Henry B. Plant Museum
Downtown 2 hrs
Discover Victorian-era luxury in this former grand hotel, now a museum.
Where to stay
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At a glance
Climate
Humid subtropical
Languages
English and Spanish
Local currency
USD
(USD)
Local time
(GMT-4)
Ideal trip length
3–7 days
Cost level
3 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Downtown/Riverwalk
Tap water
Generally described as safe to drink
Tipping
15-20% expected
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
90 · Outstanding
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Cuban Sandwich
Grouper Sandwich
Deviled Crab
Key Lime Pie
When to visit Tampa
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: March, April, November
Busiest: Mar-May, Oct-Nov
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Jan85
Mild, pleasant
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Feb85
Mild, pleasant
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Mar90
Warm, sunny
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Apr90
Warm, sunny
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May80
Warm, humid
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Jun65
Hot, humid, rainy
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Jul60
Hot, humid, rainy
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Aug60
Hot, humid, rainy
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Sept70
Warm, humid, storms
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Oct85
Warm, less humid
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Nov90
Pleasant, sunny
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Dec85
Mild, pleasant
Things to do in Tampa
7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
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Best in the morning
1 place
Best in the afternoon
1 place
Ybor City Historic District
Ybor City 4 hrs
Wander through historic streets, enjoy Cuban food, and vibrant nightlife.
Best in the evening
1 place
Sparkman Wharf
Channelside 3 hrs
Enjoy diverse culinary options, live music, and waterfront views.
Any time of day
4 places
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
North Tampa 8 hrs
Experience thrilling rides, animal encounters, and live shows.
The Florida Aquarium
Channelside 3 hrs
Explore marine life from Florida and beyond in this impressive aquarium.
Tampa Riverwalk
Downtown 2 hrs
Stroll along the scenic waterfront, connecting museums, parks, and restaurants.
Clearwater Beach
Clearwater (nearby) 6 hrs
Relax on pristine white sands and swim in the calm Gulf waters.
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Tours and activities in Tampa
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Ybor City Private Brewery Tour by Custom Golf Cart
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Tampa Heights Private Brewery Tour by Custom Golf Cart
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Tiki Boat - Downtown Tampa - The Only Authentic Floating Tiki Bar
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Tampa Indoor Skydiving Experience with 2 Flights & Personalized Certificate
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Guided Tampa Sightseeing Tour in New Street Legal Golf Cart
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Tampa History Cruise
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Zip Line Adventure over Tampa Bay
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Ghost Investigation Tour Interactive Paranormal Experience 18Plus
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Practical ratings
Our own ratings and key insights for this destination.
Near Tampa
Straight-line distance from the centre of Tampa.
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