The Grasslands Travel Guide
Tampa
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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
Enjoy the rides and games at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and find out why this is a popular theme park in Tampa. Amble around this family-friendly area's picturesque gardens or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.

Tampa Riverwalk
After visiting Tampa Riverwalk, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Tampa. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a hockey game in this walkable 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.

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.
Top hotels in The Grasslands

HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof Tampa - Airport
It was perfect for our overnight stay !! Great location, easy access. Friendly staff .
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

The Barrymore Hotel Tampa Riverwalk
Wi-Fi excellent but takes awhile to get hot water.
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa
Clean
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

OASIS BAY SUITES, Tampa, Busch Gardens, USF
The room Smelled like mold. They tried to upgrade it with paint only. Everything about the room was SO Uncomfortable that I cancelled my stay and moved to another hotel. The Front desk person was very helpful and accommodating. The pool area's were very nice looking. But the Room was Horrible.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Hampton Inn Tampa Downtown Channel District
Nice room, liked the location, staff was excellent.
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Tampa Near Busch Gardens
Room and property were adequate. Room was fairly clean though the bathroom was small. Breakfast was included and hot and cold options were available. Okay place to stay for a night, right across the street from Busch Gardens
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Grasslands

New Tampa
New Tampa is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Lettuce Lake Park or Cypress Creek Trailhead.

Temple Terrace
Temple Terrace is known for its beautiful gardens, and you can see some sights area like Temple Terrace Golf and Country Club and Temple Terrace Tennis Center.

Carrollwood
While there might not be top attractions in Carrollwood, you can explore the larger area and discover places like ZooTampa at Lowry Park and Westfield Citrus Park.

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.

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.

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