The Grasslands
Tampa
Visit The Grasslands
Popular places to visit
Port of Tampa
Explore the waterfront in Tampa with a trip to Port of Tampa. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
Exotic animals and thrill rides all on the one site at this theme park and zoo designed for the whole family.
Tampa Riverwalk
Walk, bike or rollerblade along Tampa’s waterside neighborhood, with public art, museums, restaurants and more attractions right on the waterfront.
Raymond James Stadium
Catch an event at Raymond James Stadium during your trip to Tampa. Attend a football game or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Tampa Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening at Tampa Convention Center, a top convention center in Tampa. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
University of South Florida
Walk around the campus of University of South Florida, a top college in Tampa. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theater scene.
Things to do
ZooTampa at Lowry Park Admission Ticket
1.5-hour Dolphin Sightseeing Cruise from Tampa
Dolphin Watching in Boca Ciega Bay
Sea Screamer Clearwater's Only Speed Boat Dolphin Watching
St. Petersburg, FL: Imagine Museum Admission Ticket
Sunset Celebration Cruise on Tropics Boat Tours
Top hotels in The Grasslands
Hilton Tampa Airport Westshore
room ok I liked the flexibility in check in and check out time
Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026
OASIS BAY SUITES, Tampa, Busch Gardens, USF
The room was clean and spacious. The staff was friendly and the breakfast was hot.
Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026
The Barrymore Hotel Tampa Riverwalk
We had a great stay. The hotel was decorated beautifully and very festive for the holiday. I really sweet server for breakfast. Had fun holiday glasses for everybody to wear would definitely recommend and stay here again.
Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026
Hampton Inn Tampa-International Airport/Westshore
Nice, but hated the barn doors on the bathroom
Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026
Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa
Disappointed that there wasn’t much of a Sportsbook area, although we did go by the bar/restaurant are by pool and the employees/waitresses were super good!
Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Tampa Near Busch Gardens
Great hotel
Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Grasslands
New Tampa
Travelers come to New Tampa for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Lettuce Lake Park and Cypress Creek Trailhead while you're in town.
Temple Terrace
Temple Terrace is beloved for its beautiful gardens. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Temple Terrace Tennis Center and Bowlero Tampa Bay.
Carrollwood
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Carrollwood and surrounding area, you can visit ZooTampa at Lowry Park and Westfield Citrus Park.
Old Seminole Heights
While Old Seminole Heights isn't home to many top sights, ZooTampa at Lowry Park and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay are some notable places to visit nearby.
Ybor City
Ybor City is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Ritz Ybor or The Orpheum.
Historic Ybor
If you're spending some time in Historic Ybor, Ritz Ybor and The Orpheum are top sights worth seeing.
