Channel District 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.

Florida Aquarium
Embark on a colorful exploration of Florida’s ecosystems and aquatic habitats at this popular aquarium.

Channelside Bay Plaza
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Channelside Bay Plaza during your stay in Tampa. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

American Victory Ship Mariners Memorial Museum
After service in World War II, Korea and Vietnam, this fully restored ship now welcomes visitors to Downtown Tampa to learn about naval history.

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.
Things to do

Tides of Tethered Terror: Tampa Ghost Tours

Awesome Scavenger Hunt: Blue Bay & Green Spaces

Downtown Tampa Historic Walking Tour

Ybor City Immigrant influence Smart Phone guided App (GPS) walking tour

Escape Game at Midtown Tampa

Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
Top hotels in Channel District

Hampton Inn Tampa Downtown Channel District
The staff was super accommodating, as we were stuck due to a snowstorm in the northeast. Very clean property, great views from the pool, great gym facility and much more!
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Home2 Suites by Hilton Tampa Downtown Channel District
Beautiful room.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Tampa Westshore Airport South
Pictures of the lobby are accurate, but the rest of the place is a dump. Nobody could check in until 3 pm. The lobby was filled with folks waiting to check in. Breakfast was bareback minimum and closed promptly at 9:00 am . Coffee was puled also .Our room was dated beds were old and creaky, bathroom ...
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

The Westin Tampa Bay
Staff were very nice and cordial. The rooms were clean
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof Tampa - Airport
Very attentive, helpful staff. Room esthetic is minimalistic, but easier to keep clean (tile-like floors). Has a kitchenette that was a nice surprise for me. Only downside was loud music late at night from my next door neighbor. I didn’t complain about it to staff. Karen didn’t ask for the ...
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

Quality Inn Airport - Cruise Port
Absolutely awful! Way over priced for the quality of the facility! Dirt in the sheets and stains on the pillow cases. Huge gape under door could watch people pass by throw the gap under door. Mold in room. Was just awful! Lady at check in was already rude so didn’t want to complain to her. Breakfast ...
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Channel District

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.

Historic Ybor
If you're spending some time in Historic Ybor, Ritz Ybor and Orpheum Theater are top sights worth seeing.

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.

Harbour Island
When in Harbour Island, you can plan a visit to Port of Tampa and Benchmark International Arena, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Tampa Heights
While visiting Tampa Heights, you might make a stop by sights like Armature Works and Tampa Waterworks Park.

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 Sparkman Wharf.
