Enjoy 48 hours in Tampa Bay
In recent years, Tampa Bay has experienced an incredible boom and with this growth, an immense variety of things to do during a 3-day visit to this beautiful bay
Do you want extreme adventures? Enjoy the 2 new attractions at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. A massive 32-meter swing, the new Serengety Flyer, the tallest and fastest ride of its kind in addition to Iron Gwazi, the tallest, steepest and fastest roller coaster in North America.
Interact with jellyfish at Florida Aquarium's new Moon Bay exhibit and hear how Atlantic coral reproduced for the first time in captivity. Plus, hang out with Florida manatees at the Tampa Zoo at Lowry Park, where a new multimillion-dollar expansion will bring new realms and expanded habitats.
Cocktail culture is as much a part of Tampa Bay as sunshine, craft beers, and hand-rolled cigars. Enjoy your favorite drink while appreciating the views of downtown at Azure, a high-rise experience, on the rooftop located at the five-star Tampa EDITION hotel or at SIX, a restaurant/bistro bar located on the sixth floor of the JW Marriott Tampa Water Street. Without a doubt, Tampa's culinary scene is evolving and as an example, in 2023, three restaurants in the destination received a MICHELIN star – Koya, Lila and Rocca – bringing the total number of Tampa Bay restaurants included in the oldest global rating of recognitions. , to a total of 25.
Other new restaurant options added during 2023 include Psomi, a Greek restaurant and bakery, and Rooster & The Till, with a changing menu located on-site for Seminole Heights food lovers. Other favorites also include: M. Bird, Armor Works and Casa Santo Stefano in addition to the Bay Crafted Pass, a virtual passport that allows users to try a wide variety of local beers in addition to winning prizes.
It is part of the history of Tampa Bay in Ybor City, a place where experienced cigar makers still make cigars by hand. Listen to live music while drinking a café con leche or enjoy the district's emblematic restaurants and bars where you can try the famous Cuban sandwich. Visit Cuba without a passport by entering José Marti Park, where the land has been owned by Cuba since 1950 in honor of the famed Cuban revolutionary and activist. Participate in Official Ybor City Walking Tours that keep the neighborhood's history and influence alive, as well as Official Ybor City Ghost Tours that take visitors inside 4 of the most haunted buildings in America. Be sure to keep your eyes and ears open for the residents of this district and don't miss the chickens and roosters that walk the streets.