East Tampa Travel Guide
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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.
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 Riverwalk
Walk, bike or rollerblade along Tampa’s waterside neighborhood, with public art, museums, restaurants and more attractions right on the waterfront.
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
Busch Gardens Tampa or Adventure Island® Park Tickets
St. Petersburg, FL: 4-Hour Catamaran Cruise to Egmont Key
StarLite Majesty Evening Yacht Cruise Clearwater
Mega Bite Dolphin Tour Boat in Clearwater Beach
Pirate Adventure Cruise - John's Pass
Tampa Bay CityPASS®: Admission to 5 Top Attractions
Top hotels in East Tampa
The Westin Tampa Bay
Very clean, staff is very friendly. We traveled with a dog as well. Overall great experience.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
OASIS BAY SUITES, Tampa, Busch Gardens, USF
Guess pool bathroom not clean. No toilet paper.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Hotel South Tampa & Suites
Great place to stay
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
The Barrymore Hotel Tampa Riverwalk
Friendly staff, close to the convention center, great shuttle service that would pick you up as soon as you called.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Tampa Rocky Point Waterfront
Loved it
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay
Very friendly, helpful staff & beautiful grounds around the casitas!
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Tampa
Ybor City
Ybor City is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Ritz Ybor and The Orpheum while in the area.
Historic Ybor
If you're spending some time in Historic Ybor, Ritz Ybor and The Orpheum are top sights worth seeing.
Tampa Heights
While visiting Tampa Heights, you might make a stop by sights like Armature Works and Tampa Waterworks 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.
Channel District
While visiting Channel District, you might make a stop by sights like Port of Tampa and Florida Aquarium.
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.
