| The state of Florida is a large and interesting place full | | | | This lovely area is a hub of things to do on the |
| of destinations to suit just about anyones' interests. | | | | waterfront, between Madeira Beach and Treasure |
| When visiting the western central coast of Florida, | | | | Island. Here, you can shop till you drop, take a tour on a |
| there is a large variety of memorable attractions to | | | | pirate ship, go deep sea fishing or parasailing, board a |
| see, both man-made and natural. Make sure to stop | | | | gambling boat or charter a sailboat. There are |
| by Chambers of Commerce for Tampa and | | | | wonderful seafood restaurants in the area, too. |
| St.Petersburg if you plan to go to either Hillsborough or | | | | Clearwater Beach |
| Pinellas Country, popular tourist destinations. Here are | | | | If you love a big beach with gorgeous white sand, |
| some of the most popular sites to see in both counties: | | | | sunshine and a great pier to walk on, this is the place |
| Hillsborough County/ Tampa area attractions | | | | to go. Tourists come here from all over the world to |
| Ybor City | | | | have fun in the sun, from boating, parasailing to |
| This is a quaint old village that started by an | | | | swimming in the beautiful water. |
| enterprising Cuban immigrant in 1885, as the home of | | | | Fort DeSoto Park |
| cigar manufacturing factories and its workers. It is a | | | | This beach has a laid-back, peaceful feel to it, and has |
| National Historic Landmark District, and is the hub of a | | | | previously been voted the best beach in the United |
| national park, museum, restaurants, night clubs and | | | | States in 2005. There is a campground, boat launching |
| many other interesting venues for the whole family. | | | | facilities and much more. If you like watching sunsets, |
| The century-old Columbia Restaurant there is a place | | | | this is the place to do it. This is a very beautiful, natural |
| offering great Spanish food and Flamenco dancers. If | | | | place. |
| you're there around Halloween, go to the | | | | Sunken Gardens |
| Latin-influenced Guavaween celebration. It is a popular | | | | This century-old botanical garden is a nature lover's |
| area event, a huge street party for everyone who | | | | paradise, yet is very close to downtown St. |
| loves to have fun. | | | | Petersburg. Here you can walk in an enclosed butterfly |
| Busch Gardens | | | | garden, tour the lovely grounds and take photos of big, |
| For those who love amusement parks, this one is a | | | | sprawling Live Oaks, orchids and other exotic plants |
| wonderful way to spend a day. A colorful and large | | | | and attend different public events. This is a memorable |
| place, full of fun for everyone. There are rides, a zoo, | | | | place that is fun for anyone who likes a peaceful walk |
| daily shows, shopping, restaurants and much more. | | | | in nature. Just outside the park are a variety of |
| Pinellas County attractions: | | | | excellent restaurants and coffeehouses, when you |
| John's Pass | | | | want to re-join civilization. |