7 days in Tampa Itinerary

Tampa ranks among the country's most livable cities, attracting newcomers with its growing economy and status as a major port on the Gulf of Mexico.

Take a break from the city and head to Treasure Island Beach and Saint Pete Beach. Let the collections at Chihuly Collection and Imagine Museum capture your imagination. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Tampa: Sarasota (The Artful Giraffe & Marie Selby Botanical Gardens), St. Petersburg (Museum of Fine Arts & Jon Hair Monumental Sculpture) and Floral City (Florida Artists Gallery & Floral City Heritage Museum and Country Store). The adventure continues: glide peacefully along the water with some of the best stand-up paddleboarding in the area, take a stroll through Pass-a-Grille, get up close to creatures of the deep with a dolphin and whale watching tour, and take an in-depth tour of Henry B. Plant Museum.

For ratings, where to stay, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read our Tampa trip planner .

In May, plan for daily highs up to 89°F, and evening lows to 71°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Sat) early enough to travel back home.