Channel District Travel Guide
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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.
Florida Aquarium
Embark on a colorful exploration of Florida’s ecosystems and aquatic habitats at this popular aquarium.
Channelside Bay Plaza
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Channelside Bay Plaza during your stay in Tampa. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
American Victory Ship Mariners Memorial Museum
After service in World War II, Korea and Vietnam, this fully restored ship now welcomes visitors to Downtown Tampa to learn about naval history.
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.
Tampa Riverwalk
Walk, bike or rollerblade along Tampa’s waterside neighborhood, with public art, museums, restaurants and more attractions right on the waterfront.
Things to do
Awesome Scavenger Hunt: Blue Bay & Green Spaces
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
Discover Tampa with Local Stories from a Virtual Tour
StarLite Majesty Evening Yacht Cruise Clearwater
Top hotels in Channel District
Hampton Inn Tampa Downtown Channel District
Room was very nice, breakfast was good and the pool area was great (They have grills, so bring your burgers!) Only issue was traffic noise
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Home2 Suites by Hilton Tampa Downtown Channel District
Night time front desk was very rude about the door being locked.
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Tampa Westshore Airport South
Furniture all needed repairs. Dress had 3 drawers non worked properly. Only 1 desk chair. Light not sufficient to read by. only plus was the pool
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Quality Inn Tampa Airport - Cruise Port
The room had a musty smell and moldy smell had to get a Lysol for the smell. The room was clean
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof Tampa - Airport
They don’t have free breakfast as advertised (at least not when I stayed), and My room had a slight urine smell to it which was kind of icky. Otherwise, everything was clean and the girls at the front desk were really polite and efficient.
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Sailport Waterfront Suites
It was dirty. There was no housekeeping to speak of. You had to sign up for housekeeping when you got there. I signed up for it and it never came. It was dirty when we got there. Looks like it hasn't been deep cleaned maybe ever! Other than it being dirty I thought it was a great spot. That kind ...
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Channel District
Downtown Tampa
Downtown Tampa is a destination visitors seek out for its ample dining options, great live music and beautiful river views. You might also want to check out attractions like Port of Tampa or Tampa Theater while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Historic Ybor
If you're spending some time in Historic Ybor, Ritz Ybor and Orpheum Theater are top sights worth seeing.
Ybor City
Ybor City is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Ritz Ybor and Orpheum Theater while in the area.
Harbour Island
When in Harbour Island, you can plan a visit to Port of Tampa and Tampa Bay History Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Tampa Heights
While visiting Tampa Heights, you might make a stop by sights like Armature Works and Tampa Waterworks Park.
Southeast Tampa
Though Southeast Tampa may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Port of Tampa and Sparkman Wharf.
