East Tampa Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Tampa Riverwalk
Walk, bike or rollerblade along Tampa’s waterside neighborhood, with public art, museums, restaurants and more attractions right on the waterfront.
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.
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.
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
StarLite Majesty Evening Yacht Cruise Clearwater
Pirate Adventure Cruise - John's Pass
ZooTampa at Lowry Park Admission Ticket
Mega Bite Dolphin Tour Boat in Clearwater Beach
Sunset Celebration Cruise on Tropics Boat Tours
Top hotels in East Tampa
Hotel Tampa Riverwalk
Great
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Tampa Westshore Airport South
Cockroach in room, outside corridor filthy, elevator walls peeled and cracked. Rooms smelled musty
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Sailport Waterfront Suites
Very nice and very attentive staff
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
The Westin Tampa Bay
La habitación muy buena pero no tienen piscina ni jacuzzi disponible.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
SureStay Hotel by Best Western St. Pete Clearwater Airport
Breakfast was fresh and delicious. Staff were very nice. Rooms were clean. Ahowears are wxceptionally hot. Poil area is nice and large
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay
The property is clean but not impressive for the rates they charge. We had to wait for 2 hours to check in, our room wasn't ready. This stay was disappointing overall.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Tampa
Ybor City
Ybor City is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Ritz Ybor and Orpheum Theater while in the area.
Historic Ybor
If you're spending some time in Historic Ybor, Ritz Ybor and Orpheum Theater are top sights worth seeing.
Tampa Heights
While visiting Tampa Heights, you might make a stop by sights like Armature Works and Tampa Waterworks Park.
Old Seminole Heights
Old Seminole Heights might not have many top sights, but ZooTampa at Lowry Park and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Channel District
While visiting Channel District, you might make a stop by sights like Port of Tampa and Florida Aquarium.
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 Port of Tampa or Tampa Theater while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
