East Tampa Travel Guide
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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.
University of South Florida
Walk around the campus of University of South Florida, a top university in Tampa. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals.
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.
Tampa Riverwalk
Walk, bike or rollerblade along Tampa’s waterside neighborhood, with public art, museums, restaurants and more attractions right on the waterfront.
Things to do
ZooTampa at Lowry Park Admission Ticket
2 Person Mini Power Boat Rental at Tampa Riverwalk
Tampa Terrors Ghost Tour By US Ghost Adventures
Tampa Bar Crawl on a 2023 Street Legal Golf Cart
Top hotels in East Tampa
The Westshore Grand, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel, Tampa
Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025
Hotel Alba, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2025
Sailport Waterfront Suites
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025
The Westin Tampa Bay
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2025
Hilton Tampa Airport Westshore
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Tampa Airport Westshore
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025
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 The Orpheum while in the area.
Historic Ybor
If you're spending some time in Historic Ybor, Ritz Ybor and The Orpheum are top sights worth seeing.
Tampa Heights
While Tampa Heights 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 Tampa Riverwalk.
Channel District
While visiting Channel District, you might make a stop by sights like Port of Tampa and Tampa Riverwalk.
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.
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 Riverwalk while you're exploring the neighbourhood.