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3-day itinerary · Tampa

3 Days in Tampa: First-Time Highlights

This plan suits first-time visitors looking for a mix of sightseeing, culture and outdoor experiences. Start with a city overview and aquatic discoveries, explore local history and food, then finish with wildlife and waterfront outings.

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Day 1: City sights and aquatic discoveries

Get acquainted with Tampa through guided sightseeing, aquarium habitats and an evening paddle.

  1. Guided Tampa Sightseeing Tour in a Deluxe Street Legal Golf Cart

    Morning

    Guided Tampa Sightseeing Tour in a Deluxe Street Legal Golf Cart

    Explore the streets with a guide by golf cart for an introductory look at Tampa.

  2. The Florida Aquarium in Tampa General Admission

    Afternoon

    The Florida Aquarium in Tampa General Admission

    Explore aquatic habitats for a wildlife-focused contrast to the morning's city sightseeing.

  3. Clear Kayaking Glow Tour in Tampa Riverwalk

    Evening

    Clear Kayaking Glow Tour in Tampa Riverwalk

    Paddle a clear kayak on a glow tour to experience illuminated city sights from the water.

Day 2: History, flavors and local legends

Explore Ybor City through historic storytelling, food culture and a ghost-themed evening walk.

  1. Shared Ybor City Historic Walking Tour

    Morning

    Shared Ybor City Historic Walking Tour

    Walk with a guide to discover local history and add cultural context to your first visit.

  2. Historic Ybor City Food and Culture Walking Tour

    Afternoon

    Historic Ybor City Food and Culture Walking Tour

    Explore neighborhood food and culture on foot, adding a culinary perspective to the morning's historical introduction.

  3. The Official Ybor City Ghost Tour

    Evening

    The Official Ybor City Ghost Tour

    Join a ghost tour for a folklore-focused look at the neighborhood and a different style of local storytelling.

Day 3: Wildlife and waterfront perspectives

Combine zoo exploration with dolphin spotting and a floating tiki-bar outing.

  1. ZooTampa at Lowry Park Admission Ticket

    Morning

    ZooTampa at Lowry Park Admission Ticket

    Explore wildlife exhibits at a conservation-focused zoo, rounding out your introduction to Tampa's animal attractions.

  2. 1.5-hour Dolphin Sightseeing Cruise from Tampa

    Afternoon

    1.5-hour Dolphin Sightseeing Cruise from Tampa

    Head onto the water to look for dolphins, bringing an outdoor wildlife experience into your highlights itinerary.

  3. Tiki Boat - Downtown Tampa - The Only Authentic Floating Tiki Bar

    Evening

    Tiki Boat - Downtown Tampa - The Only Authentic Floating Tiki Bar

    Cruise on a floating tiki bar and take in downtown views for a waterfront-focused finale.

Experiences are supplied by our partner Viator and booked on their site. Check times, prices and availability before you go.