Avila Travel Guide
Tampa
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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 Riverwalk
Walk, bike or rollerblade along Tampa’s waterside neighborhood, with public art, museums, restaurants and more attractions right on the waterfront.
University of South Florida
Walk around the campus of University of South Florida, a top university in Tampa. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed theatre scene.
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
The Florida Aquarium in Tampa General Admission
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
StarLite Majesty Evening Yacht Cruise Clearwater
Little Toot Dolphin Adventure at Clearwater Beach
Sea Screamer Clearwater's Only Speed Boat Dolphin Watching
Historic Ybor City Food Walking Tour
Top hotels in Avila
Hilton Tampa Airport Westshore
Nice, comfortable and clean room
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Hotel Alba, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Excellent customer service. Great shuttle bus service.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Tampa Rocky Point Waterfront
Staff was fantastic. Won’t stay again due to the high parking fees . Hotel was in great location and great views.
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Hotel Tampa Riverwalk
The room was clean, staff is helpful and nice. The hotel is conveniently located to everything in the area.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Hotel South Tampa & Suites
Easy check in. Musty smell in room, but it was a fine one night stay.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
OASIS BAY SUITES, Tampa, Busch Gardens, USF
The room was clean and tidy. Friendly and supportive front desk personal
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Avila
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.
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.
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.
Temple Terrace
Temple Terrace is known for its beautiful gardens, and you can see some sights area like Temple Terrace Tennis Center and Bowlero Tampa Bay.
Town 'n' Country
If you're spending some time in Town 'n' Country, Tampa Bay and Rocky Point Golf Course are top sights worth seeing.
Westchase
Travellers like the golf courses in Westchase, and Tampa Bay Downs is a top attraction you might want to visit.
