Tampa, FL
Ranked as the 8th cleanest city of 2008 by Yahoo! Real Estate, Tampa, Florida is the third largest city in the Southeastern US, just behind Miami and Atlanta. Inhabited as early as the 16th century, this humid city's landmarks include the Sulphure Spring Water Tower and the Babe Zaharias Golf Course.
A destination that offers an eclectic variety of attractions, the city is also home to the Museum of Science and Industry, the Tampa Bay Performing Arts Centre, and the Fun-Lan Drive-In, a drive-in theatre.
Of course, if taking a stroll if more your kind of thing, Tampa has plenty of places for you to go as well. With over 165 parks and beaches covering 2,286 acres within its city limits itself, popular attractions include the Billsborough River State Park, the Busch Gardens Africa, the Lowry Park Zoo and the Florida Aquarium.
Club-hoppers too will not be disappointed, as the city features an avid nightlife, and entertainment junkies will not be left wanting by the city's wide variety of festivals and events, that include the yearly Gasparilla Pirate Festival, sometimes called the Mardi Gras of Tampa, the Outback Bowl, and the Florida State Fair. However, since most of these are annual events, and thus you may want to check in advance to make sure your stay coincides with them.
Popular in the 1990s for Jook music, a variety of Southern hip hop, several artists from Tampa such as Khia, Tampa Tony and Rated R have gained national recognition over the years. Tampa music, of course, is often accompanied by local dance varieties that include the K-Wang, Juke, the Jacksong Height, and the Dirty Sanchez.
Known for its shopping, Tampa also has several large scale malls, including the International Plaza and Bay Street, the WestShore Plaza, and University Mall.
A carefree city that moves to a lively tropical rhythm, Tampa is the ideal destination of or a relaxing holiday. With a lot to see, and miles of beautiful scenery to walk through, visitors to the city should be prepared to stay a while in order to truly experience the region for what it really is.
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Your 2 night stay in Tampa area, FL, US
Check-in: Saturday, February 11, 2012
Check-out: Monday, February 13, 2012
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Masters Inn - Tampa Fairgrounds
Located in Tampa, Masters Inn - Tampa Fairgrounds is in the business district and close to Bob Thomas Equestrian Center, Florida State Fairgrounds, and Ford Amphitheatre.
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Quality Inn & Suites Near Fairgrounds Ybor City
Quality Inn & Suites Near Fairgrounds Ybor City is located in Tampa, close to Ybor City State Museum, Florida State Fairgrounds, and Bob Thomas Equestrian Center. Nearby $6.92
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Red Roof Inn Tampa Fairgrounds
Red Roof Inn Tampa Fairgrounds is located in Tampa, close to Florida State Fairgrounds, Ford Amphitheatre, and Bob Thomas Equestrian Center. Additional area points of $6.00
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Clarion Hotel and Conference Center near Busch Gardens
Clarion Hotel and Conference Center near Busch Gardens is located in Tampa's Busch Gardens neighborhood, close to University Mall, Busch Gardens, and University of South $5.92
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Sailport Waterfront Suites
Located in Tampa, Sailport Waterfront Suites is near the airport and close to Westshore Plaza Mall and International Plaza and Bay Street. Other points of interest include $8.26 Stay 1 Nights and Save 20% on Your Stay!
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Red Roof Inn Tampa - Brandon
Red Roof Inn Tampa - Brandon is located in Tampa, close to Ice Sports Forum and Westfield Brandon. Additional area points of interest include Florida State Fairgrounds and $6.32
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Extended Stay Deluxe Tampa - Airport - N.West Shore Blvd
Located in Tampa, Extended Stay Deluxe Tampa - Airport - N.West Shore Blvd is near the airport and close to International Plaza and Bay Street, Raymond James Stadium, and $6.40
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Saddlebrook Resort and Spa
Located in Wesley Chapel, Saddlebrook Resort and Spa is a business-friendly resort in the suburbs and attractions in the region include Fort Foster. Resort $16.32 Save 20% on this stay!
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Best Western Bay Harbor Hotel
Located in Tampa, Best Western Bay Harbor Hotel is near the airport and close to Westshore Plaza Mall and International Plaza and Bay Street. Other points of interest are $8.57 Book now and save!
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Sleep Inn - Near Busch Gardens and USF
Sleep Inn - Near Busch Gardens and USF is a business-friendly hotel located in Temple Terrace's Busch Gardens neighborhood, close to Lettuce Lake Park. Other area points of $5.60
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Tampa Airport Stadium Inn
Tampa Airport Stadium Inn is located in Tampa, close to International Plaza and Bay Street, Raymond James Stadium, and Tampa Museum of Art. Nearby points of interest also $4.00 7-Day Advance Purchase Special
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Extended Stay America Tampa - Airport - West Shore
Located in Tampa, Extended Stay America Tampa - Airport - West Shore is near the airport and close to International Plaza and Bay Street, Raymond James Stadium, and $5.60
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InterContinental Tampa
Located in Tampa, InterContinental Tampa is near the airport and close to Westshore Plaza Mall, Raymond James Stadium, and International Plaza and Bay Street. Additional $10.30
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Best Western Tampa
Located in central Tampa, Best Western Tampa is near the airport and close to Westshore Plaza Mall, Tampa Convention Center, and Tampa Museum of Art. Additional points of $6.34 Save 20% on this stay!
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Mainsail Suites Hotel & Conference Center
Located in Tampa, Mainsail Suites Hotel & Conference Center is near the airport and close to International Plaza and Bay Street, Raymond James Stadium, and Steinbrenner $8.72 Only 4 rooms left!
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Rodeway Inn Tampa
Rodeway Inn Tampa is located in Tampa's Busch Gardens neighborhood, close to University Mall, Busch Gardens, and Adventure Island. Nearby points of interest also include $3.22
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Tahitian Inn & Spa
Located in Tampa, Tahitian Inn & Spa is near the airport and close to Westshore Plaza Mall, Tampa Convention Center, and Raymond James Stadium. Nearby points of interest $9.44
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Econo Lodge Conference Center
Econo Lodge Conference Center is located in Tampa's Busch Gardens neighborhood, close to Lowry Park Zoo, Busch Gardens, and Adventure Island. Nearby points of interest also $4.64
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Comfort Inn Raymond James
Comfort Inn Raymond James is located in central Tampa, close to Al Lopez Park, Raymond James Stadium, and Lowry Park Zoo. Nearby points of interest also include $7.12
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Extended Stay America Tampa - Temple Terrace
Extended Stay America Tampa - Temple Terrace is located in Temple Terrace's Busch Gardens neighborhood, close to Lettuce Lake Park. Additional area points of interest $5.76
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Key Attractions
- Adventure Island
Adventure Island is an American water park located northeast of Tampa, Florida across the street from Busch Gardens Africa. The park features 30 acres of water rides, dining, and other attractions. The park opened on June 7, 1980, and is part of Busch Entertainment Corporation, the family entertainment division of Anheuser-Busch.
- Adventure Island
Adventure Island is an American water park located northeast of Tampa, Florida across the street from Busch Gardens Africa. The park features 30 acres of water rides, dining, and other attractions. The park opened on June 7, 1980, and is part of Busch Entertainment Corporation, the family entertainment division of Anheuser-Busch.
- Big Cat Rescue
Big Cat Rescue (formerly Wildlife On Easy Street) in Tampa, Florida, United States, is a non-profit corporation that provides a permanent home to more than 100 big cats.
More Attractions from Tampa, FL
- Busch Gardens
- Busch Gardens
- Convention Center Convention Center
- D.G. Yuengling Brewery
- Downtown Tampa
- Florida Aquarium
- Gasparilla Pirate Festival & Parade
- Legends Field
- Lowry Park Zoo
- Lowry Park Zoo
- Mosi Science Museum
- Raymond James Stadium
- St. Petersburg Times Forum
- Tampa Amtrak Station
- Tampa International Airport
- University of South Florida
- University of Tampa
- Ybor City, Tampa's Latin Quarter
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