Grand Welcome Tampa

Florida is rich with beautiful coastline, and the city of Tampa, located in the heart of Florida’s Gulf Coast, is no exception. A culturally diverse city with its abundance of water-themed activities, dining experiences, and nightlife, there are more than just stunning views to be found here.

If you are an art buff or simply want to immerse yourself in the culture, art can be found everywhere in Tampa, weaving the stories of different cultures and backgrounds through and around the city. You can take in a concert, opera, or Broadway show at the beautiful David A. Straz, Jr. Center for the Performing Arts, located along the waterfront. Discover the roots of Tampa and how the city was shaped and formed at the Tampa Bay History Center. Top off your cultural immersion by viewing collections of visually stimulating modern and contemporary art at the Tampa Museum of Art.

For adventure-seekers, book a day at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, a combined theme park and zoo filled with thrilling rollercoasters and live animal enclosures. Cool off at Adventure Island, a tropical oasis waterpark with splash pools, waterslides, and a lazy river. Visit one of the United State’s top aquariums, the Florida Aquarium, as breathtaking as it is interactive and educational. If you simply can’t get enough of animals and wildlife, hop over to the award-winning ZooTampa at Lowry Park, known for its conservation efforts and home to a wide variety of animals big and small.

If big water is calling your name, book a fishing charter to catch your lunch or dinner, or sail peacefully on a romantic and private sunset cruise. The fun and funky Pirate Water Taxi will take you along the Tampa waterfront, with 15 stops for you to get out and explore. For a fun adult-themed outing, take a 2-hour Totally Tiki Tours cruise and watch for dolphins while you sip on some cocktails.

With so much to see and explore, these are just a few of the excitement that awaits you in beautiful Tampa.