Tours and Trips in Tampa

Visit ZooTampa at Lowry Park for a family-friendly wildlife experience that includes native Florida animals as well as species from around the world. Check out the variety of habitats that are home to wildlife from Asia, Africa, Australia and more, where you can see apes, birds, tortoises, panthers, manatees, koalas"¦ the list goes on. Plus, learn about endangered species and the zoo's efforts in animal conservation.

Renting a yacht in St. Petersburg on your own can get pricey, but this private sunset sailing tour not only provides a yacht that holds up to six people, but also provides a driver so you don't have to worry about navigating the water yourself. Plus, soda and water are both provided for you, and unlike other similar tours, you're allowed to pack a picnic and bring your own alcohol on board.

At Busch Gardens Tampa, a 335-acre African-themed animal park, enjoy the ultimate family adventure. The park has one of the largest zoos in North America, with more than 12,000 animals. There are also exciting rides, live shows, restaurants, shops and games. Experience fun and adventure for the whole family. Upgrade to include admission to Adventure Island Tampa, SeaWorld Orlando and Aquatica, SeaWorld's waterpark. All-day dining packages are also available.

Experience the beauty of downtown Tampa Bay from the air on this guided helicopter tour. Fly above the city's skyscrapers to get a bird's-eye view of the biggest and best attractions, like the Florida Aquarium, the University of Tampa and Amalie Arena, to name a few. See the many waterfront mansions on the Davis Islands and then hover over the Port of Tampa and Hillsborough Bay to see if any bottlenose dolphins are visible in the water. It's a sight for scenic eyes - an unforgettable view of everything Tampa Bay.

Explore and learn about more than 20,000 sea creatures at the Florida Aquarium in downtown Tampa. Touch a bamboo shark or a sea star. Discover reef fishes, corals, giant clams, tortoises and more from Florida's waters and around the world at this Tampa Bay attraction.

Experience St. Petersburg, Fla. like never before on this educational and entertaining 2.5-hour guided, small-group Segway nature tour. Learn about the Sunshine City's nature and wildlife on a loop around the Tampa Bay seawall. See manatees and dolphins in their natural habitat. Visit the Sunken Gardens, a botanical paradise and St. Petersburg's oldest living museum and more. Guided Segway training, helmet and safety equipment and bottled water are included. Dress in weather-appropriate clothes with flat, closed-toed shoes.

Experience the beauty of Tampa Bay and the Little Manatee River from the air on this guided helicopter tour. Fly over the waterfront mansions on the Davis Islands toward the city's skyscrapers downtown. Then zoom over Hillsborough Bay and Tampa Bay to the Little Manatee River in search of bottlenose dolphins and manatees in the water. It's a sight for scenic eyes "” an unforgettable, bird's eye view of everything Tampa Bay.

Experience the beauty of a Tampa Bay sunset from the air on this guided helicopter tour. Fly over the waterfront mansions on the Davis Islands toward the city's skyscrapers downtown. Then, explore Ybor City and the Hillsborough River on the way to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and the Alafia River. Hover over the Port of Tampa Bay as the sun sets into the water to end the day. It's a sight for scenic eyes - an unforgettable, bird's eye view of everything Tampa Bay.

See Tampa Bay in a whole new way on an exhilarating sightseeing flight! Delight in lovely aerial views as you glide by helicopter over urban Tampa, Davis Island and Hillsborough Bay. Listen to interesting commentary from your experienced pilot as you admire city sights, natural beauty and close-up views of bottlenose dolphins frolicking in their natural habitat.

Discover Cuba's handmade cigars on this guided, 1-hour tour in Tampa. Choose from a variety of tour times - every hour on the hour from 11am to 5pm. Then tour the factory boutique with a small group and watch Cuban-born artisans at work, creating the world's finest cigars. Enjoy some Cuban coffee, too.

Pre-book your admission tickets, round up the family, and get hands-on with science, industry, and technology at Tampa's Museum of Science and Industry (MOSI). Go wild and create your own invention, explore the future in the Connectus exhibit, and immerse yourself in interactive experiences. Upgrade at the door and experience the wonder of space with a visit to Saunders Planetarium or tackle the 36-foot (11-meter) high Sky Trail Ropes Course.

Experience Tampa's must-see tourist attractions - and enjoy considerable savings - on this exciting Tampa Bay CityPASS tour. Visit Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, the Florida Aquarium, Tampa's Lowry Park Zoo and the Clearwater Marine Aquarium, home to Winter from Dolphin Tale movies. Then choose from the Museum of Science and Industry or Chihuly Center to complete the tour. This Tampa Bay CityPASS is valid for nine consecutive days from the first date of use. Voucher must be presented in exchange for CityPASS ticket booklets, within 6 months of purchase date. Transportation to and from attractions is not included.

Experience the beauty of Tampa Bay, the five islands of Fort De Soto Park and the city of St. Petersburg from the air on this guided helicopter tour. Fly over the waterfront mansions on the Davis Islands toward the city's skyscrapers downtown. Then zoom over Hillsborough Bay and Tampa Bay to the Sunshine Skyway Bridge, Fort De Soto Park and St. Petersburg. It's a sight for scenic eyes - an unforgettable, bird's eye view of everything Tampa Bay.

Experience the beauty of Tampa, Busch Gardens and the Alafia River from the air on this guided helicopter tour. Fly over the waterfront mansions on the Davis Islands toward the city's skyscrapers downtown. Then zoom over Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, home to some of the world's most exotic animals and the Alafia River in search of wildlife in the water. It's a sight for scenic eyes "” an unforgettable, bird's eye view of Tampa's urban environment and the varied wildlife that surrounds it.

This historic Ybor City food tour gives you a perfect introduction to the Tampa area by taking you to eateries to sample up to seven food and drink tastings. A guide leads the way on foot telling you all about Ybor city history as you try food to see which restaurants you might want to go back to later during your stay in the city.

Experience Florida's St Petersburg like never before on this entertaining 2-hour small-group guided Segway tour. Learn about the Sunshine City's historic sites and Victorian homes on a loop around the city. See where the world's first commercial flight took off from and hear about the history of the area's former Tocobaga tribe, whose princess inspired the Disney story of Pocahontas. Guided Segway training, helmet and safety equipment, plus bottled water and an audio headset are included. This small-group tour is limited to seven people, ensuring personalized attention.