Visit Ballast Point
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.
Tampa Riverwalk
Walk, bike or rollerblade along Tampa’s waterside neighborhood, with public art, museums, restaurants and more attractions right on the waterfront.
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.
University of South Florida
Walk around the campus of University of South Florida, a top university in Tampa. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
Things to do
Sunset Celebration Cruise on Tropics Boat Tours
Sea Screamer Clearwater's Only Speed Boat Dolphin Watching
Tides of Tethered Terror: Tampa Ghost Tours
Tampa Scavenger Hunt: Blue Bay & Green Spaces
Imagine Museum of Contemporary Glass Art General Admission
Top hotels in Ballast Point
Ramada by Wyndham Tampa Westshore Airport South
Easy late night check in
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
RumFish Beach at TradeWinds
The hot tub on one side of the property was much warmer than the other side. The property as a whole was in a good location, easy access to the beach and restaurants.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Hotel South Tampa & Suites
The room was immaculately clean and spectacularly updated. The staff was the tremendous. Best of all, it was an astonishing value. We will be back.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Hotel Alba, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Amazing place to stay,I recommend this place 100%
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Island Grand at TradeWinds
The hotel was clean and has a lot of entertainment!! The staff was amazing! Cortez, Dylan, Rachel, Joshua and Patrick were attentive and fun!
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Tampa Rocky Point Waterfront
GREAT AND VERY APPRECIATIVE interaction with check in Staff members Debra and Roy. They created an environment that will encourage my decision on Future actions of Staying at this property again. Please recognize their great customer service and Professionalism. Thank You.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 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 Tampa Riverwalk.
Historic Hyde Park North
When in Historic Hyde Park North, you can plan a visit to Port of Tampa and Tampa Riverwalk, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Hyde Park
You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Hyde Park. You might want to make time for a stop at Tampa Riverwalk or Hyde Park Village.
Harbour Island
When in Harbour Island, you can plan a visit to Port of Tampa and Tampa Riverwalk, 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 Tampa Riverwalk.
