Ballast Point 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.

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
"Very clean updated and modern room and decor. Staff was exceptionally friendly and helpful"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026

RumFish Beach at TradeWinds
"Great stay overall....any glitches we experienced were quickly remedied. Friendly staff and amazing beach amenities. We will be back 100%"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026

Sirata Beach Resort St Pete Beach
"Room was clean and staff was very helpful. We stayed 3 nights and the cleaning staff did not come by once to restock towels. We had to request more towels one two occasions but staff brought them to us promptly. The bartenders at the pool bar weren’t very friendly but every other staff member was ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026

Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay
"Everything was good especially a old guy was taking us for a ride to Bayside dont remember his name but he was great!"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026

Island Grand at TradeWinds
"The room was clean, the staff was helpful and friendly, and the food service was excellent."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026

The Don CeSar
"Underwhelmed by quality of stay and service when compared to the price. Beach access was nice."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 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.
