Tampa Bay

Tampa Bay is the ultimate gateway to Florida!

Tampa Bay is a bustling energetic destination with a uniquely walkable downtown, a historically important Cuban district, a thriving gastronomy scene, active adventures, sky-high roller coasters, exotic wildlife, authentic culture, and so much more!

Bask in the warm sun, exciting fun, and rich culture that welcomes all. Discover adventures with a relaxing vibe and create holiday experiences that are authentically Tampa Bay. Dine effortlessly at world-class restaurants with cuisine as rich as the culture.

Stroll the Tampa Riverwalk, which links eateries, parks, and cultural centres like gems on a string. Step into the past in Ybor City, where Cuban artisans hand-roll cigars as they have since 1885. Revel in the spirit of Gasparilla, Tampa Bay’s annual pirate-themed party. Treasure awaits. 

Why not visit this amazing destination soon to experience the perfect union of exhilaration with relaxation; creating something they like to call The Tampa Bay Effect?

Getting to Tampa Bay from the UK couldn’t be easier!

Tampa International Airport sits on George J Bean Parkway on the east shore of Tampa Bay in Florida’s Hillsborough County and is your gateway to the amazing West Coast of Florida. The airport is five miles (8.046kms) west of Downtown Tampa and is easily accessible by hire car, taxi, and public bus services.

With non-stop/direct flights to 100+ destinations throughout North America, Central America, the Caribbean, and Europe - including from/to London Heathrow on Virgin Atlantic and London Gatwick on British Airways – Tampa Bay is the perfect two to three-night addition to any Florida itinerary.

Tampa Bay’s cuisine is just as unique and rich as its culture!

Discover fine dining or farm-to-table restaurants and fresh seafood and authentic Spanish dishes. Sip on lavish drinks at waterfront bistros and bars, explore Tampa Bay’s craft beer scene at Cigar City Brewing, and delve into the world of hand-crafted spirits at Dark Door Spirits and Florida Cane.

Indulge in Michelin-Star dining at Koya, Rocca, and Lilac;  the friendly Tampa Bib Gourmand eateries like Gorkhali Kitchen, Rooster and The Till, and Psomi; and recommended Michelin Plates at Bern’s Steak House, Cena, Elevage, Haven, Kosen, Mise en Place, Olivia, Restaurant BT, Ulele, and more.

Come, explore, and unlock adventure!

Discover Busch Gardens Tampa Bay’s unique mix of world-class thrill rides and 200+ animal species; ignite your imagination and learn through play and shared discovery at Glazer Children’s Museum; and unleash your adrenaline on a Bay Rocket Tampa jet boat thrill ride.

See The Florida Aquarium’s underwater delights; tap into your wild side at ZooTampa at Lowry Park; step back in time with Dinosaur World’s 200+ life-size dinosaurs; and relish an intimate and magical evening at Zubrick Magic Theatre.

Enjoy the finer things in life with a host of luxury experiences!

Indulge your mind, body, and spirit at one of Tampa’s luxury spas like Spa at Tampa EDITION, Rock Spa & Salon, Spa by JW®, and Spa at Saddlebrook Resort and savour Michelin-starred dining with Rocca’s house-made pasta, Koya’s exclusive tasting menu, and Lilac’s Mediterranean flavours.

Treat yourself to: a luxury hospitality suite to watch Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium; high-end retail therapy at International Plaza and Bay Street; or charter a private tiki boat to view dolphins, manatees, and the famous Florida sunsets.

You’ll have the best seats in the house with year-round pro sports action in Tampa Bay!

Follow the MLB Tampa Bay Rays, NFL Tampa Bay Buccaneers, NHL Tampa Bay Lightning, as well as the New York Yankees spring training, and a number of semi-pro and collegiate teams at Tampa Bay’s premier pro sports facilities.

If taking part is more your scene - hit the fairways at TPC Tampa Bay and Saddlebrook Resort; have a go at skydiving at iFLY Indoor Skydiving; solve the clues and puzzles at The Great Escape Room; or test your balance with Urban Kai Stand Up Paddle Boarding.

You’ll have the best seats in the house with year-round pro sports action in Tampa Bay!

Follow the MLB Tampa Bay Rays, NFL Tampa Bay Buccaneers, NHL Tampa Bay Lightning, as well as the New York Yankees spring training, and a number of semi-pro and collegiate teams at Tampa Bay’s premier pro sports facilities.

If taking part is more your scene - hit the fairways at TPC Tampa Bay and Saddlebrook Resort; have a go at skydiving at iFLY Indoor Skydiving; solve the clues and puzzles at The Great Escape Room; or test your balance with Urban Kai Stand Up Paddle Boarding.

…in Tampa Bay and beyond!

Escape to the idyllic surrounds of Bok Tower Gardens, dip into daily lives of early Florida settlers at Cracker Country Living History Museum, and Armature Works is the go-to spot for foodies and architecture fans plus you can enjoy Skyline views, waterfront dining and local craft brews.  SZ: replace with Hillsborough River State Park for hiking trails, wildlife spotting and more. 

Ride the 2.7-mile heritage TECO Line Streetcar System through Downtown Tampa, Channel District, and Ybor City; dive into Tampa’s history with a Pirate Water Taxi tour; or seek out bottlenose dolphins in their natural habitat on a Wild Dolphin Cruise.

Leave the city behind to experience: Apollo Beach’s Manatee Viewing Center in the winter months only; Hillsborough River State Park’s Fort Foster; Clearwater Beach’s clean sugar sands; St Petersburg’s vibrant art scene, and Daytrip to Crystal River to swim with manatees or Bok Tower Gardens.