Tampa Bay is one of the most popular vacation destinations in Florida because there is something for everyone in the family to enjoy. Kids and adults alike will have their favorites and part of the fun is talking about the memories of spending time at each place. Some people think that Tampa Bay is a couple’s vacation spot, which couldn’t be far from the truth. There are more things to do as a family that one might imagine, just get online and search for Tampa Bay attractions and notice how many sites come up. Using these websites is a good idea to help you plan your stay and make sure you don’t miss out on anything.

If you are seeking thrill rides, skip the intolerably long lines at Disney and head to one of the most famous Tampa Bay attractions, Busch Gardens. Amongst the jungle and wild animals like tigers, hippos, lions, and orangutans, there are quite a few rides, play areas, shows and entertainment. You can ride the Scorpion and conquer its 360 degree loops or the 200-foot drop on SheiKra. If you need to cool off, ride the rapids on the Congo River and you are sure to get wet.

Animal lovers won’t be left in the dust with these Tampa Bay attractions. The Florida Aquarium will tantalize the sea lover in everyone with a 500,000 gallon Coral Reef Exhibit and its inhabitants, the penguin walks, fish, birds, alligators, and river otters. If that’s not all, there is a 2-acre water park and a cantina for adults. Tampa’s Lowry Zoo has been voted as the best zoo in the U.S. by Parent’s Magazine. There are more than 1,700 animals that call the 56 acres of the zoo home. The exhibits are very interactive and allow visitors the chance to get up and personal with many animals, while being safe.

If you prefer water activities, Tampa Bay attractions include charter fishing trips, dinner cruises, kayaking trips, and snorkeling and scuba diving opportunities. Take the kids on Captain Memo’s Pirate Cruise where you can search for treasure, listen to stories, dance, have the kid’s face painted, and more. Or, simply pull up a patch of sand and spend some time on one of the many beaches in Tampa Bay. Pack a picnic lunch or some snacks and don’t forget the buckets and shovels for the kids. The sparkling water and the sounds of the rolling ocean will make your trip complete.