University Travel Guide
Tampa
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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.
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.
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
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
St. Petersburg, FL: Imagine Museum Admission Ticket
Top hotels in University
Ramada by Wyndham Tampa Westshore Airport South
Nasty/dirty room, run down / old room and property in bad need of renovation, not kept up well. Area and clientele sketchy. Right next to a strip club. Breakfast super basic (microwaved jimmy dean sandwiches only hot food). Not worth the price at all.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Quality Inn Airport - Cruise Port
Staff was rude, facilities just ok. Good for overnight stay for a cruise that is reasonably priced.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
OASIS BAY SUITES, Tampa, Busch Gardens, USF
Great stay, quiet, clean rooms. I booked on Expedia so didn't know there was a $30 resort fee (per person)...and while we were in a freeze and couldn't use anything...I will be back during warmer weather for some fun in the pool and game area! Breakfast was a huge variety! Better than any other place ...
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay
Greatest
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Tampa Rocky Point Waterfront
Scenery was beautiful, excellent staff
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa
I loved it there . I would definitely go back so awesome
Reviewed on 9 Feb 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.
