Channel District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Florida Aquarium featuring interior views and marine life
Florida Aquarium showing marine life
Channel District
Florida Aquarium featuring marine life and bird life
Channel District

Popular places to visit

Port of Tampa

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.

Port of Tampa
Florida Aquarium which includes modern architecture and marine life

Florida Aquarium

Embark on a colorful exploration of Florida’s ecosystems and aquatic habitats at this popular aquarium.

Florida Aquarium
Channelside Bay Plaza

Channelside Bay Plaza

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Channelside Bay Plaza during your stay in Tampa. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Channelside Bay Plaza
American Victory Ship Mariners Memorial Museum

American Victory Ship Mariners Memorial Museum

After service in World War II, Korea and Vietnam, this fully restored ship now welcomes visitors to Downtown Tampa to learn about naval history.

American Victory Ship Mariners Memorial Museum
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

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.

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
Raymond James Stadium

Raymond James Stadium

Catch an event at Raymond James Stadium during your trip to Tampa. Attend a football match or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Raymond James Stadium

Activities

Sharks in 500,000 gallon Coral Reef habitat

The Florida Aquarium in Tampa General Admission

NZ$57
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
The Florida Aquarium in Tampa General Admission
Tampa just does that to ya!!

Guided Tampa Sightseeing Tour in a Deluxe Street Legal Golf Cart

NZ$84
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Guided Tampa Sightseeing Tour in a Deluxe Street Legal Golf Cart
Group Tour

Small Group Tampa Sightseeing City Bus Tour

NZ$85
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Small Group Tampa Sightseeing City Bus Tour
Self-Guided Driving Bundle of Florida Tours

Florida's Must-See Sights: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Bundle

NZ$68
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Florida's Must-See Sights: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Bundle
Tides of Tethered Terror: Tampa Ghost Tours

Tides of Tethered Terror: Tampa Ghost Tours

NZ$41
per adult
Tides of Tethered Terror: Tampa Ghost Tours
The Depths

Escape Game at Midtown Tampa

NZ$69
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Escape Game at Midtown Tampa
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Our pick of the best Channel District Hotel Deals

Hampton Inn Tampa Downtown Channel District

Hampton Inn Tampa Downtown Channel District

3 out of 5
1155 East Kennedy Boulevard, Tampa, FL
The price is NZ$295 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
NZ$295
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Tampa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,882 reviews)
"I stayed close to my upcoming cruise very convenient."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Hampton Inn Tampa Downtown Channel District
Home2 Suites by Hilton Tampa Downtown Channel District

Home2 Suites by Hilton Tampa Downtown Channel District

3 out of 5
1155 East Kennedy Boulevard, Tampa, FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$252 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
NZ$252
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Tampa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,013 reviews)
"ZooTampa and the Florida Aquarium are just a few miles away. The Seminole Hard Rock Cafe is maybe 20 min away. Several fantastic restaurants are within walking distance. Being near the Port, we met several people staying just one night waiting to depart on a cruise the following day. We stayed 7 ..."

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2025

Home2 Suites by Hilton Tampa Downtown Channel District
Hotel Tampa Riverwalk

Hotel Tampa Riverwalk

4 out of 5
200 N Ashley Dr, Tampa, FL
The price is NZ$334 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
NZ$334
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Tampa. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the bar ...
6.8/10 (1,671 reviews)
"I loved the Riverwalk. It made getting around the area so nice. I would suggest there be better public access areas to it."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Hotel Tampa Riverwalk
Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront

Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront

4 out of 5
333 1st St S, St. Petersburg, FL
The price is NZ$206 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
NZ$206
2 Oct - 3 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in St. Petersburg. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,020 reviews)
Love this hotel
"Amazing hotel walkable to restaurants and everything st Pete has to offer! Clean rooms and amenities. Very nice and will stay here again"

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront
The Westshore Grand, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel, Tampa

The Westshore Grand, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel, Tampa

4 out of 5
4860 West Kennedy Boulevard, Tampa, FL
The price is NZ$282 per night from 3 Oct to 4 Oct
NZ$282
3 Oct - 4 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Tampa. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,744 reviews)
"The hotel offers very spacious rooms for a good rate. The Publix Supermarket right next to the hotel offered all the items I needed, and there is a nice shopping mall across the street with many food places. I will consider this hotel again when I am in the Tampa region again."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

The Westshore Grand, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel, Tampa
Hotel Alba, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Alba, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
5303 W Kennedy Blvd, Tampa, FL
The price is NZ$283 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
NZ$283
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tampa. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,206 reviews)
"Very nice"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Hotel Alba, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
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Other neighbourhoods around Channel District

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Downtown Tampa

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Downtown Tampa is a destination visitors seek out for its ample dining options, great live music and beautiful river views. You might also want to check out attractions like Port of Tampa or Tampa Riverwalk while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Downtown Tampa
Ybor City featuring heritage elements and signage

Historic Ybor

If you're spending some time in Historic Ybor, Ritz Ybor and The Orpheum are top sights worth seeing.

Historic Ybor
Ybor City

Ybor City

Ybor City is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Ritz Ybor and The Orpheum while in the area.

Ybor City
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Harbour Island

When in Harbour Island, you can plan a visit to Port of Tampa and Tampa Riverwalk, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Harbour Island
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Tampa Heights

While Tampa Heights may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Port of Tampa and Tampa Riverwalk.

Tampa Heights
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Southeast Tampa

Though Southeast Tampa may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Port of Tampa and Tampa Riverwalk.

Southeast Tampa

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