Tampa attractions

Just south of Downtown Tampa you’ll find Tampa Hyde Park, a historic neighborhood that evokes the ambiance of old Florida with its collection of homes dating from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Today, it’s not only a desirable residential neighborhood, but also home to Hyde Park Village, lined with upscale boutiques and restaurants.

The central business district of this popular Florida destination is rife with a diverse arts and culture scene, as well as lively nightlife, dozens of museums, and a handful of historic performance spaces. A stroll along the scenic riverwalk showcases striking views of the Tampa city skyline.

First inhabited by the Manasota peoples 5,000 years ago, Weedon Island Preserve remains a significant cultural, ecological, and social destination in St. Petersburg. Along with historical landmarks, the limited solid land and rich marine ecosystem on Weedon Island offer unspoiled opportunities for birdwatching, kayaking, hiking, fishing, and wildlife photography. Guests regularly visit to spend the day under the sun, just minutes from downtown St. Petersburg and South Tampa.

Evidence of Native American activity at Little Manatee River State Park dates back more than 10,000 years ago. The area attracted loggers, railroad workers, and other settlers in the 1800s, but most remnants of the past have since vanished, leaving the mostly-untouched natural park a quiet place for outdoor lovers to explore.

The Port of Tampa Bay provides direct access to the Gulf of Mexico and beyond. One of the busiest ports in the state and serving multiple major cruise lines, the Port of Tampa Bay is more than just a launch point for international sailing. Luxury shops, fine dining, and local museums fill this waterside area in Tampa’s Channel District.

A haven for outdoor adventurers, Alafia River State Park is open year-round and has 20 miles of trails running through forests, flatwoods, and alongside lakes. This reclaimed phosphate mine comprising over 7,700 acres features elevation changes, unlike other state parks, offering a prime location for mountain biking.