Sightseeing in Tampa
April 27th, 2008
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With 165 parks and beaches within the city limits of Tampa, there are plenty of opportunities to enjoy the temperate climate, sea air and sand between your toes. You’re not likely to miss the multitude of fine dining options, exciting nightlife or fun attractions. There also many sightseeing opportunities that you might miss if you didn’t add them to your itinerary. So, next time you fly to Tampa, schedule these suggestions.
Hyde Park is known as one of Tampa’s oldest neighborhoods. Located just south of downtown, it is in the heart of Tampa. If your interests lie in the direction of pre-1940s architecture you will love perusing the old Tudor, Queen Ann and Colonial style homes. In fact, Disney used the neighborhood as a template for one of their own housing developments. The Hyde Park Village is built to fit into the neighborhood as a European promenade and boasts top-of-the-line restaurants, shops and theaters.
Busch Gardens is one of Tampa’s most poular and famous attractions. Some of its terrifying rides are recognized as some of the scariest in the world. However, in addition to its standard amusement park and safari rides, it also offers a tour of the Busch Brewery for those interested to learn about brewing beer. Lastly, Busch Gardens offers visitors other adventerous activities and entertainment.
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