Florida Gulf Coast, FL

Travel Guide

Florida Gulf Coast
Tampa featuring a pond, a lake or waterhole and mangroves
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Lettuce Lake Park featuring a garden, a lake or waterhole and fall colors
Big Cat Rescue which includes zoo animals as well as a large group of people

Where to stay in Florida Gulf Coast

Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park

Downtown Tampa

4/5(1,135 area reviews)

Explore top attractions like the Florida Aquarium, Glazer Children's Museum, and Tampa Riverwalk, or indulge in the vibrant nightlife and dining scene in the River Arts District. Easily navigate the area with TECO Streetcar and HART public transportation.

Downtown Tampa
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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.

North Captiva
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Pelican

4.5/5(46 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Pelican, Tarpon Point and Harbour View Gallery are top sights worth seeing.

Pelican
Siesta Key Village

Siesta Key Village

4.5/5(282 area reviews)

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.

Siesta Key Village
Downtown St. Petersburg featuring outdoor art

Downtown St. Petersburg

A noteworthy feature of Downtown St. Petersburg is its fantastic nightlife. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Tampa Bay and Palladium Theater.

Downtown St. Petersburg
Pass-a-Grille

Pass-a-Grille

5/5(26 area reviews)

Discover a quaint beach neighborhood featuring the Pass-a-Grille Historic District and Gulf Beaches Historical Museum. Enjoy walkable attractions like boutiques, an ice cream shop, outdoor art market, and fishing piers around 8th Street.

Pass-a-Grille
Hotel Tampa Riverwalk

Hotel Tampa Riverwalk

4 out of 5
200 N Ashley Dr, Tampa, FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₩170,038 per night from Oct 15 to Oct 16
₩170,038
₩235,902 total
Oct 15 - Oct 16
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 (1,687 reviews)
"There was a lot of construction in the area, and though it was not the hotel’s fault, it was annoying"

Reviewed on Oct 9, 2025

Hotel Tampa Riverwalk
Kompose Boutique Hotel

Kompose Boutique Hotel

3 out of 5
965 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL
The price is ₩69,396 per night from Oct 16 to Oct 17
₩69,396
₩95,520 total
Oct 16 - Oct 17
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,440 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel especially for the price."

Reviewed on Oct 9, 2025

Kompose Boutique Hotel
Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront

Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront

4 out of 5
333 1st St S, St. Petersburg, FL
The price is ₩155,573 per night from Oct 26 to Oct 27
₩155,573
₩175,797 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
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! (1,010 reviews)
"The valet parking at this hotel is ridiculously expensive. Park at Camden Pier carpark directly behind the hotel for a third of the price. Very handy for the Rowdies ground which is opposite. Loved our stay here."

Reviewed on Oct 6, 2025

Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront
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Sailport Waterfront Suites

Sailport Waterfront Suites

3.5 out of 5
2506 N Rocky Point Dr, Tampa, FL
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Tampa. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (4,763 reviews)
"My favorite place to stay while in Tampa."

Reviewed on Oct 4, 2025

Sailport Waterfront Suites
Sunset Vistas Two Bedroom Beachfront Suites

Sunset Vistas Two Bedroom Beachfront Suites

3.5 out of 5
12000 Gulf Blvd, Treasure Island, FL
Stay at this 3.5-star beach condo in Treasure Island. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a beach locale, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,355 reviews)
"Second year staying at Sunset Vista Condo. Great balcony view of the ocean, sitting on the balcony and listening to the waves, birds, and the view is simply the best. The front office staff were amazing and helpful. Seen employees constantly cleaning, inside and out of the property. The only complaint ..."

Reviewed on Oct 5, 2025

Sunset Vistas Two Bedroom Beachfront Suites
Beach House Suites by the Don CeSar

Beach House Suites by the Don CeSar

3 out of 5
3860 Gulf Boulevard, St. Pete Beach, FL
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in St. Pete Beach. Enjoy a beach locale, a fitness center, and WiFi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Suites were excellent, pool and staff great. Sister hotel shuttle bus, facilities and food delivery excellent. To be really picky the cleaners could do a slightly better job but basically can’t fault the place."

Reviewed on Oct 4, 2025

Beach House Suites by the Don CeSar
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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
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay showing rides

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
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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.

Raymond James Stadium
Southwest Florida featuring general coastal views and a beach as well as a large group of people

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.

Siesta Key Beach
Lido Beach showing general coastal views and a sandy beach

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.

Lido Beach
University of South Florida

University of South Florida

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

University of South Florida

Cities near Florida Gulf Coast

Tampa Bay featuring night scenes, a river or creek and skyline

Tampa

South Florida Museum featuring signage

Bradenton

Clearwater Beach showing a beach and a coastal town

Clearwater

Siesta Key Public Beach showing a sandy beach

Siesta Key