8 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.

Bring the kids along to Treasure Island Beach and Caspersen Beach. Step out of the city life by going to Scuba & Snorkeling and Myakka River State Park. Venture out of the city with trips to Seaside Seabird Sanctuary (in Indian Shores), St. Pete Beach (Two Friend's Closet & Saint Pete Beach) and Alpaca Magic USA (in Homosassa). And it doesn't end there: find your balance on the water with some of the best stand-up paddleboarding in the area, walk around Stump Pass Beach State Park, admire the majestic nature at Honeymoon Island State Park, and look for all kinds of wild species at Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park.

To find where to stay, more things to do, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read our Tampa trip planner .

In May in Tampa, expect temperatures between 89°F during the day and 71°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Wed) to allow time to travel back home.