East Tampa Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit East Tampa
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
Exotic animals and thrill rides all on the one site at this theme park and zoo designed for the whole family.
Tampa Riverwalk
Walk, bike or rollerblade along Tampa’s waterside neighborhood, with public art, museums, restaurants and more attractions right on the waterfront.
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.
Activities
Pirate Adventure Cruise - John's Pass
StarLite Majesty Evening Yacht Cruise Clearwater
Sunset Celebration Cruise on Tropics Boat Tours
Little Toot Dolphin Adventure at Clearwater Beach
Sea Screamer Clearwater's Only Speed Boat Dolphin Watching
Tropical Party Cruise with Buffet & Drinks
Our pick of the best East Tampa Hotel Deals
Ramada by Wyndham Tampa Westshore Airport South
Checked into the hotel and the staff did not tell us anything. We went to the room and thought about using the fitness room. Went downstairs and could not locate it. Went to staff and was told it’s by the pool. We never did find it even after walking around the pool area that we could get to. Breakfast ...
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Quality Inn Tampa Airport - Cruise Port
Wasn’t too impressed with facilities; breakfast utensils, not impressed. Great location. Need some upgrades
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Sailport Waterfront Suites
Condo was not very clean. Asked for room clean from office. Cleaner came did spot clean etc. View was decent
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof Tampa - Airport
Super clean rooms and facility in general the whole property… parking lot and surrounding soace clean and very well lighted.staffing very polite… honest and always willing to help. Highly recommended … very well located… 5 star place.
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
SureStay Hotel by Best Western St. Pete Clearwater Airport
Comfortable
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Hotel Tampa Riverwalk
Thoroughly enjoyed my time at Hotel Tampa Riverwalk. The staff were first class thank you for making my time with you memorable.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Tampa
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.
Tampa Heights
While visiting Tampa Heights, you might make a stop by sights like Armature Works and Tampa Waterworks 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.
Channel District
While visiting Channel District, you might make a stop by sights like Port of Tampa and Florida Aquarium.
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.
