Tampa sights and landmarks guide

Tampa, FL US - Sights

Tampa is a beautiful city of Hillsborough County in the state of Florida. Tampa is a part of “Tampa Bay Area and it is regarded as the 8th cleanest city in the United States. It is also famous for its skyscrapers. The tallest building in Tampa is 100 North Tampa, which is 176m high. Tama has great attractions for tourists from all over the world.

Some of the most popular landscapes and the spots of tourism attraction are Hillsborough River State Park, Raymond James Stadium, International Plaza and Bay Street, Hyde Park Village, Westfield Citrus Park, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, WestShore Plaza, Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Ybor City and SoHo etc.

Ybor City State Museum is a historical museum outline the cigar industry in Cuba in the nineteenth century. Later it was moved to Tampa.

Henry B. Plant Museum is a historical museum housed in Tampa Bay Hotel. The museum exhibits the different species of plants and their transportation system.

Tampa Museum of Art exhibits a variety of arts including Roman, Greek, classical and contemporary. It also offers several lectures, classes and activities for children.

Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center offers a number of entertainment, educational and performing arts programs for children and people of all ages.

Museum of Science and Industry features a lot of exhibitions and events related to science, technology and health. Some of the exhibits include animal communities, the back woods, butterfly gardens and simulated Hurricane.

The University of Tampa was established as a private institute in 1931. The university has very beautiful campus and many landmarks of historical importance. Campus tours are also arranged for visitors and students.

University of South Florida is a very famous university in the United States. The campuses of the university are located in Tampa.

The Florida Aquarium is designed to enhance the public understanding about aquatic life. It also exhibits the sea horses, rare sea dragons, coral reefs and aquatic animals.

Lowry Park Zoo  was established in 1930. A number of animal species including, raccoons, monkeys, alligators, and exotic birds are housed in this zoo. It is a great entertainment spot for the people of all ages.

Adventure Island provides aquatic fun to visitors.  It features waterfalls, wave pool, eating areas, volleyball complex, corkscrews and children’s playground.