Take a break from your busy travel schedule with a leisurely walk around Picnic Island Park. The peaceful surroundings will leave you refreshed and ready for your next big adventure.

This South Tampa recreation and green space is an interesting spot to kick off your day of sightseeing. There's loads to explore close by, such as Tampa Bay, Picnic Island Beach, and Weedon Island Preserve. Take your time at Picnic Island Park before hitting up these other fine attractions.

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Florida Hotel & Conference Center in the Florida Mall

$230

per person

Jan 25 - Jan 28

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Roundtrip flight included

Boston (BOS) to Orlando (MCO)

18.4/10 Exceptional! (2,232 reviews)

We had a great time.

Reviewed on Nov 20, 2025

Residence Inn by Marriott Daytona Beach Oceanfront

$625

per person

Jan 27 - Feb 3

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Roundtrip flight included

Boston (BOS) to Orlando (MCO)

17.2/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)

Clean room expected amenities

Reviewed on Nov 12, 2025

The Shores Resort & Spa

$439

per person

Jan 27 - Feb 3

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Roundtrip flight included

Boston (BOS) to Orlando (MCO)

18/10 Exceptional! (1,681 reviews)

From the minute we checked in and Michelle greeted us, we knew we picked the right spot! Since it’s quiet season, they were able to upgrade our room to double balcony oceanfront. It felt like we were right over the beach! Very clean rooms and facilities. We were visiting my nephew who goes to school at DSC and the valet guys were so accommodating, allowing us to leave the car out front for a few hours here and there without charging us the parking fee. Sore isl shout out to Dom from valet. The pool area was great and we loved the tiki bar (shout out to Doug the bartender!) he even gave me a special drink for my bday!!! They give s’mores kits at night to use at the pool side fire pits too! When we come back to visit, we will definitely rebook at the Shores!!!

Reviewed on Nov 16, 2025

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The Florida Aquarium in Tampa General Admission

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Tampa Bar Crawl on New Street Legal Golf Cart

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Go Tiki Tours Tampa "#1 Floating Tiki Boat" Bathroom on Board

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Tampa Bay CityPASS®: Admission to 5 Top Attractions

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Tampa Bay CityPASS®: Admission to 5 Top Attractions

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Popular places to visit

Weedon Island Preserve

This huge Tampa Bay preserve is an important archeological site and offers plenty of outdoor activities.

Gizella Kopsick Palm Arboretum

In just one location, find multiple types of trees that define warmer global climes. You might be surprised how many palms there are in the world.

Vinoy Park

While area beaches are abundant, it’s convenient to have this lovely spot right in the city. Lounge under a palm tree and enjoy the frequent entertainment.

Sunken Gardens

Located in the heart of St. Petersburg, this historic botanical oasis behind vine-covered walls offers tropical plants, colorful flower beds, meandering paths, picturesque ponds and cascading waterfalls.