4.3076925 from partner siteVisit: 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: Chihuly Collection, 720 Central Ave, St. Petersburg, FL 33701-3643
Explore the Chihuly Collection, a magnificent, stunning permanent collection of world-renowned artist Dale Chihuly's large-scale installations. Be awed by works that have thrilled audiences around the globe.
Duration: 4 hours