Downtown Tampa Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Tampa Riverwalk
After visiting Tampa Riverwalk, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Tampa. Experience the great live music or attend a hockey game in this walkable 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.
Florida Aquarium
Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea creatures at Florida Aquarium during your visit to Tampa. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Benchmark International Arena
Catch an event at Benchmark International Arena during your trip to Tampa. Attend a hockey game or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
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.
Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park
Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park is just one of the places to see in Tampa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Top hotels in Downtown Tampa
The Barrymore Hotel Tampa Riverwalk
"Great"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Hotel Tampa Riverwalk
"A lot of renovation. No amenities. The rooms and halls smelled of urine. I was supposed to have balcony. Did not. Toilet didn’t work. Stayed 1 night."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
JW Marriott Tampa Water Street
"Room was very clean and comfortable. Gym was one of the best I’ve seen in a hotel, super well equipped"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Hilton Tampa Downtown
"There was mold and water dripping from the ceiling of the shoer. Additionally, the bathroom door doesn’t close at all because of rusty paint and the room of the room as well doesn’t close and need 2 people to open because it was blocked or miss fit. I would not recommend this hotel."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Hyatt Place Tampa Downtown
"We find the bathroom amenities & shelving a bit lacking. I am a frequent traveller, I often feel much relieved from journey stress when the hotel has a clean, good lighting & well design bathroom. It does not have to be fancy with expensive material. A good shower stall with clean tiles & good hot ..."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa Downtown Convention Center
"Great check in."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Downtown Tampa
Ybor City
Ybor City is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Ritz Ybor and Ybor City Museum State Park while in the area.
Town 'n' Country
If you're spending some time in Town 'n' Country, Tampa Bay and Rocky Point Golf Course are top sights worth seeing.
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 Oxford Exchange.
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.
Rocky Point
You'll love the stunning beaches in Rocky Point, and you might want to stick around to check out Tampa Bay, a top place to visit.
