Things to Do in Tampa, Florida

From world-class thrill rides to live entertainment and 12,000+ animals, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is one of Florida’s leaders in family entertainment. Get ready to unleash your wild side at this 335-acre Tampa theme park with award-winning shows, animal habitats, water rides, zookeeper-for-a-day experiences, safari-themed dining and shopping, and more. Details

Experience an unforgettable family adventure at LEGOLAND Florida Resort, ideal for families with children ages 2 to 12. Just 45 minutes from Orlando's theme parks or downtown Tampa, this 150-acre park offers kid-friendly rides, captivating shows, and LEGO-themed attractions. Enjoy the adjacent water park, themed activities, 4-D movie experiences, and more. Details

ZooQuarium allows guests to double their fun at Zoo Tampa at Lowry Park and The Florida Aquarium for one low price. ZooTampa at Lowry Park is home to more than 1,300 animals and is famous for having one of the most beautiful tropical zoological settings globally. The Zoo brings together animals and visitors to create unforgettable, natural connections. Florida’s largest aquarium offers exciting exhibits for guests of all ages, from a Wetlands habitat with a mangrove forest and free-flying birds to a half million-gallon reef ecosystem with sharks, rays, moray eels, sea turtles, and more! Details

Dive into a world where sea turtles glide, otters play, and moon jellies await your touch. The Florida Aquarium in Tampa offers a splash of adventure with interactive exhibits, vibrant marine habitats, and a commitment to conservation. Skip the line and plunge into aquatic wonders today! Details

Adventure Island in Tampa Bay features 30 acres of thrilling water slides, relaxing pools, cascading waterfalls, and family-friendly attractions. Located near Busch Gardens, it’s the perfect spot for water-filled fun in Florida. Details

ZooTampa at Lowry Park is home to more than 1,300 animals and famous for having one of the most beautiful, tropical zoological settings in the world. This Tampa zoo creates unforgettable, natural connections between animals and visitors. Touch a giant tortoise, get hand-to-fin with slippery stingrays, and more! Details

Visit Clearwater Marine Aquarium, one of the best marine wildlife attractions in Florida! See rescued animals, including dolphins, sea turtles, sharks, river otters, and other marine animals. And be inspired by their work through fun interactive activities and presentations. Details

Imagine running into a T-Rex! Dedicated to the prehistoric giants of the past, Dinosaur World Florida is a unique theme park that offers 20 lush acres of meandering pathways to explore. Find yourself surrounded by more than 200 life-size dinosaur replicas and interactive activities, including a bone yard, prehistoric museum, a skeletal playground, and more. Details

Experience a magnificent Clearwater sunset as you sail the beautiful waters of the Gulf of Mexico. This relaxing Sunset Celebration Cruise takes you from Clearwater Bay through Clearwater Pass at sunset. Enjoy a romantic evening with that special someone, or celebrate with family and friends. There are few things more enjoyable than a leisurely sunset cruise aboard a double-decker catamaran. Bring your camera to capture the incredible views. Be sure to watch for the legendary green flash, an optical phenomenon that occurs at sunset as the sun dips below the horizon. Details

Dolphin sightings guaranteed on this Clearwater dolphin cruise! Sit back, relax and enjoy the ride as you embark on a journey to find bottlenose dolphins. The Tropics Boat Tours' highly-trained crew provides information about the Gulf Coast an points out celebrity mansions along the way. Their double-decker catamaran's upper and lower deck provides incredible views. Details

Featured at Revolution Off Road, this trophy bass fishing experience lets guests use the site’s private 60-acre lake, ideal for catching a trophy bass, croppy, snook, bowfin and more. First-time and seasoned fishermen alike can enjoy this experience to the fullest with guides to the best hotspots, life jackets and drinking water (provided), and photos of the experience for a small additional fee. Details

Offering a unique guided and narrated tour of the St. Petersburg and Tampa Bay areas, the Speed Boat Adventure Tour lets guests be the captains of their very own speed boats, allowing them to navigate themselves under the guidance of professionally trained guides. The tours include hilarious educational narration, as well as up-close views of dolphins, manatees, sea birds and more. Details