If you're coming from out of town for the Big Game in Tampa and don't know what to do, this guide has all the top things to do in Tampa that are perfect for travelers looking to make the most of their trip. Whether you are coming just for the weekend or making the game a vacation, there are plenty of things to do in Tampa that all out-of-towners must try or experience.

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From must-visit bars in Tampa to one of a kind activities, check out the top things to do in Tampa while you're here for the big game. For more Tampa events and places to see in Tampa, 813area is your go-to guide for all the most fun things to do in Tampa Bay.

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
4.6  5 Rating (14)
10165 McKinley Dr, Tampa, Tampa FL, 33674
It's the Official Busch Gardens Tampa Fan Page! From wildlife to wild rides, Busch Gardens is Tampa's ultimate family adventure destination. Busch Gardens®...
Armature Works
5.0  5 Rating (10)
1910 N Ola Avenue, Tampa FL, 33602
This 70,000 square foot barn was originally used to store and maintain the TECO street cars that would run to and around Tampa. Today the building is being...
Tampa Bay Lightning
4.4  5 Rating (22)
401 Channelside Drive, Tampa FL, 33602
Tampa's Pro NHL hockey team playing in Amalie Arena and are the 2004 and 2020 Stanley Cup Champions.
Tampa Museum of Art
4.9  5 Rating (6)
120 W Gasparilla Plaza, Tampa FL, 33602
The Tampa Museum of Art leads as a community institution dedicated to celebrating cultural diversity through ancient, modern & contemporary art.
Clearwater Beach Florida
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Clearwater FL, 33767
Clearwater Beach, Florida is a barrier Island located on the West coast of central Florida on the tranquil Gulf of Mexico. Clearwater Beach includes...
Tampa Bay Downs
5.0  5 Rating (4)
11225 Race Track Road, Tampa FL, 33626
"The friendliest little racetrack in North America." There is a little bit of something for everybody at Tampa Bay Downs. In addition to thoroughbred...
The Tampa Riverwalk
4.8  5 Rating (9)
600 N Ashley Dr, Tampa FL, 33602
This site is managed by Friends of the Riverwalk, a nonprofit organization working in tandem with the City of Tampa to transform downtown's waterfront.
5.0  5 Rating (1)
2003 N. 19th St., Tampa FL, 33605
Opening Spring 2014. 125 years of baseball history in the Tampa Bay area.
MOSI - Museum of Science & Industry
5.0  5 Rating (1)
4801 E. Fowler Ave., Tampa FL, 33617
Get hands-on in Tampa's iconic science center, where curious minds can explore space, weather, engineering, physics, the human body, robotics, dinosaurs,...
4.2  5 Rating (6)
1600 East 8th Avenue, Tampa FL, 33605
Centro Ybor offers a mix of retailers, restaurants, entertainment and nightlife all in the heart of Ybor City National and Local Historic District. Some...
Datz
4.6  5 Rating (15)
2616 S. MacDill Ave, Tampa FL, 33629
Datz makes food that is delicious, approachable, and fun. Our focus is always on quality and we make it a point to serve our guests something different....
Florida Aquarium
4.8  5 Rating (12)
701 Channelside Drive, Tampa FL, 33602
Located in Channelside next to the Tampa Port Authority, the Florida Aquarium is one of the world's top aquariums, featuring over 10,000 aquatic plants...
Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa
4.4  5 Rating (29)
5223 North Orient Road, Tampa FL, 33610
Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa is the premier entertainment destination of Central Florida. Owned and operated by the Seminole Tribe of Florida,...
Tampa Theatre
5.0  5 Rating (5)
711 N Franklin Street, Tampa FL, 33602
Historical and breathtaking theatre built in 1926 and saved by the City in 1973. Experience a new way to do theatre at this castle-like building in Downtown...
Hillsborough River State Park
4.8  5 Rating (5)
15402 U.S. 301 North, Thonotosassa FL, 33592
Hillsborough River State Park is filled with recreation including canoeing, camping, swimming, hiking & much more. The park's amenities available to visitors...
Oxford Exchange
4.8  5 Rating (6)
420 W. Kennedy Blvd., Tampa FL, 33602
Tampa's newest destination for fresh eats, tea, coffe, and more. Stop by for breakfast, lunch, or afternoon tea and enjoy everything from delicious omeletes...
St. Pete Pier
5.0  5 Rating (2)
600 2nd Ave. NE, St. Petersburg FL, 33701
It’s more than just a PIER. It’s an exPIERience. Welcome to the new St. Pete Pier! This gleaming new attraction on the city’s picturesque waterfront...