Jennifer’s guidebook
Entertainment
It's always a great time at the Hard Rock! From shows, to great food, plus of course the Casino, you'll be sure to have a good time.
376 locals recommend
Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa
5223 Orient RdIt's always a great time at the Hard Rock! From shows, to great food, plus of course the Casino, you'll be sure to have a good time.
Who doesn't love roller coasters, turkey legs and amazing performances? You are only 15min away and will not regret spending a day here!
2168 locals recommend
Busch Gardens
10165 McKinley DrWho doesn't love roller coasters, turkey legs and amazing performances? You are only 15min away and will not regret spending a day here!
Hockey Fan? What about Beyonce? Or maybe you love a good conference? The Amalie Arena is where it's at. If you don't like being cold, bring a sweater to whatever you'll be indulging in that night!
442 locals recommend
Amalie Arena
401 Channelside DrHockey Fan? What about Beyonce? Or maybe you love a good conference? The Amalie Arena is where it's at. If you don't like being cold, bring a sweater to whatever you'll be indulging in that night!
Who doesn't love to shop? The Outlets are surrounded by yummy food places just across the street as well.
245 locals recommend
Tampa Premium Outlets
2300 Grand Cypress DrWho doesn't love to shop? The Outlets are surrounded by yummy food places just across the street as well.
Looking for a great show? Check out the MidFlorida Credit Union that offers a variety of concerts and is only a 5 min drive away!
61 locals recommend
The MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre
4802 US-301Looking for a great show? Check out the MidFlorida Credit Union that offers a variety of concerts and is only a 5 min drive away!
You do know that the Tampa Bay Bucs are Super Bowl Champs right? The stadium is just a 15min drive away. Not only does this stadium host sporting events, but also concerts and a variety of other family friendly events.
555 locals recommend
Raymond James Stadium
4201 N Dale Mabry HwyYou do know that the Tampa Bay Bucs are Super Bowl Champs right? The stadium is just a 15min drive away. Not only does this stadium host sporting events, but also concerts and a variety of other family friendly events.
Neighborhoods
Hyde Park
Want to shop and dine in a chic area? Hyde Park is your place!
Known for its newly renovated food scene, Seminole Heights will never leave you disappointed.
72 locals recommend
Seminole Heights
Known for its newly renovated food scene, Seminole Heights will never leave you disappointed.
You can't come to Tampa without visiting Ybor. Colorful streets filled with historic Tampa bricks, rich cultural history, and of course bars, restaurants, and incredible coffee shops.
854 locals recommend
Ybor City
You can't come to Tampa without visiting Ybor. Colorful streets filled with historic Tampa bricks, rich cultural history, and of course bars, restaurants, and incredible coffee shops.
Food scene
It's our favorite place to grab brunch! Fresh food near the University of Tampa and Downtown Tampa.
199 locals recommend
Oxford Exchange
420 W Kennedy BlvdIt's our favorite place to grab brunch! Fresh food near the University of Tampa and Downtown Tampa.
Hands down our favorite place to spend an evening. This hidden speakeasy near Bayshore has the best craft cocktails you will find in the area.
87 locals recommend
Ciro's Tampa
2109 Bayshore BlvdHands down our favorite place to spend an evening. This hidden speakeasy near Bayshore has the best craft cocktails you will find in the area.
Located in the heart of Ybor, the Blind Tiger has exceptional coffee and yummy treats to go along with it.
26 locals recommend
The Blind Tiger Cafe - Ybor City - Coffee Shop
1823 E 7th AveLocated in the heart of Ybor, the Blind Tiger has exceptional coffee and yummy treats to go along with it.
Love sweets and a good cup of coffee? This little cafe won't disappoint you. We HIGHLY recommend the cinnamon rolls and scones.
Just Love Coffee Cafe - Brandon FL
2020 W Brandon BlvdLove sweets and a good cup of coffee? This little cafe won't disappoint you. We HIGHLY recommend the cinnamon rolls and scones.
Looking for coffee in Saint Pete? Look no more.. the blended espresso is to die for.
7 locals recommend
The Blend (Old NE) Coffee and Wine
1211 4th St NLooking for coffee in Saint Pete? Look no more.. the blended espresso is to die for.
Can you tell we love coffee? We do.. The Lab is a down to earth place in the middle of No(rth)Ho(ward). Just a few minutes from Downtown Tampa and is well worth your stop!
8 locals recommend
The Lab Coffee
1703 W State StCan you tell we love coffee? We do.. The Lab is a down to earth place in the middle of No(rth)Ho(ward). Just a few minutes from Downtown Tampa and is well worth your stop!
Armature has so much to offer! If you're hungry and want something delicious, it's the perfect place to visit. If you just want to visit a local happy hour, also perfect. Or, if you just want to take in the Bay while working on the lawn, this is your place.
845 locals recommend
Armature Works
1910 N Ola AveArmature has so much to offer! If you're hungry and want something delicious, it's the perfect place to visit. If you just want to visit a local happy hour, also perfect. Or, if you just want to take in the Bay while working on the lawn, this is your place.
The best cookies you will eat in Tampa. Hands down. The flavors change weekly and they're ALWAYS fresh.
Crumbl Cookies - Lutz
25922 Sierra Center BlvdThe best cookies you will eat in Tampa. Hands down. The flavors change weekly and they're ALWAYS fresh.
OK - so this isn't in Tampa. It's in Lakeland. Which is a good 30minute drive. BUT, if you're on the way to Disney on a Saturday, this is a MUST. Only open on Wednesday evenings and Saturday Mornings (until 1 usually) and let me tell you, they are worth every moment you drive to them. There has never been a bad thing on the menu - trust me - we've tried them ALL.
37 locals recommend
Born & Bread Bakehouse
1113 Florida Ave SOK - so this isn't in Tampa. It's in Lakeland. Which is a good 30minute drive. BUT, if you're on the way to Disney on a Saturday, this is a MUST. Only open on Wednesday evenings and Saturday Mornings (until 1 usually) and let me tell you, they are worth every moment you drive to them. There has never been a bad thing on the menu - trust me - we've tried them ALL.
Again - not in Tampa. But with Lakeland being so close by, why not take a drive to a pretty area! This is a cafeteria style place that has several food options and some local vendors as well.
34 locals recommend
The Joinery
640 E Main StAgain - not in Tampa. But with Lakeland being so close by, why not take a drive to a pretty area! This is a cafeteria style place that has several food options and some local vendors as well.
Our favorite place near downtown to get a good short rib and delicious craft cocktail. Right across from U.T and perfect for a date night!
63 locals recommend
Fly Bar & Restaurant
1202 N Franklin StOur favorite place near downtown to get a good short rib and delicious craft cocktail. Right across from U.T and perfect for a date night!
We love a good roof top bar. Visit Bulla in the center of So(uth)Ho(ward) for a fun night!
52 locals recommend
Bulla Gastrobar
930 S Howard AveWe love a good roof top bar. Visit Bulla in the center of So(uth)Ho(ward) for a fun night!
Chocolate Pi
5207 North Florida AvenueLooking for a dessert only spot? Look no more.
Sightseeing
Tampa has PLENTY of beaches to offer. This one is just easily accessible, quiet and so charming.
305 locals recommend
Madeira Beach
Tampa has PLENTY of beaches to offer. This one is just easily accessible, quiet and so charming.
Downtown is known for its beautiful Riverwalk. You can't visit Tampa without taking a stroll here. And when you're finished, grab a slice of pizza at Eddie & Sam's N.Y. Pizza
620 locals recommend
Tampa Riverwalk
Tampa RiverwalkDowntown is known for its beautiful Riverwalk. You can't visit Tampa without taking a stroll here. And when you're finished, grab a slice of pizza at Eddie & Sam's N.Y. Pizza
We LOVE a good park. This one here is our favorite. More than just splash pads and playgrounds, this park offers a huge grass area along the river as well as plenty of space to host a picnic or party.
54 locals recommend
Julian B Lane Riverfront Park
1001 N BlvdWe LOVE a good park. This one here is our favorite. More than just splash pads and playgrounds, this park offers a huge grass area along the river as well as plenty of space to host a picnic or party.