Tampa Things To Do

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Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
Disney has the brand recognition, but this African-style theme park delivers heart-pumping coaster thrills, family-friendly animal attractions, and beer tasting for those over 21.
North of downtown Tampa; Busch Blvd. at McKinley Dr.; Tampa, FL; 888-800-5447; www.buschgardens.com
Tags: family | theme park | editor pick
Fort DeSoto Park
Spanning five islands, this historic 1,136-acre park contains remnants of its namesake fort, jaw-dropping views of the Gulf, and one of the best white-sand beaches in the U.S.
3500 Pinellas Bayway S.FL; 727-582-2267; www.pinellascounty.org/park
Tags: beach | family | outdoors | views | history
Dali Museum great value
Touted as the world's most comprehensive collection of art from the late Spanish surrealist, the Dali Museum offers free docent-led tours that offer fascinating insights into Dali's multilayered works.
1000 Third St. S.; St. Petersburg, FL; 800-442-3254; www.salvadordalimuseum.org
Tags: culture | art | great value | editor pick
Florida Aquarium
Creatures from the state's inlets, sawgrass marshes, and coral reefs reside in the 200,000-square-foot space; hands-on tanks and an outdoor playground ratchet up the kid appeal.
701 Channelside Dr.; Tampa, FL; 813-273-4000; www.flaquarium.org
Tags: family | wildlife
Kayoga with Sculptured Bodies Fitness Studio smart splurge
Combine a private three-hour kayak trip around the local barrier islands with yoga on a secluded beach for the ultimate in chill-out eco-touring.
664 Central Ave.; St. Petersburg, FL; 727-895-9593; www.centralavefitness.com
Tags: smart splurge | outdoors | sports
Sunken Gardens
This tranquil, 100-year-old botanical hideaway, an explosion of tropical plants tucked into four downtown acres, houses a butterfly garden and exotic birds.
1825 Fourth St. N; St. Petersburg, FL; 727-551-3100; www.stpete.org/sunken
Tags: family | wildlife | editor pick
Henry B. Plant Museum
The railroad resort (now museum) that Henry Bradley Plant established in 1891 has been restored to its original Moorish revival splendor, complete with antique European furniture and botanical gardens.
401 W. Kennedy Blvd.; Tampa, FL; 813-254-1891; www.plantmuseum.com
Tags: family | architecture | culture | history | art | editor pick
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