Tampa Bay
United States of America · Florida · 5 m
Description
Tampa Bay is a diverse coastal region on Florida’s Gulf Coast, combining urban flair, culture, and laid-back beach life. The region is known for historic, Cuban-influenced Ybor City, the lively Tampa Riverwalk, a wide range of museums and attractions, and the white-sand beaches of Clearwater and St. Pete. Tampa Bay blends art and culinary experiences with theme parks, water sports, outdoor adventures, and spectacular sunsets over the Gulf of Mexico. Offering something for families, culture enthusiasts, active travelers, and beach lovers alike, the region ranks among Florida’s most diverse vacation destinations.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 2 to 5 days (optimal 3 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: November – April
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Highlights
- Clearwater Beach
- Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
- The Dalí Museum
- Ybor City
- Tampa Riverwalk
- St. Pete Beach
- The Florida Aquarium
- St. Pete Pier
- Fort De Soto Park
- ZooTampa at Lowry Park
- Sunshine Skyway Bridge
- Clearwater Marine Aquarium
- Pass-a-Grille Beach
- Downtown St. Petersburg & Central Avenue
- Tampa Bay History Center
- Sparkman Wharf
- Armature Works & Heights Public Market
- Honeymoon Island State Park
- Caladesi Island State Park
- Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks(Day trip)
- Tarpon Springs Greek Cuisine(Day trip)
- Henry B. Plant Museum
- University of Tampa & Plant Hall
- Tampa Theatre
- Tampa Museum of Art
- Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park
- Water Works Park
- Bayshore Boulevard
- Hyde Park Village
- SoHo & South Howard Avenue
- Columbia Restaurant
- TECO Line Streetcar
- American Victory Ship & Museum
- Adventure Island
- Museum of Science & Industry (MOSI)
- Lettuce Lake Conservation Park
- Hillsborough River State Park(Day trip)
- Manatee Viewing Center
- Weedon Island Preserve
- Sunken Gardens
- Museum of the American Arts & Crafts Movement
- Chihuly Collection
- Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg
- Imagine Museum
- St. Petersburg Street Art & Murals
- Vinoy Park
- North Shore Park
- Boyd Hill Nature Preserve
- Sawgrass Lake Park
- Egmont Key State Park(Day trip)
- Shell Key Preserve(Day trip)
- Sand Key Park
- Indian Rocks Beach
- Madeira Beach
- John's Pass Village & Boardwalk
- Treasure Island Beach
- Dunedin
- Dunedin Causeway
- Pinellas Trail
- Safety Harbor
- Philippe Park
- Brooker Creek Preserve
- Fred Howard Park(Day trip)
Getting there
- Airports:
- TPA, PIE
- Train stations:
- Tampa Union Station
- Seaport:
- Reachable by ship or ferry