Quick Summary:
- Q: What are some great things to see and do in Tampa?
- A: There are many great things to see and do in Tampa, including the beautiful Florida Botanical Gardens and attractions within the city's vibrant Ybor City neighborhood.
- Q: What are the transportation options in Tampa?
- A: For low-cost transportation, the Hillsborough Area Regional Transit system offers bus routes and the TECO Line Streetcar System.
- Q: Are there any free attractions in Tampa?
- A: Some attractions are free only on certain days – please check before you go.
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Admire native and exotic plants at Florida Botanical Gardens
Step back in time at The Henry B. Plant Museum
Stroll along the Tampa Riverwalk
Learn about the history of firefighting at The Tampa Firefighters Museum
Take the kids to Heritage Village
Learn about local history at Sulphur Springs Museum and Heritage Center
Enjoy the view from Ballast Point Park and Pier
Don't miss The Manatee Viewing Center
Check out the Gasparilla Festival of the Arts
Visit the Gasparilla Pirate Fest
Walk along the Courtney Campbell Trail
Relax at the Picnic Island Park
Explore historic Ybor City
Hike The Upper Tampa Bay Trail
Sample and buy ales at Yuengling Beer
Take the family to Ben T. Davis Beach
Tour The J. C. Newman Cigar Company
On a rainy day, visit Tampa-Hillsborough County Public Library
Join Tampa Downtown Partnership Free Guided Walking Tours
Visit The Tampa Police Museum
Take the kids to The Glazer Children’s Museum
Enjoy summer at Waterworks Park
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