University Square Travel Guide
Tampa
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
Top hotels in University Square
Hyatt Place Busch Gardens
The hotel was very clean staff was exceptionally friendly only about 4 minutes from Busch gardens Highly recommend
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Hotel Tampa Riverwalk
The rooms smelled moldy and the bathrooms were dirty.
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Tampa Westshore Airport South
Staff was very nice. Rooms were nice just property could use an update. Location was great in the middle of Clearwater and St Petersburg so we got to enjoy both places. Would definitely stay at this location again.
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Sailport Waterfront Suites
This is not a resort! It has a pool, but there is no coffee shop or decent place to eat on the premises. The bathroom is really small. There’s a window in the bedroom that faces out into the hall where light leaks in at night. There are no safes! There is no placard to say “do not disturb” but Cleaning ...
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof Tampa - Airport
Very nice room
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
SureStay Hotel by Best Western St. Pete Clearwater Airport
Clean room, staff was nice. No hot tub. Breakfast was okay. My worst experience was the loss of my backpack they stored my luggage (thank you) someone took my bag thankfully they knew it was called them and they Ubered it back to me. I had important medication in there. There needs to be a system ...
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around University Square
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.
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.
Tampa Heights
While visiting Tampa Heights, you might make a stop by sights like Armature Works and Tampa Waterworks Park.
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.
Historic Ybor
If you're spending some time in Historic Ybor, Ritz Ybor and Orpheum Theater are top sights worth seeing.
