Things to do in Tampa

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Visit the marine wildlife inside one of the top aquariums in the US

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Clearwater Marine Aquarium is a wildlife rescue center and aquarium in Clearwater, Florida. The aquarium is home to Hope the dolphin who starred in the 2014 film Dolphin Tale 2. Clearwater was also the rescue center that cared for Winter, the famous prosthetic-tailed rescue-dolphin who sadly passed away in 2021. Our work never stops. Marine life rescue is 24/7. Our resident and rehabilitating animals rely on our essential care, 365 days a year. Our teams are still at CMA caring for marine life, and we need your help. Every dollar donated goes directly towards our animal care fund. Our animals depend on crucial funding from supporters like you. We're all in this together, and you're a vital part of #TeamCMA. We need you now more than ever! To give, text “CMA” to 24365 (US only).

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Dinosaur World is an adventure park in Florida. The dinosaur-themed attraction hosts hundreds of models and animatronic beasts, and allows visitors to excavate fossils and bones themselves through a variety of hands-on activities.

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ZooTampa at Lowry Park is an award-winning zoo and wildlife conservation center located in Tampa, Florida. Home to a diverse range of wild animals from around the globe, it features some of the world's rarest big cats, including the clouded leopard and Florida panther.

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Is it a theme park? Is it a zoo? Somehow, it's both!

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This tropical oasis of Adventure Island in Tampa Bay is the area's largest waterpark, located right across the road from Busch Gardens. It features 30 acres of awesome aquatic activities, food and beverage facilities, and other attractions to keep the whole family entertained for the day. From kid-friendly play areas, to adrenaline-pumping waterslides, Adventure Island has plenty to offer for everyone!

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The Glazer Children's Museum is a non-profit play and education center located in Tampa, Florida. The museum has 21 different exhibits designed to inspire young minds and develop their passions and personalities.

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Discover the best of Tampa with a city card

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Imagine Museum features a world-class contemporary art collection of glass sculptures inside its 34,000 square feet location. The artworks showcase the evolution of contemporary glass art from the 1960s until present day. As you stroll through the galleries, you'll see how the field has expanded into masterpieces of color, light and motion.

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Fairgrounds St. Pete is Tampa's new Museum of Immersive Art & Technology. Get ready to amaze your eyeballs in an indoor, explorable world of playful immersive exhibits, featuring works by acclaimed artists from Florida and around the globe!