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What to do in Tampa in Summer 2019

With hot temperatures that average in the 90s plus humidity, it is a good idea to have some air conditioned and water activities planned for your summer visit to Tampa. Luckily, the Tampa Bay is there to help you cool off and you can also go kayaking or see wildlife like manatees. There are several Fourth of July celebrations in the Tampa area including fireworks and a celebration at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, a Fireworks Cruise on the bay from the Florida Aquarium, and a fireworks show in downtown Tampa. 

Traffic Information

The city is served by five main highways that run from either north to south or east to west. Interstate 275 covers the Tampa Bay area and runs right through the city center. When wanting to reach some of the best beaches in the area you can take the I-275 to destinations like St. Petersburg and then drive over the Tampa Bay via the scenic Sunshine Skyway Bridge, the longest, cable-stayed concrete bridge in the world. The I-4 travels northeast out of Tampa bringing you to Orlando. Be aware many of the city's expressways are toll roads so it's well worth considering adding our Express Toll Service to your car rental in Tampa.

Sightseeing Destinations

Busch Gardens

Busch Gardens is one of Tampa's most popular attractions. Take a ride on the famous Montu roller coaster or see a wide variety of exotic birds and animals in the amazing garden setting. This 19th century, African themed park is within easy reach of downtown Tampa.

Clearwater Beach

Clearwater is just a short drive from Tampa on Route 60 over the scenic Memorial Causeway Bridge. Miles of white sand and the warm, clear waters of the Gulf of Mexico have earned Clearwater Beach its place at the top of the list of the state's best beaches. You'll also find water sports, fishing and sailing and a nightly gathering of musicians and entertainers at Pier 60, which makes sunset a spectacular event.

Ybor City

Tampa was once the cigar capital of Florida and its cultural and industrial past is celebrated in the Ybor City found north of Channelside and northeast of the Downtown District. Visit the Ybor City Cigar Museum or the Ybor City State Museum before exploring the restaurants and nightclubs that have made it one of the region's most popular entertainment hubs.

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