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Adventure
Island
10001 McKinley Drive, Tampa, FL
813-987-5660
Baywalk Shopping, Dining & Entertainment Complex
Home to over 25 upscale shops and restaurants including Ann
Taylor, Shapiro’s, GBX Shoes, Ben & Jerry’s,The Cricket Shop, Dan
Marino’s Town Tavern, Acorn, Sunglass Hut, Birkenstock,
Afterthoughts, Hurricane Pass Outfitters, Chico’s, The Martini
bar, Australian Creations Jewelers, Adobo Gill and more. The
MUVICO BayWalk Theater boasts 20 stadium seating theaters with
digital sound.
Located in the heart of downtown
Busch Gardens
The rugged beauty of the Serengeti meets out-of-this-world rides
and exotic animals. Look right in the eyes of Africa's most
amazing animals. Challenge the incredible heights and speeds of
world-class coasters. Then relax and enjoy the spectacular
entertainment of highly acclaimed shows. With something amazing
around every corner, your family will come together like never
before.
Busch Boulevard & 40th Street, Tampa, FL 813-987-5082
Egmont Key State Park
Accessible only by ferry this is a perfect escape for sunbathing,
shelling and swimming. You can also walk through the historic
ruins of Fort Dade or view wildlife such as gopher tortoises,
hummingbirds and other seabirds. 727-893-2627.
Fishing
Florida Aquarium
Over 10,000 aquatic plants and animals including an expanded shark
collection, ocean predators and spineless wonders from around the
world, Australian sea dragons, playful river otters, American
alligators, free-flying birds, a giant Pacific octopus and more.
Dive shows including a diver in the shark tank, close-up animal
encounters and touch tanks. 701 Channelside Drive, Tampa, FL
813-273-4000
Florida Holocaust Museum
This is the fourth largest Holocaust museum in the nation and it
is dedicated to advancing public awareness, education and
understanding of the Holocaust, and honoring the memory of
millions of innocent people who suffered, struggled and died as a
result of this atrocious event in history. 727-820-0100.
Florida International Museum
Permanent exhibits are The Kennedy Collection and The Cuban
Missile Crisis. A Smithsonian affiliate, the museum showcases
rotating national and international exhibits.
100 Second Street,
St. Petersburg, FL 727-822-3693
Florida Orange Groves Winery

Fort DeSoto Park
1,136 unspoiled acres made up of five interconnected islands. In
addition to the historic fort built during the Spanish-American
War, the park boasts seven miles of beaches, two fishing piers,
recreation and nature trails, a canoe trail, plus picnic and
camping grounds. 727-582-2267
Golf Courses Executive & Professional

Heritage Park
Johns Pass Historic Village & Boardwalk
Sightseeing tours, parasailing,
wave runners, unique shopping, deep
sea fishing, dining.
12901 Gulf Boulevard, Madeira Beach, FL
727-393-1947
Lowry Park Zoo
You will see more than 1500 animals (some rare & endangered) in
lush, natural habitats. Enjoy live animal shows & interactive
exhibits such as Stingray Bay, Lorikeet Landing and the renowned
Florida Manatee Center. 1101 West Sligh Avenue, Tampa, FL
813-935-8552
Mahaffey Theater for the Performing Arts
Located in downtown St. Petersburg in the Bayfront Center the
Mahaffey Theater provides a magnificent environment for a wide
variety of concerts and exciting performances. 727-892-5798
MOSI-Museum of Science & Industry
Largest science center in the southeast and home of Florida's only
IMAX theater. Over 450 "minds-on" activities, planetarium, space
simulators, hurricane chamber, butterfly garden and high wire
bike. Three major exhibitions explore the human body, Florida's
environment and space, flight and beyond.
4801 East Fowler Avenue,
Tampa, FL 813-987-6100
Museum of Fine Arts
The only comprehensive art collection on the Florida west coast.
The collection includes works by such major French artists as
Cezanne, Monet, Morisot, Gauguin, Renoir, and Rodin and by the
American artists Thomas Moran, Henri, Bellows and O'Keeffe.
African, Asian, pre-Columbian and American Indian art, as well as
photographs, are also on view.
Orange Blossom Groves
Since 1946, Orange Blossom Groves has made growing, packing and
shipping citrus fruits a family tradition. Shop in the open-air
produce market for farm-fresh fruits and vegetables. Brows in the
gift shop while enjoying some homemade ice cream. Sample freshly
squeezed orange juice.
5800 Seminole Boulevard, Seminole, FL
727-392-1277. 1-800237-9880
Prime Outlet Mall
A beautiful Caribbean environment is the setting for more than 35
of your favorite brand name stores. Polo, Versace, Ann Taylor,
Coach, Tommy Hilfiger, Liz Clairborne, Mikasa, Nike. More brand
names. More selection. More value. The open air center features
lush landscaping with flowing fountains and a spectacular food
court. Exit 224 on I-75, Ellenton, FL 888-260-7608.
Parasailing
Here is your chance to get a bird’s eye view of St. Pete Beach.
Parasailing is the perfect activity for the thrill seeker. You are
securely but comfortably strapped into a harness attached to a
massive parachute which is attached by cable to a speedboat that
pulls you along. As you gain altitude you can experience a
breathtaking view of the island.
Ruth Eckerd Hall
Acoustically perfect auditorium that has 2173 seats. Classical
musicians, country singers, big bands, Broadway hits, dancers,
comedians and top pop artists from America and around the world
are included in the stellar line-up of more than 150 performances
a year. The continental-style auditorium, brings you virtually
center stage for a memorable evening with your favorite
performers.
Clearwater, FL 727-791-7400
Salvador Dali Museum
One of St. Petersburg's foremost cultural attractions, is home to
the world famous collection of works by Salvador Dali featuring
masterworks from the artist’s early years, as well as from his
transitional, surrealist and classic periods. Daily guided tours
and museum store. 727-823-3767
Starlite Cruises
Discover the beauty of Florida’s smooth inland waterways aboard
the elegantly appointed Starlite Princess Riverboat or Starlite
Majesty Dining Yacht. Enjoy fine dining at your individually
reserved table. Dinner dance cruises feature a full course meal
with seven entrée selections prepared on board and served to your
table. Luncheon/Sightseeing cruises offer a narration by the
captain. 727-462-2628.
St. Petersburg Pier
One the area’s favorite places to shop, sightsee or just relax.
Marvel at the Pier Aquarium. Take a scenic land and sea adventure
on the amphibious Duck Tours of Tampa Bay, enjoy dolphin
sightseeing aboard the Dolphin Queen, hop on a surrey bike and
pick up souvenirs at the unique shops, boutiques and galleries.
800 Second Avenue, NE, St. Petersburg, FL 727-821-6164.
Sunken Gardens
100 years of beauty and an exotic collection of more than 50,000
tropical plants and flowers blooms year round, including thousands
of rare orchids found in Orchid Arbor. You will enjoy the winding
path through thousands of tropical plants and a beautiful pond. A
plethora of winged wonders is also in residence-explore the walk
in butterfly enclosure. 1825 Fourth Street, North, St. Petersburg,
FL 727-551-3100
Tarpon Springs
Approximately 20 miles north of St. Petersburg, but you will feel
like you are visiting a quaint village in Greece. Smells of
baklava wafting from the bakeries, snatches of Greek overheard in
the conversations of old timers, fishermen stepping off the boats
with their fresh catch and shops filled with souvenirs of the old
county transport you to a land far away.
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