Book a hotel near Florida Aquarium, Tampa

Florida Aquarium is always towards the top of the itinerary for travelers to this region.

Tampa, the city where it's situated, is a popular place to visit all year round.

If you don't think you'll wander very far from Florida Aquarium, perhaps you'd like to spend a night or two at one of the 13 hotels that are situated within 2 miles (3 kilometers) of the site. The Tampa Marriott Waterside Hotel and Marina and the Floridan Palace Hotel are a couple of great choices here, located 0.5 miles (0.8 kilometers) and 0.9 miles (1.4 kilometers) away, respectively.

If luxury facilities and services are not really your style, think about some of the budget solutions that are available. A couple of the options include the Hyde Park Hotel and the La Quinta Inn & Suites Tampa Bay Area-Tampa South.

If opulence is your cup of tea, think about spending a night at one of the handful of upscale hotels that are within easy reach. The Westin Tampa Waterside is 0.6 miles (1.0 kilometer) away, or the Le Meridien Tampa is just 0.8 miles (1.3 kilometers) away, and they are both equally exceptional choices.

A cup of coffee and a straight-from-the-oven pastry at Victory Coffee (101 North 12th Street, Tampa) is a wonderful recipe after a long day. Is your belly still rumbling? Enjoy some heartier fare at Splitsville (615 Channelside Drive, Tampa), only 0.1 miles (0.2 kilometers) away.

Other Things to Do Near Florida Aquarium

• Get a better understanding of the area's rich maritime history with a visit to American Victory Ship Mariners Memorial Museum.
• Go in search of a bargain, do your errands or simply enjoy browsing the many stores available at Channelside Bay Plaza.
• If you're curious to see how big cargo ships are loaded, visit Port of Tampa to witness all the bustling activity for yourself.
• If you've just about had it with sightseeing, Splitsville is the ideal place for those searching for a way to amuse rambunctious youngsters.
• History may not come to life in lecture auditoriums, but the exhibits at Tampa Bay History Center offer an authentic experience for all patrons.

To visit Florida Aquarium, consider taking the train. The nearest station, Tampa, FL Union Station, is just 0.6 miles (1.0 kilometer) away.

Need insider tips on must-see attractions in Florida Aquarium? Check out our Florida Aquarium travel guide!