Things to Do
Tampa Bay is packed with world-class attractions, outdoor adventures, cultural institutions, and local experiences you will not find anywhere else. Here is where to start.
Tampa Bay is packed with world-class attractions, outdoor adventures, cultural institutions, and local experiences you will not find anywhere else. Here is where to start.
From riverwalk strolls to spring swimming, Tampa Bay's outdoor scene is hard to beat.
A 2.6-mile waterfront path connecting parks, museums, restaurants, and theConvention Center. Perfect for walking, jogging, or a sunset stroll. Rent a bike or hop on the Pirate Water Taxi.
A 160-acre oasis with a natural spring that stays 72°F year-round. Swimming, camping, and wooded trails through cypress swamps and hardwood hammocks.
A 3,700-acre nature preserve with mangrove trails, kayaking, and wildlife viewing. One of the best spots to experience Tampa Bay's natural ecosystem.
World-class museums, performing arts, and iconic venues.
The largest performing arts venue in the Southeast. Broadway shows, opera, ballet, and concerts year-round.
A stunning museum dedicated to contemporary glass art on Central Avenue in St. Pete. Over 500 works from international artists.
A magnificently restored 1926 movie palace. Independent films, classics, and special events in one of America's most beautiful cinemas.
The 26-acre waterfront district with restaurants, shops, a beach, an observation deck, and public art. The new icon of St. Pete.
Plenty to keep the whole family busy, from zoo visits to beach days.
One of the most popular zoos in the country, featuring over 1,300 animals, naturalistic habitats, and interactive experiences. A must-visit with kids.
The combination of a theme park with world-class roller coasters and a 33-acre zoological park. Adventure Island water park is right next door.
A marine rescue center dedicated to the rehabilitation of ocean animals. Home to rescued dolphins, sea turtles, and otters.