge complex of wet rides and waterfalls.
Elsewhere in Tampa, families can see endangered orangutans and watch manatees through underwater viewing galleries at the Lowry Park Zoo, and canoe past alligators and turtles on the gentler stretches of the river at Hillsborough River State Park, or hike and cycle its scenic walking trails.
Downtown Tampa is a destination visitors seek out for its abundant dining options, live music and stunning river views. You might want to check out attractions like Tampa Theater or Tampa Riverwalk while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Notable for its gardens, restaurants and shopping, Temple Terrace is a sought-after destination for many travellers visiting Tampa. If you want to see some sights in the area, check out Yuengling Center or Museum of Science and Industry.
SoHo is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Tampa Bay, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.
Top hotels in Tampa
Estimated price for 1 night / 2 adults
Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa
4 out of 5
5223 N Orient Road, Tampa, FL
£133
per night
29 Oct-30 Oct
4.2/5Very Good! (739 reviews)
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Visit The Florida Aquarium and see more than 12,000 plants and animals from Florida and beyond in the 250,000-square feet (23,000-sq m) located in downtown Tampa. Start your Florida Aquarium experience in the Wetlands Trail, which is home to animals and plants found in Florida.
Tampa Bay CityPASS: 5 Must-See Museums & Attractions
£86
Tampa Bay CityPASS® tickets include prepaid admission to Tampa Bay’s must-see attractions at significant savings off the price of the same tickets purchased separately. Extra perk: CityPASS travelers skip most main-entrance ticket lines.
Get to know the wonders of tropical wildlife in one of the most beautiful, zoological settings in the world. ZooTampa at Lowry Park is known for being one of the most family-friendly zoos in the country, bringing together animals and visitors to create unforgettable, natural connections.
Two Can't-Miss Attractions. One Low Price. Countless Memories. With awe-inspiring sea creatures, incredible wildlife, thrilling rides and up-close encounters at every turn, there is something for the whole family at ZooTampa at Lowry Park and The Florida Aquarium! Buy your tickets together and save.
Experience spooky stories and unexplained events as you visit some of the most historic and haunted spots in Tampa—and steady your nerves with a few drinks along the way. Meet your costumed tour guide in historic downtown Ybor and head off on an adventure to explore some of the area's most haunted locations.
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We visited Clearwater which was lovely and Busch Gardens, which was good. Sadly, the weather cut our visit short, but that's to be expected in Florida during August!
5/5 - Excellent
Ella
2 Jul 2019
Lovely weather and food.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
18 Jun 2019
Did not stay in Tampa except overnight after late arrival
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
29 Apr 2019
Tampa Bay is very nice, the Ramada was fine. What I liked the most at the
Hotel was the staff and their amazing customer service. In particular Miss Simone and Jamaal. Meeting them has been like coming face to face with kindness.
