Visit: Busch Gardens, 10165 N McKinley Dr, Tampa, FL 33612
Florida’s Coaster Capital, Busch Gardens® Tampa Bay is the ultimate family adventure, providing unrivaled excitement for guests of every age with a unique blend of world-class thrill rides, live shows, games, restaurants and one of the nation’s largest zoos.
Duration: 8 hours
Visit: The Florida Aquarium, 701 Channelside Dr, Tampa, FL 33602-5600
See why The Florida Aquarium is one of the top aquariums in the country, with thousands of sea creatures, including sharks, alligators, otters, sea turtles and more! Encounter ring-tailed lemurs, hissing cockroaches and colorful chameleons in the Journey to Madagascar exhibit. After exploring the exhibits inside, venture outside to The Splash Pad, the outdoor wet and dry play area for children. And don’t forget to stop by the 4-D theater to have all your senses amazed with one of the exciting films.
Duration: 4 hours
Visit: ZooTampa at Lowry Park, 1101 W Sligh Ave, Tampa, FL 33604-5958
Experience unforgettable natural connections and excitement at ZooTampa! Feel the rush of a macaw soaring overhead, ask questions at the many animal mingles, and feel the splash of wild water adventure at Roaring Springs presented by Pinch A Penny! Enjoy many more attractions, educational shows and water play areas. Plus, upgrade your experience and get nose-to-horn with a majestic rhino or go behind the scenes with some of the most popular animals.
Duration: 4 hours
Visit: Clearwater Marine Aquarium, 249 Windward Passage, Clearwater, FL 33767-2244
See Winter the dolphin, star and inspiration of the popular Dolphin Tale movies. Immerse yourself in the world of marine life rescue at this unique facility—not your typical aquarium. Explore the working animal hospital. See rescued dolphins, sea turtles, sharks and otters. Be inspired by fun, educational presentations about the important ongoing work of rescue, rehabilitation and release.
Duration: 4 hours
Visit: Museum of Science and Industry, 4801 E Fowler Ave, Tampa, FL 33617-2099
Get hands-on in Tampa’s newly renovated science center, where curious young minds can explore space science, weather, engineering, physics, the human body and more. Get “STEAM-ed” at MOSI, where Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math collide.
Duration: 4 hours
Visit: The Tropics Boat Tours, 25 Causeway Blvd Slip #5, Clearwater Beach, FL 33767, USA
Experience Clearwater Beach, its magnificent waterways and its resident Bottlenose Dolphins on board Clearwater Beach's Best Outdoor Activity of the year! Enjoy guaranteed dolphin sightings on a Dolphin Exploration tour, along with live narration from the crew and other wildlife viewing opportunities. Or, witness a breathtaking Florida sunset on a Sunset Celebration Cruise. The double-decker catamaran boasts an enclosed area in the shade as well as a sun deck and a premium bar.
Duration: 2 hours
Visit: Glazer Children's Museum, 110 W Gasparilla Plaza, Tampa, FL 33602-1500
Play pretend in your favorite signature exhibits and discover new worlds in traveling exhibits. Create and connect as a family with seasonal Family Play Projects, cozy up for storytime with Team GCM, get your giggles out during spontaneous play activities, and celebrate your day of play in the Ring Out the Day Parade!
Duration: 5 hours 20 minutes