10 TOP Things to Do in Florida Gulf Coast (2025 Activity Guide)

Tampa showing a lake or waterhole, landscape views and general coastal views

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Lettuce Lake Park featuring landscape views, a lake or waterhole and a park

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What to do in Florida Gulf Coast

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.

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.

Siesta Key Beach

The soft, white sand on Siesta Key’s award-winning family-friendly beach is perfect for relaxing under a sun umbrella and taking part in a game of volleyball.

Lido Beach

Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Lido Beach, a popular beach in Sarasota. Wander the picturesque gardens or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

University of South Florida

Walk around the campus of University of South Florida, a top college in Tampa. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and lively festivals.

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.

Tampa Riverwalk

Walk, bike or rollerblade along Tampa’s waterside neighborhood, with public art, museums, restaurants and more attractions right on the waterfront.

John's Pass Village & Boardwalk

When you visit John's Pass Village & Boardwalk, a popular shopping spot in Madeira Beach, you can browse for souvenirs. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or check out its lively bars.

Areas of Florida Gulf Coast

Downtown Tampa

Find much that’s new and exciting here, with investment and energy revitalizing the waterfront into somewhere to see, be seen and experience.

North Captiva

Visitors to North Captiva enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, North Captiva Island Beach is worth a stop.

Siesta Key Village

Travelers to Siesta Key Village praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Siesta Key Beach and Siesta Key Farmers Market.