Downtown Tampa, FL

Tampa
Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park
Find much that’s new and exciting here, with investment and energy revitalizing the waterfront into somewhere to see, be seen and experience.

Downtown Tampa has not always been a tourist destination, with stunning nature and beaches such close alternatives, but revitalization in the last 10 years has changed the area. Spend a week shuffling between museums, theaters and outdoor spaces that have turned Downtown into an exciting place. Stroll along the Riverwalk to investigate Tampa’s Downtown attractions.

Appreciate culture and air conditioning in Tampa’s thriving museum scene. Explore historical and contemporary art at the Tampa Museum of Art or look at focused exhibits at the Florida Museum of the Photographic Arts. Learn about the history of the area, one of the oldest European-settled cities in North America, at the Tampa Bay History Center. See a real decommissioned Navy ship at the American Victory, which fought in World War II, Korea and Vietnam. Let the kids loose to have fun in the Glazer Children’s Museum.

Visit some of Florida’s underwater residents at the Florida Aquarium. See an opera or a Broadway show at the David A. Straz Jr. Center for the Performing Arts. End a weekend with a sports game or a huge rock show at the Amalie Arena.

Downtown Tampa is extremely accessible from the greater region and within Tampa itself. Drive to Downtown Tampa in 15 minutes from Tampa International Airport, with connections around the world. Tampa is also home to Tampa Union Station, a historic train station in the heart of Downtown Tampa, with regional connections to other Florida cities. A bus and streetcar system operates in the Downtown area, perfect for a hot day when walking seems too strenuous. Water taxis also provide connections on the waterfront and to other parts of the city.

Leaving the excitement on land may be difficult, but head to the Port of Tampa one evening, get on a boat and watch the sun set while Downtown Tampa’s skyline glitters in the dusk.


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Downtown Tampa Hotel Deals

Hotel Tampa Riverwalk
Hotel Tampa Riverwalk
3.5 out of 5
200 N Ashley Dr, Tampa, FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NT$5,727 per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
NT$5,727
per night
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tampa. Enjoy breakfast, WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in our reviews. Popular ...
6.8/10 (1,337 reviews)
"The location was perfect, but it was loud … I could hear every car driving by. There was no free parking … overnight parking at the hotel was an additional $43 …"

Reviewed on 2024/3/20

Hotel Tampa Riverwalk
Hilton Tampa Downtown
Hilton Tampa Downtown
3.5 out of 5
211 N Tampa Street, Tampa, FL
The price is NT$6,795 per night from Apr 21 to Apr 22
NT$6,795
per night
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tampa. Enjoy breakfast, WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,009 reviews)
"The rooms, staff, bathrooms and amenities were really lovely. Lone female travelled with a child and I felt very safe in and around the hotel. The room and bathroom were small but very clean and comfortable. Negative points were that the pool bar wasn’t open during the week and that wasn’t made very ..."

Reviewed on 2024/3/28

Hilton Tampa Downtown
Hyatt Place Tampa Downtown
Hyatt Place Tampa Downtown
3 out of 5
325 N FLORIDA AVENUE, Tampa, FL
The price is NT$6,367 per night from Mar 31 to Apr 1
NT$6,367
per night
Mar 31 - Apr 1
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Tampa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,706 reviews)
"Great hotel and perfect location to walk over to the UT campus for my daughter’s college tour. Martha at the front desk was very helpful in printing our Busch Gardens passes. Would definitely stay here again!"

Reviewed on 2024/3/28

Hyatt Place Tampa Downtown
Hampton Inn Tampa Downtown Channel District
Hampton Inn Tampa Downtown Channel District
3 out of 5
1155 East Kennedy Boulevard, Tampa, FL
The price is NT$6,232 per night from Apr 21 to Apr 22
NT$6,232
per night
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Tampa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,028 reviews)
"Great staff and service"

Reviewed on 2024/3/28

Hampton Inn Tampa Downtown Channel District
The Barrymore Hotel Tampa Riverwalk
The Barrymore Hotel Tampa Riverwalk
3 out of 5
111 W Fortune St, Tampa, FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NT$5,730 per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
NT$5,730
per night
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tampa. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a free area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,391 reviews)
"The front desk ladys were amazing the hotel is in perfect location for all kind of activities. will diff stay here again."

Reviewed on 2024/3/26

The Barrymore Hotel Tampa Riverwalk
Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa Downtown Convention Center
Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa Downtown Convention Center
3.5 out of 5
513 S Florida Ave, Tampa, FL
The price is NT$7,044 per night from Apr 21 to Apr 22
NT$7,044
per night
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Tampa. Enjoy free breakfast, WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (983 reviews)
"Convenient location and riverwalk access"

Reviewed on 2024/3/24

Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa Downtown Convention Center
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighborhoods around Downtown Tampa

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Harbour Island

4.5/5(50 area reviews)

While Harbour Island might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Tampa Riverwalk and Port of Tampa.

Harbour Island
Ybor City

Ybor City

4/5(150 area reviews)

Ybor City 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 Ritz Ybor or Orpheum Theater.

Ybor City
Super cool space for food, coffee, drinks, shopping and hanging out in downtown Tampa!

Tampa Heights

While Tampa Heights isn't home to many top sights, Port of Tampa and Tampa Riverwalk are some notable places to visit nearby.

Tampa Heights
Hyde Park

Hyde Park

5/5(1 area review)

You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Hyde Park. You might want to make time for a stop at Tampa Riverwalk or Hyde Park Village.

Hyde Park
This place is amazing.

North Hyde Park

1/5(1 area review)

Though North Hyde Park might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Tampa Riverwalk and Port of Tampa.

North Hyde Park
Tampa Riverwalk

Southeast Tampa

When in Southeast Tampa, you can plan a visit to Port of Tampa and Tampa Riverwalk, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Southeast Tampa

Downtown Tampa, FL