University Travel Guide
Tampa
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Popular places to visit
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
Exotic animals and thrill rides all on the one site at this theme park and zoo designed for the whole family.
Port of Tampa
Explore the waterfront in Tampa with a trip to Port of Tampa. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Tampa Riverwalk
Walk, bike or rollerblade along Tampa’s waterside neighborhood, with public art, museums, restaurants and more attractions right on the waterfront.
Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa
Why not try your luck with a visit to Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa where you can enjoy the entertainment at this popular casino in Orient Park? Amble around this family-friendly area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Raymond James Stadium
Catch an event at Raymond James Stadium during your trip to Tampa. Attend a football match or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Tampa Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Tampa Convention Center, a top convention centre in Tampa. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Things to do
StarLite Majesty Evening Yacht Cruise Clearwater
Sea Screamer Clearwater's Only Speed Boat Dolphin Watching
Little Toot Dolphin Adventure at Clearwater Beach
Sunset Celebration Cruise on Tropics Boat Tours
Clearwater Beach: Sunset and Harbor Lights Cruise
Top hotels in University
Hotel Tampa Riverwalk
We chose this expecting a Hilton and was gravely disappointed. My list... there was mold in our shower and shower curtain, the rugs were torn throughout the room, our tub didn't drain, the bathroom door was swollen and handle broken so we got trapped in the bathroom every time we used it, the main ...
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Tampa Westshore Airport South
Okay for overnight stays. Breakfast buffet was good. It’s an older property that has a musty scent with lots of imperfections. Public areas, especially the elevator needs to be deep cleaned.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Sailport Waterfront Suites
We were there two hours before check in. The first room they gave us on the second floor was uninhabitable. The rug had holes, the shower was stained, there was still food left out. I went to the desk and they gave us a new room on the top floor, it was okay. Still extremely run down.. will include ...
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
The Westin Tampa Bay
Upon arrival I waited at the front check-in desk for about 15 minutes as two staff members talked to each other while another guest checked in with the other receptionist who was struggling to do their job. The two staff members who were at the other check-in desk chatting did not greet me, did not ...
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
SureStay Hotel by Best Western St. Pete Clearwater Airport
I’m not impressed with the room it was not clean and toilet was broken.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay
Nice, clean, spacious room. Had a unobstructed view of water and Highway.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around University
Temple Terrace
Temple Terrace is known for its beautiful gardens, and you can see some sights area like Temple Terrace Golf and Country Club and Temple Terrace Tennis Center.
Carrollwood
While there might not be top attractions in Carrollwood, you can explore the larger area and discover places like ZooTampa at Lowry Park and Westfield Citrus Park.
Old Seminole Heights
Old Seminole Heights might not have many top sights, but ZooTampa at Lowry Park and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
New Tampa
New Tampa is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Lettuce Lake Park or Cypress Creek Trailhead.
Tampa Heights
While visiting Tampa Heights, you might make a stop by sights like Armature Works and Tampa Waterworks Park.
Historic Ybor
If you're spending some time in Historic Ybor, Ritz Ybor and Orpheum Theater are top sights worth seeing.
