Top Tampa Attractions & Museums

At Busch Gardens Tampa, a 335-acre African-themed animal park, enjoy the ultimate family adventure. The park has one of the largest zoos in North America, with more than 12,000 animals. There are also exciting rides, live shows, restaurants, shops, and games. Experience fun and adventure for the whole family. Upgrade to include admission to Adventure Island Tampa, SeaWorld Orlando, and Aquatica, SeaWorld’s waterpark.

Save money whilst enjoying access to Tampa's attractions with the Tampa Bay CityPASS. Ideal for travelers who want to see as much of the area as possible, choose from a selection of five attractions to visit. This includes Busch Gardens® Tampa Bay, The Florida Aquarium, ZooTampa at Lowry Park, The Tropics Boat Tours, Clearwater Marine Aquarium, Museum of Science & Innovation (MOSI), or Glazer Children's Museum.

Admire and learn more about the over 670 species of sea creatures at the Florida Aquarium in downtown Tampa. Spot a giant Pacific octopus, turtles, and other aquatic animals from Florida’s seas, as well as wetland wildlife including alligators and river otters. Explore three touch habitats to get closer than ever to moon jellies, stingrays, sea stars, and more, while learning about the aquarium's conservation efforts. Allow 2–3 hours for this fun, family-friendly attraction.

Visit Zoo Tampa at Lowry Park, an award-winning zoo and conservation organization recognized by USA Today's 10 Best Zoos and a 13-time Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice Award winner. Discover incredible wildlife, explore the immersive Florida Waters exhibit featuring manatees, jellyfish, and freshwater habitats, and experience one of Florida's leading conservation destinations.

Available every Friday, Saturday and Sunday in October, experience a Halloween like no other at ZooTampa's Creatures of the Night. As darkness falls, the zoo transforms into a thrilling realm of eerie outdoor adventures, spooky characters, and hauntingly good food. Gather your little goblins for a night of family fun where every shadow holds a new surprise. Don’t worry: there’s no over-the-top gore, just fun frights for all.

Guarantee peace of mind (and an easy family vacation) when you book tickets for your favorite Tampa and Orlando attractions in advance. Just book your ticket to Adventure Island in Tampa Bay, or choose to bundle it with admission to SeaWorld Orlando, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and Aquatica Orlando (choose options upon booking).