Tampa Things to Do

From four-foot waves in the Endless Surf wave pool to body flumes, twisting water slides and thrill rides that splash and slither, this 26-acre park at Busch Gardens is as much fun for I'm-a-kid-again adults as it is for childr... more

The opportunity to watch 3,000-pound manatees, Komodo dragons, Persian leopards, and rare red pandas makes this a worthwhile excursion after the kids have seen the plains of Africa at Busch Gardens. With lots of greenery... more

Since 1904, Gasparilla has been the event of the year in Tampa, a festival of parades, floats, art shows and concerts. The festival, named for pirate José Gaspar, begins when a mock pirate ship sails into Tampa Bay. Pirates-for... more

See the more than 5,000 aquatic animals and plants that call Florida home at this entertaining attraction. The exhibits follow a drop of water from the springs of the Florida Wetlands Gallery, through a mangrove forest i... more

Knaves and wenches of the Bay Area join this festival at MOSI for a day of roguish frolic. Dine on gourmet treats. Eight stages feature jugglers, magicians, fire-eaters and specialty acts. Armored knights joust twice daily, and... more

In the bottom of the Radisson in Midtown, Latin Quarter pulses from a slow build up to an mind boggling crescendo. LQ is a swank meet market for those looking to dress to impress. There's live salsa music Wednesdays, and a Lati... more

Originally built in 1891 by railroad tycoon Henry B. Plant as the super-chichi 511-room Tampa Bay Hotel, this ornate building is worth a short trip across the river from downtown to the University of Tampa campus. Its 13... more

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Clarey said

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This par-61 3108-yard executive layout has a number of gentle hills that influence play. The greens continue the uneven theme and provide some sizeable breaks on a number of putts. Water is present on occasion. The par-4s are g... more