Guidebook for Tampa
Food Scene
Eclectic pub with New York-style pizza & ample craft beers, plus an outdoor patio, TVs & live music.
32 locals recommend
Hampton Station Pizzeria
5921 N Nebraska AveEclectic pub with New York-style pizza & ample craft beers, plus an outdoor patio, TVs & live music.
Down-to-earth setting featuring an inspired menu of farm-to-table American dishes.
73 locals recommend
The Refinery
5910 N Florida AveDown-to-earth setting featuring an inspired menu of farm-to-table American dishes.
Opened in 1956, this destination features dry-aged steaks, a huge wine list & flocked wallpaper.
384 locals recommend
Bern's Steak House
1208 S Howard AveOpened in 1956, this destination features dry-aged steaks, a huge wine list & flocked wallpaper.
Traditional Spanish restaurant, a branch of a long-standing local chain dating back to 1905.
365 locals recommend
Columbia Restaurant
2117 E 7th AveTraditional Spanish restaurant, a branch of a long-standing local chain dating back to 1905.
Dinner destination for inventive, locally sourced New American small plates in a rustic-chic space.
144 locals recommend
Rooster & the Till
6500 N Florida AveDinner destination for inventive, locally sourced New American small plates in a rustic-chic space.
Genial Italian eatery serving old-school eggplant parmigiana, plus new-wave ahi tuna wraps.
13 locals recommend
GINO's Restaurant & Bar
10006 N Armenia AveGenial Italian eatery serving old-school eggplant parmigiana, plus new-wave ahi tuna wraps.
Pizzeria chain turning out familiar pies, pastas & subs in a casual setting
13 locals recommend
ABC Pizza House
1242 W Hillsborough AvePizzeria chain turning out familiar pies, pastas & subs in a casual setting
Family Cuisine Of Tampa LLC
3001 N Florida AveQuiet environment and great variety of food
Vibrant outpost with a patio, featuring American plates, cocktails & wines in a modern, airy venue. If you love champagne, charcuterie, and cheesecake, this is the place for you!
102 locals recommend
The C House
6005 N Florida AveVibrant outpost with a patio, featuring American plates, cocktails & wines in a modern, airy venue. If you love champagne, charcuterie, and cheesecake, this is the place for you!
Drinks & Nightlife
Loungey bi-level club with outdoor seating provides entertainment & cocktails in sleek surrounds.
10 locals recommend
AJA Channelside
290 S Meridian AveLoungey bi-level club with outdoor seating provides entertainment & cocktails in sleek surrounds.
Lounge with chic indoor/outdoor partying space, plus VIP tables for celeb drop-ins (like Lady Gaga).
17 locals recommend
The Kennedy Soho
2408 W Kennedy BlvdLounge with chic indoor/outdoor partying space, plus VIP tables for celeb drop-ins (like Lady Gaga).
Splashy, multilevel venue with different vibes & music (from hip-hop to reggae) on each floor.
38 locals recommend
Club Prana
1619 E 7th AveSplashy, multilevel venue with different vibes & music (from hip-hop to reggae) on each floor.
Upbeat grill chain with American grub, martinis & microbrews, plus happy-hour deals.
24 locals recommend
Bar Louie - International Plaza
2223 N Westshore BlvdUpbeat grill chain with American grub, martinis & microbrews, plus happy-hour deals.
Wonderful place to try an eclectic and delicious variety of wines and beers.
14 locals recommend
Seminole Heights City Wine Bar
6703 N Florida AveWonderful place to try an eclectic and delicious variety of wines and beers.
Beer and Brownies Music Lounge
2312 West Waters AvenueAwesome prices, great music, and of course tasty brownies
Hip watering hole specializing in craft beers & retro arcade games in a convivial atmosphere
24 locals recommend
Lowry Parcade & Tavern
1213 W Waters Ave
Hip watering hole specializing in craft beers & retro arcade games in a convivial atmosphere
c.1949
6905 N Orleans Ave"Love this place, great selection, great staff, and lovely atmosphere
Airy, expansive taproom & boutique brewery pouring housemade sour beers, saisons & IPAs.
69 locals recommend
7venth Sun Brewery
6809 N Nebraska AveAiry, expansive taproom & boutique brewery pouring housemade sour beers, saisons & IPAs.
Chill indoor-outdoor hangout offering a large beer menu, comfort grub & music/movie nights.
153 locals recommend
Independent Bar and Cafe
5016 N Florida Ave
Chill indoor-outdoor hangout offering a large beer menu, comfort grub & music/movie nights.
The Brew Bus - Tampa Bay
4005 W Spruce StTour Tampa Bay's craft beer scene!
Parks & Nature
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.
903 locals recommend
ZooTampa at Lowry Park
1101 W Sligh AveZooTampa 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.
Busch Gardens Tampa is a 335-acre African-themed animal theme park located in the city of Tampa, Florida
2168 locals recommend
Busch Gardens
10165 McKinley DrBusch Gardens Tampa is a 335-acre African-themed animal theme park located in the city of Tampa, Florida
Nice quiet place to enjoy nature by the river and also u can see manate sometimes in the river
River Cove Park
1101 E River Cove StNice quiet place to enjoy nature by the river and also u can see manate sometimes in the river
Nice little park with a small brook and children's play area by the river. No water fountain though so bring refreshments
Patterson St Park
1018 E Patterson StNice little park with a small brook and children's play area by the river. No water fountain though so bring refreshments
McKay Bay Nature Park is a 38-acre park located in Tampa, Florida at 134 North 34th Street. The park and nature trail access McKay Bay, an avian sanctuary and a location along the Great Florida Birding Trail
McKay Bay Nature Boardwalk
McKay Bay Nature BoardwalkMcKay Bay Nature Park is a 38-acre park located in Tampa, Florida at 134 North 34th Street. The park and nature trail access McKay Bay, an avian sanctuary and a location along the Great Florida Birding Trail
Such a beautiful place to come to. A very peaceful environment where you can go unwind and enjoy nature for a bit. Love this place.
15 locals recommend
Epps Park
350 W Fern StSuch a beautiful place to come to. A very peaceful environment where you can go unwind and enjoy nature for a bit. Love this place.
Spring Hill is a census-designated place in Hernando County, Florida, United States. The population was 98,621 at the 2010 census, up from 69,078 at the 2000 census. The American Community Survey estimated the population in 2015 to be 103,197.
Springhill Park Community Center
1000 E Eskimo AveSpring Hill is a census-designated place in Hernando County, Florida, United States. The population was 98,621 at the 2010 census, up from 69,078 at the 2000 census. The American Community Survey estimated the population in 2015 to be 103,197.
Giddens Park is a relatively small neighborhood park where families go to play, relax & mingle. The playground equipment, water pad, & basketball courts are all very popular. There are lots of shade trees, ample grassy areas, & plenty of picnic tables. The restrooms & entire park are well maintained
7 locals recommend
Giddens Park
5202 N 12th StGiddens Park is a relatively small neighborhood park where families go to play, relax & mingle. The playground equipment, water pad, & basketball courts are all very popular. There are lots of shade trees, ample grassy areas, & plenty of picnic tables. The restrooms & entire park are well maintained
I went there a couple of days ago and had a wonderful experience. They have a rock climb play area, a zip line, different parks and trails in the area, etc. I would highly recommend that you visit especially if you have kids with you
8 locals recommend
New Tampa Nature Park
17001 Dona Michelle DriveI went there a couple of days ago and had a wonderful experience. They have a rock climb play area, a zip line, different parks and trails in the area, etc. I would highly recommend that you visit especially if you have kids with you
Essentials
Walmart Inc. is an American multinational retail corporation that operates a chain of hypermarkets, discount department stores, and grocery stores.
10 locals recommend
Walmart
7011 W Waters AveWalmart Inc. is an American multinational retail corporation that operates a chain of hypermarkets, discount department stores, and grocery stores.
Nice Clean laundromat in North Tampa. Just north of Busch Boulevard off of Florida Avenue great for travelers! They have a clean working bathroom free Wi-Fi and are open 24 hours a day!
Florida Express Laundry
122 W Bougainvillea AveNice Clean laundromat in North Tampa. Just north of Busch Boulevard off of Florida Avenue great for travelers! They have a clean working bathroom free Wi-Fi and are open 24 hours a day!
Outstanding place to wash your clothes. I came in to do my laundry and They have free washing machine today 2/17/17.
Two girls that work here are super super friendly and very helpful. The place is super clean I have USB charging stations many TVs and a great atmosphere.
Speed Wash Laundromat
2525 E Hillsborough AveOutstanding place to wash your clothes. I came in to do my laundry and They have free washing machine today 2/17/17.
Two girls that work here are super super friendly and very helpful. The place is super clean I have USB charging stations many TVs and a great atmosphere.
Winn-Dixie Stores, Inc. is an American supermarket chain headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida. Winn-Dixie has ranked #24 in the 2010 "Top 75 North American Food Retailers" based on FY2009 estimated
Winn-Dixie Pharmacy
2525 N Dale Mabry HwyWinn-Dixie Stores, Inc. is an American supermarket chain headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida. Winn-Dixie has ranked #24 in the 2010 "Top 75 North American Food Retailers" based on FY2009 estimated
CVS Pharmacy is a subsidiary of the American retail and health care company CVS Health, headquartered in Woonsocket, Rhode Island. It was also known as, and originally named the Consumer Value Store and was founded in Lowell, Massachusetts, in 1963.
CVS Pharmacy
6295 W Waters AveCVS Pharmacy is a subsidiary of the American retail and health care company CVS Health, headquartered in Woonsocket, Rhode Island. It was also known as, and originally named the Consumer Value Store and was founded in Lowell, Massachusetts, in 1963.
Banfield Pet Hospital is a privately owned company based in Vancouver, Washington, United States, that operates veterinary clinics.
Banfield Pet Hospital
1510 E Hillsborough AveBanfield Pet Hospital is a privately owned company based in Vancouver, Washington, United States, that operates veterinary clinics.
Friendly knowledgeable staff for both veterinary services as well as boarding.
Temple Terrace Animal Hospital
5023 E Busch BlvdFriendly knowledgeable staff for both veterinary services as well as boarding.
Kindred Hospital Central Tampa specializes in treating chronically, critically ill patients with specialized care who require an extended stay in a hospital setting.
Kindred Hospital Central Tampa
4801 N Howard AveKindred Hospital Central Tampa specializes in treating chronically, critically ill patients with specialized care who require an extended stay in a hospital setting.
My wait in the ER was minimal and the staff was amazing! I was admitted into the Hospital for two nights. My private room was very comfortable. The Doctors, Nurses, Technicians, and supporting staff were all gracious, patient, and kind. I was treated very well here! I really wanted to make a point of writing a review for them to say "Thank You" for taking such good care of me. This is a great Hospital.
9 locals recommend
AdventHealth Carrollwood
7171 N Dale Mabry HwyMy wait in the ER was minimal and the staff was amazing! I was admitted into the Hospital for two nights. My private room was very comfortable. The Doctors, Nurses, Technicians, and supporting staff were all gracious, patient, and kind. I was treated very well here! I really wanted to make a point of writing a review for them to say "Thank You" for taking such good care of me. This is a great Hospital.
Publix Super Markets, Inc., commonly known as Publix, is an employee-owned, American supermarket chain headquartered in Lakeland, Florida.
82 locals recommend
Publix Super Market
6001 N Nebraska AvePublix Super Markets, Inc., commonly known as Publix, is an employee-owned, American supermarket chain headquartered in Lakeland, Florida.
The service there is good employees are very understanding on how you need your drycleaning and the prices wont leave a hole in your pocket they have the best prices
13 locals recommend
McNatt's Cleaners
6210 N Florida AveThe service there is good employees are very understanding on how you need your drycleaning and the prices wont leave a hole in your pocket they have the best prices
Shopping
WestShore Plaza is one of two enclosed shopping malls located in the Westshore business district of Tampa, Florida, developed by Albert L. Manley of Boston, MA.
27 locals recommend
Westshore Mall
219 Westshore PlazaWestShore Plaza is one of two enclosed shopping malls located in the Westshore business district of Tampa, Florida, developed by Albert L. Manley of Boston, MA.
The Shops at Wiregrass is an open-air lifestyle center in Wesley Chapel, Pasco County, Florida currently owned by Forest City Enterprises.
102 locals recommend
The Shops at Wiregrass
28211 Paseo DriveThe Shops at Wiregrass is an open-air lifestyle center in Wesley Chapel, Pasco County, Florida currently owned by Forest City Enterprises.
Marshalls is a chain of American off-price department stores owned by TJX Companies. Marshalls has over 1,000 American stores, including larger stores named Marshalls Mega Store, covering 42 states and Puerto Rico, and 61 stores in Canada.
7 locals recommend
Marshalls
3661 W Waters AveMarshalls is a chain of American off-price department stores owned by TJX Companies. Marshalls has over 1,000 American stores, including larger stores named Marshalls Mega Store, covering 42 states and Puerto Rico, and 61 stores in Canada.
This is a clean, easily accessible shopping plaza. I went there to purchase a chainsaw from Northern Tools before hurricane Irma. Parking was not an issue, and I liked the access from the rear. Keep it up!
Horizon Park Shopping Center
3904 W Hillsborough AveThis is a clean, easily accessible shopping plaza. I went there to purchase a chainsaw from Northern Tools before hurricane Irma. Parking was not an issue, and I liked the access from the rear. Keep it up!
Hyde Park Village is an upscale open-air shopping district located in the neighborhood of Hyde Park in Tampa, Florida, United States.
283 locals recommend
Hyde Park Village
1602 W Snow AveHyde Park Village is an upscale open-air shopping district located in the neighborhood of Hyde Park in Tampa, Florida, United States.
Westfield Brandon, formerly known as Brandon Town Center and Westfield Shoppingtown Brandon, is a shopping mall located eight miles east of Tampa, Florida, in the suburban community of Brandon.
29 locals recommend
Westfield Brandon Mall station
Westfield Brandon, formerly known as Brandon Town Center and Westfield Shoppingtown Brandon, is a shopping mall located eight miles east of Tampa, Florida, in the suburban community of Brandon.
Rainbow Shops, commonly referred to as just Rainbow is a privately held, moderately priced American retail apparel chain comprising several lifestyle brands primarily targeting teens and young women. The company is headquartered in Brooklyn, NY
Rainbow Shops
2525 E Hillsborough AveRainbow Shops, commonly referred to as just Rainbow is a privately held, moderately priced American retail apparel chain comprising several lifestyle brands primarily targeting teens and young women. The company is headquartered in Brooklyn, NY
Ross is an American chain of "off-price" department stores headquartered in Dublin, California, officially operating under the brandname, Ross Dress for Less. It is the largest off-priced retailer in the U.S
Ross Dress for Less
2231 E Hillsborough AveRoss is an American chain of "off-price" department stores headquartered in Dublin, California, officially operating under the brandname, Ross Dress for Less. It is the largest off-priced retailer in the U.S
Tyrone Square Mall is an enclosed shopping mall in St. Petersburg, Florida. Opened in 1972, it features Dick's Sporting Goods, Dillard's, DSW, J. C. Penney, Macy's, and PetSmart as its anchor stores.
80 locals recommend
Tyrone Square
6901 22nd Ave NTyrone Square Mall is an enclosed shopping mall in St. Petersburg, Florida. Opened in 1972, it features Dick's Sporting Goods, Dillard's, DSW, J. C. Penney, Macy's, and PetSmart as its anchor stores.
International Plaza and Bay Street is a shopping mall located in the Westshore business district of Tampa, Florida.
615 locals recommend
International Plaza and Bay Street
2223 N Westshore BlvdInternational Plaza and Bay Street is a shopping mall located in the Westshore business district of Tampa, Florida.
Arts & Culture
Absolutely love this Establishment. Always clean and very well maintained. Their Philfest event is amazing and happens around Holy week or the first weekend in April. If youre looking for a place to hold an event or corporate meetings place it would be perfect.
Bayanihan Arts and Events Center
14301 Nine Eagles DrAbsolutely love this Establishment. Always clean and very well maintained. Their Philfest event is amazing and happens around Holy week or the first weekend in April. If youre looking for a place to hold an event or corporate meetings place it would be perfect.
Hillsborough Community College - Gallery 221
4001 W Tampa Bay BlvdGreat Campus and great talent.
Very nice works of art for sale. Beautiful and from different mediums. Paintings were from different artist and the associate who helped me was very knowledgeable.
Ocean Blue Galleries
284 Beach Dr NEVery nice works of art for sale. Beautiful and from different mediums. Paintings were from different artist and the associate who helped me was very knowledgeable.
The Tampa Museum of Art is located in downtown Tampa, Florida. It exhibits modern and contemporary art, as well as Greek, Roman, and Etruscan antiquities.
265 locals recommend
Tampa Museum of Art
120 W Gasparilla PlazaThe Tampa Museum of Art is located in downtown Tampa, Florida. It exhibits modern and contemporary art, as well as Greek, Roman, and Etruscan antiquities.
Michael Murphy Gallery is the most professional fine art gallery I have seen in the Tampa Bay area
Michael Murphy Gallery
2701 S MacDill AveMichael Murphy Gallery is the most professional fine art gallery I have seen in the Tampa Bay area
The Henry B. Plant Museum is located in the south wing of Plant Hall on the University of Tampa's campus, at 401 West Kennedy Boulevard.
88 locals recommend
Henry B. Plant Museum
401 W Kennedy BlvdThe Henry B. Plant Museum is located in the south wing of Plant Hall on the University of Tampa's campus, at 401 West Kennedy Boulevard.
The Glazer Children's Museum is a children's museum located in downtown Tampa, Florida, next to the Tampa Museum of Art and Curtis Hixon Park, alongside the Tampa Riverwalk. It is part of the Waterfront Arts District.
224 locals recommend
Glazer Children's Museum
110 W Gasparilla PlazaThe Glazer Children's Museum is a children's museum located in downtown Tampa, Florida, next to the Tampa Museum of Art and Curtis Hixon Park, alongside the Tampa Riverwalk. It is part of the Waterfront Arts District.
The Museum of Science & Industry is a not-for-profit, science museum located in Tampa, Florida, US. It is a community-based institution and educational resource that is dedicated to advancing public interest, knowledge, and understanding of science, industry, and technology.
311 locals recommend
Museum of Science and Industry
4801 E Fowler AveThe Museum of Science & Industry is a not-for-profit, science museum located in Tampa, Florida, US. It is a community-based institution and educational resource that is dedicated to advancing public interest, knowledge, and understanding of science, industry, and technology.
Great Explorations Children's Museum is a children's museum, program center, and pre-school in St Petersburg, Florida. It was founded in 1986 by The Junior League of St. Petersburg and Hands-On, Inc.
110 locals recommend
Great Explorations Children's Museum
1925 4th St NGreat Explorations Children's Museum is a children's museum, program center, and pre-school in St Petersburg, Florida. It was founded in 1986 by The Junior League of St. Petersburg and Hands-On, Inc.
The Florida Holocaust Museum is a Holocaust museum located at 55 Fifth Street South in St. Petersburg, Florida. Formerly known as the Holocaust Center, the museum officially changed to its current name in 1999.
92 locals recommend
Florida Holocaust Museum
55 5th St SThe Florida Holocaust Museum is a Holocaust museum located at 55 Fifth Street South in St. Petersburg, Florida. Formerly known as the Holocaust Center, the museum officially changed to its current name in 1999.
Sightseeing
This is a pleasure cruise experience. If you happen to catch dolphins along the way it's a bonus. The captain/owners are very knowledgeable of the bay area. Come and take in the sites of this awesome bay area!
22 locals recommend
Tampa Bay Water Bike Company
333 S Franklin StThis is a pleasure cruise experience. If you happen to catch dolphins along the way it's a bonus. The captain/owners are very knowledgeable of the bay area. Come and take in the sites of this awesome bay area!
He's a kind-hearted, sweet man who they call "The Dolphin Whisperer". Take the tour. You will not regret it.
22 locals recommend
Tampa Water Taxi Company
801 Water StHe's a kind-hearted, sweet man who they call "The Dolphin Whisperer". Take the tour. You will not regret it.
This was such an fun and awesome adventure. Very friendly, fun and made sure everyone had a great time. I would highly highly recommend this to anyone looking for a fun vaction day.
9 locals recommend
Kraken CycleBoats
333 S Franklin StThis was such an fun and awesome adventure. Very friendly, fun and made sure everyone had a great time. I would highly highly recommend this to anyone looking for a fun vaction day.
Tampa Bay History Center is a history museum in Tampa, Florida. Exhibits include coverage of the Tampa Bay area's first native inhabitants, Spanish conquistadors, and historical figures who shaped the world.
139 locals recommend
Tampa Bay History Center
801 Water StTampa Bay History Center is a history museum in Tampa, Florida. Exhibits include coverage of the Tampa Bay area's first native inhabitants, Spanish conquistadors, and historical figures who shaped the world.
Great fun cruise for all ages! We saw dolphins and were able to get close and watch them for a while. This cruise also took us to One Tree Island to look for shellsIf, you don't happen to see any dolphins you are guaranteed next cruise free.
27 locals recommend
Dolphin Encounter
25 Causeway BlvdGreat fun cruise for all ages! We saw dolphins and were able to get close and watch them for a while. This cruise also took us to One Tree Island to look for shellsIf, you don't happen to see any dolphins you are guaranteed next cruise free.
"Nice area that is universally wheelchair accessable so good for segways."
9 locals recommend
Segway Experience of St. Pete
225 Beach Dr SE"Nice area that is universally wheelchair accessable so good for segways."
The price is great and the employees on the boat make this a memorable experience. The island is surrounded by beautiful turquoise waters and filled with white sand. The dolphins you see during the cruise are hit or miss but even when you don't get a chance to see the dolphins the cruise is worth it just for the island excursion.
18 locals recommend
Odyssey Cruises
776 Dodecanese BlvdThe price is great and the employees on the boat make this a memorable experience. The island is surrounded by beautiful turquoise waters and filled with white sand. The dolphins you see during the cruise are hit or miss but even when you don't get a chance to see the dolphins the cruise is worth it just for the island excursion.