Tampa

Tampa Bay Attractions

Unlock limitless thrills in the heart of Florida’s Gulf Coast. Whether you’re planning for a few hours or a full-day adventure, an array of Tampa attractions, adventure awaits. Dive into the excitement of Busch Gardens Tampa Bay^®, The Florida Aquarium, ZooTampa, and even serene Botanical Gardens. Wander through Tampa’s cultural museums, including the Tampa Museum of Art,, the Tampa Bay History Center, and the Glazer Children’s Museum. There’s an abundance of thrilling experiences and historical wonders to uncover.

CityPass

Tampa is one of only 12 cities in the nation to offer CityPass. Discover the Tampa Bay area’s best attractions with a deeply discounted pass that saves up to 53 percent off regular combined admission prices. Each Tampa Bay CityPASS booklet includes tickets to Busch Gardens® Tampa Bay, the bay area’s ultimate family adventure, offering thrill rides and animal encounters; two aquariums; a zoo; and more.

According to Parents Magazine, families or groups of friends will love The Florida Aquarium or Lowry Park Zoo, the USA’s number one zoo for children. Busch Gardens® Tampa Bay is the ultimate family adventure, offering 300 acres of fascinating attractions based on exotic places worldwide. A unique blend of thrilling rides, up close animal encounters, live shows, restaurants, and shops provide unrivaled excitement for all guests. The world’s tallest and fastest ride of its kind, Serengeti Flyer, features twin dueling arms that soar progressively higher reaching speeds of 68 mph and reaching up to 135 feet at the ride’s peak.

Zoo Tampa at Lowry Park

The fun begins as soon as you step foot through the Zoo’s Main Entrance! Visit the Main Free-Flight Aviary just inside, or splash around in the Manatee Fountains. You can also grab a bite to eat at Garden Grille, take fun photos with the Zootastic photographers, relax at the Mommy Stop or macaw pond, or simply continue on your adventure to one of  5 continent areas.

The Florida Aquarium

Come see why The Florida Aquarium is rated as a top aquarium in North America! The Florida Aquarium experience is designed to take you on a journey, starting with a drop of water from one of Florida’s many freshwater springs, all the way out to the open waters of the Florida Keys. Sights include a large simulated wetlands environment located under a tall glass atrium, shallow bays and beaches, and a coral reef ecosystem encompassed in half a million gallons of natural seawater.

Arts & Culture

In Tampa Bay, arts and culture run deep. Along the 2.6-mile Tampa Riverwalk, and throughout the downtown and Channel districts, a trove of rich culture and history awaits for you to uncover. From Broadway shows to classical opera, whatever the performance, the David A. Straz, Jr. Center for the Performing Arts is the center of it all. At the Tampa Theatre, step into the past and sit beneath the stars to see both classic and contemporary films along with concerts. Uncover historical roots that shaped the Tampa Bay community at the Tampa Bay History Center. Travel back in time and immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of the 1920scigar boom that forever turned Ybor City into Cigar City. See a vast collection of modern and contemporary art at the Tampa Museum of Art. The heart of Florida’s Gulf Coast is full of authentic history and rich cultural experiences for you to discover.

Ybor City

Step into the past and see how Ybor City put Tampa Bay on the map by becoming the “Cigar Capital of the World.” Visit the renovated J.C. Newman Cigar Factory and Museum, America’s oldest family-owned cigar factory, and learn the art of cigar rolling with its hand-rolling classes. Along 7^th Avenue – locally known as La Sétima – enjoy live music while sipping a café con leche or indulge in one of the district’s signature eateries.

At Florida’s oldest restaurant, the Columbia, share a pitcher of Spanish sangria and watch Flamenco dancers practice a tradition from the 15^th century. Visit Cuba without a passport by stepping through the gates of José Marti Park, where the park’s soil has been owned by the Cuban people since the 1950s in honor of the famed Cuban revolutionary fighter. Be sure to keep an eye – and an ear – out for Ybor City’s oldest residents, the wild chickens that strut through the streets.

Food Scene

Tampa Bay’s cuisine is just as unique and rich as its culture. Sip on lavish libations at waterfront bistros and bars. Take a bite into culinary diversity. Discover Tampa Bay’s fine dining or farm-to-table restaurants and enjoy fresh seafood and authentic Spanish dishes. Enjoy the cocktail culture while sipping your drink with sweeping views of downtown at Azure, a rooftop dining experience located at the five-star Tampa EDITION, or  SIX, an airy elevated rooftop bistro located on the sixth floor of the JW Marriott Tampa Water Street.

Michelin Guide In Tampa Bay

Tampa Bay is where history, culture and incredible dining collide. Surrounded by blue skies, sparkling waterfronts and a melting pot of cultures, cuisine in Tampa Bay is as rich as its history. In 2022, the destination earned inclusion in the first-ever MICHELIN Guide to Florida, becoming only the fifth U.S. destination to welcome the world’s oldest and most recognized restaurant rating system. . The streets are paved with culinary delights, so here is this year’s MICHELIN Guide to Florida.

Sports

TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS

The Bucs have pillaged the NFL and reached the peak of gridiron greatness with the first home-team Super Bowl victory in history in 2021. Raymond James Stadium may be best known for its 103-foot pirate ship perched above the north end zone. Whenever the Bucs score, the ship’s cannons fire their blasts

TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING

Winners of the Stanley Cup in 2020, 2021, and finalists in 2022 the Lightning look to add to their trophy case every year. Inside the chilled Amalie Arena, light and sound are everything you’d expect in a modern professional hockey experience.

TAMPA BAY RAYS

After a trip to the 2020 World Series, the Rays are still going strong earning honors in 2021 and starting the 2023 season off with 13 straight wins.

Golf

Tee off at one of 10+ Tampa golf courses! Golf enthusiasts, and professionals, from around the world come to Tampa Bay 365 days a year to challenge the pristine Tampa golf courses, thanks to the area’s temperate climate. Whatever your skill level, whatever your budget, the “Golf Coast” has the golfing option to fit your needs. Check out which course to book HERE.

Where To Stay

From luxurious hotels to accommodations ideal for business meetings, Tampa Bay offers a treasure trove of places to stay. Whether you’re visiting for business or pleasure, adventure can be found around every corner. Book your stay in Tampa Bay!