Ballast Point 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.
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.
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.
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
St. Petersburg, FL: 4-Hour Catamaran Cruise to Egmont Key
Pirate Adventure Cruise - John's Pass
StarLite Majesty Evening Yacht Cruise Clearwater
Tarpon Springs: Evening Dolphin Cruise
Mega Bite Dolphin Tour Boat in Clearwater Beach
Sunset Celebration Cruise on Tropics Boat Tours
Top hotels in Ballast Point
The Westin Tampa Bay
"I went there to enjoy a beautiful day at the pool, chill and relax. But the pool, although it looked fine, was closed. We had to lay out on the beach which had brown dirty water. We wanted to swim and chill in the pool! Also I thought that breakfast was to be included, that may have my misunderstanding. ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
RumFish Beach at TradeWinds
"could not pay cash at the bar. but it is fine"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Sirata Beach Resort St Pete Beach
"Beach view excellent"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Hilton Tampa Airport Westshore
"Beautiful room and hotel enjoyed my stay"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Bilmar Beach Resort
"Walk out to beach was lovely. There was a bunch of dead bugs in room upon checking in but I guess that’s to be expected with the beach right there and the sliding glass doors. Beach was awesome, spacious, nice firm sand. They give you chairs but not umbrellas, which would have been nice. Area was ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Island Grand at TradeWinds
"The only negative I have is that they are pet friendly, but they don’t really have any real activities or much of an area that pets are allowed. Considering the pet fee with taxes come to around 85 dollars a night, I would have expected a larger pet area and some pet friendly activities."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ballast Point
Sun Bay South
While Sun Bay South isn't home to many top sights, MacDill Air Force Base and Hyde Park Village are some notable places to visit nearby.
Davis Islands
While Davis Islands may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Port of Tampa and Benchmark International Arena.
Hyde Park
You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Hyde Park. You might want to make time for a stop at Hyde Park Village or David Falk Theater.
Harbour Island
When in Harbour Island, you can plan a visit to Benchmark International Arena and Port of Tampa, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Southeast Tampa
Though Southeast Tampa may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Port of Tampa and Benchmark International Arena.
Downtown Tampa
Downtown Tampa is a destination visitors seek out for its ample dining options, great live music and beautiful river views. You might also want to check out attractions like Benchmark International Arena or Tampa Theater while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
