Visit Tampa, Florida

When visiting Tampa, you can explore the Tampa Riverwalk attractions, see marine life at the Florida Aquarium, and visit historic Ybor City for food and nightlife.

For a fun-filled day, you can experience the top things to do in Tampa with kids, including interactive exhibits at the Glazer Children's Museum or exciting wildlife at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay or ZooTampa at Lowry Park. Older kids might be interested in shopping at International Plaza and Bay Street or pet-friendly Hyde Park Village.

Indulge in a thoughtful date night in Tampa. Enjoy a romantic dinner at the Columbia Restaurant in Ybor City (the oldest restaurant in the state), take a ghost tour at the Tampa Theatre, or book a sunset cruise around Tampa Bay to top off a perfect weekend in Tampa.

You can conveniently navigate Tampa using convenient public transportation options, from bicycle rentals to water taxis.

Generally, the mild and pleasant months from October to April are considered the best time of year to visit Tampa.

Tampa, Florida, is best known for an exciting mix of arts, culture and cuisine, and no trip to Tampa is complete without a day in Ybor City. The enclave became known as the “Cigar Capital of the World” and “Cigar City,” attracting Cuban, Italian, Spanish, Germans and Jewish immigrants, particularly in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and ushered in everything from the Tampa-style Cuban sandwich (said to originate in Ybor) to a range of retail and nightlife options. Tampa also hosts world-class attractions, such as Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, Tampa Theatre and the architecturally stunning Henry B. Plant Museum in Downtown Tampa. Engaging events — ranging from the Cuban Sandwich Festival to the Gasparilla Pirate Festival and Florida State Fair — keep locals and visitors alike entertained.