Things to Do in Tampa
Tampa is a Gulf city on the west coast of Florida with Busch Gardens African theme park & the Tampa Museum of Art, plus beautiful area beaches. The city of Tampa, situated on an inlet reaching far into the west coast of Florida, is the economic center of western Florida. The Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL Area ranks second out of all areas in the State of Florida by GDP. (source)
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Without further ado, here’s our list of the Best Things to Do in Tampa:
Croc Encounters
Popular wildlife park boasts guided tours, education & close-up encounters with a range of reptiles.
About Croc Encounters
“Visit us on Saturdays at Croc Encounters for a self-guided admission. Every Saturday from 11am to 5pm, Croc Encounters offers a special up-close and personal look at the park including alligator and crocodile ponds, plenty of smaller stuff, a live feeding encounter, and a hands-on live animal encounter! You can meet the crocs and other critters during your self guided visit or if you’d like, schedule a guided tour to learn more, feed, touch, and have your photos taken with the reptiles!”
Grand Prix Tampa
Activities for all ages, from go kart racing, towering rope courses to mini-golf & arcades, set on 15 acres.
About Grand Prix Tampa
“Race our electric ProKarts, reaching speeds of up to 50MPH, on our challenging, Grand Prix style track layouts. Our Tampa location offers not one, but TWO different tracks. Improve your lap times with practice, and even keep track with your own personal score sheet printouts!
Our facilities are top of the line. Our lobby is climate controlled and equipped with leather couches, flat screen TV’s, and an overall comfortable and pleasant ambiance. You can watch races from the lobby or in our viewing area right next to the track.”
Tampa Water Bike Co
Tampa Bay Water Bike Company offers one of the most exciting ways to explore Downtown Tampa and its waterways.
About Tampa Bay Water Bike Company
“Hop aboard your own personal Water Bike with seating for 1 or join a friend on one of our tandem bikes built for 2! From there, you are free to explore Tampa’s waterways how ever you wish. Want to go North on the winding Hillsborough river, seeing the sights of downtown? Go for it! Care for a quick trip along Bayshore Blvd or Davis Islands, getting a glimpse at some of the most impressive houses in Tampa?
Don’t let us stop you! Or maybe the open waters of Hillsborough Bay are more your style looking for our local dolphin. Either way, you can choose your own path and the sites you want to see.”
iFLY Indoor Skydiving
There’s no other feeling in the world quite like indoor skydiving. iFLY’s state-of-the-art wind tunnels are designed to provide a safe flight experience, memories that will last a lifetime, and a unique story to tell!
About iFLY Indoor Skydiving – Tampa
“Flyers ages 3 to 103 can indoor skydive. From beginners to seasoned pros, people of all shapes, sizes, and abilities can take flight and have the time of their lives. You don’t need to be an athlete or in perfect shape — our world class instructors are experts at making flying fun for everyone who meets our flight guidelines.”
Lithia Springs Park
The park’s major attraction is a natural spring from which water flows year-round at a temperature of 72 degrees.
About Lithia Springs Park
“Well-known for its natural spring which flows year-round, cool, clean water into the Alafia River, the Lithia Springs Park was originally purchased by Gardinier, Inc., a mining company that soon became Mosaic Phosphate, Inc. When the company leased the park to Hillsborough County as a recreational area in 1957, the 160-acre site slowly became a popular camping spot.
After setting up camp, hikers can explore the woodsy trails and its diverse plant communities, river cypress swamps, and hardwood hammocks. But it is the natural spring that serves as the park’s major attraction, which—courtesy of the water’s 72 degree temperature—provides an excellent swimming experience all year long. In addition to swimming, visitors can fish and play volleyball. There are also a benches and picnic tables near the playground for the parents to rest and chat, while their kids can play at the park.”
Adventure Island
Thrill rides drench visitors at this outdoor water park that also offers a wave pool & lazy river.
About Adventure Island
“The park features 30 acres of water rides, dining, and other attractions. The park features 30 acres of water rides, dining, and other attractions. From our 17,000 square foot wave pool to our calming lazy river, there is something for everyone to enjoy!
Venture beyond the island with a new immersive experience you won’t find anywhere else in Tampa Bay with new VR Snorkeling. Get ready for twists, turns, drops, and surprises along the way! Spend the day having fun on all of our adrenaline-fueled water slides.”
The Florida Aquarium
Rated among the best aquariums in the US, The Florida Aquarium features 250,000-square-foot of aquatic and terrestrial animals.
About The Florida Aquarium
“The Florida Aquarium’s exhibits are laid out to show the journey of a drop of water from one of Florida’s many fresh-water springs out to the open waters of the Gulf of Mexico.
Consistently ranked as one of the top aquariums in the country, the 200000 sq. ft. air-conditioned space has more than 14000 animals from Florida and beyond. Meander through the aquarium’s maze of aquatic life to get an intimate look at some of the sea turtles, moray eels and stingray exhibits, or venture off to see the ring-tailed lemurs, playful otters and colorful chameleons. The shark tank area is a popular exhibit, while the alligator-infested waters offer you the chance to get an authentic Florida experience from a safe distance.”
Empower Adventures
This unforgettable 2.5-hour zip line adventure includes 5 zip-lines, numerous aerial adventure challenges, a 200′ suspension bridge crossing and wide open water views across Tampa Bay.
About Empower Adventures Tampa Bay
“Gain a whole new perspective as you ascend a 60-foot-tall start tower, fly on FIVE invigorating zip lines totaling more than 3,000’ over water and land preserves, traverse a 200-foot wood suspension bridge, challenge yourself with our aerial obstacles, and take in the most incredible, one-of-a-kind panoramic view over Tampa Bay.
You’ll also encounter multiple aerial challenges and revel in pride as you conquer rope bridges, log swings, cable traverses and more while overlooking the wildlife and waters of Mobbly Bayou Wilderness Preserve.”
ZooTampa at Lowry Park
ZooTampa at Lowry Park is a 63-acre nonprofit zoo located in Tampa, Florida. In 2009, Lowry Park Zoo was voted the #1 Family Friendly Zoo in the US by Parents Magazine, and is recognized by the State of Florida as the center for Florida wildlife conservation and biodiversity.
About ZooTampa at Lowry Park
“Tap into your wild side and make unforgettable connections at ZooTampa. Come face to face with amazing wildlife. Witness Florida manatees receiving life-saving care. Take a thrilling ride through Africa and so much more!
Nearly 1 million people visit the 65-acre zoo a year to see its more than 1,300 animals. Famous for having one of the most beautiful, tropical zoological settings in the world, the Zoo brings together animals and visitors to create unforgettable, natural connections.”
Busch Gardens Tampa
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is a 335-acre African-themed animal theme park located in Tampa, Florida.
About Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
“The park is so amazing that it has an annual attendance consistently exceeding 4 million, featuring conspicuous roller coasters with thrill rides, including a Dive Coaster named SheiKra, a launch coaster called Tigris, and Montu, as well as the tallest and fastest inverted roller coaster in the world when it opened.
Offering a unique blend of world-class roller coasters, a free flight aviary and numerous eateries, this is an unforgettable experience that you don’t want to miss! It is also worth mentioning that the park hosts spectacular events such as a Food and Wine Festival, Howl-O-Scream and the magnificent Christmas Town which features millions of sparkling lights.”
