Title: Visit University: 2026 University, Tampa Travel Guide | Expedia.com [Hotels in University](https://expedia.com/University-Tampa-Hotels.0-n553248635975874728-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Tampa](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Tampa.d602996.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Tampa](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Tampa.d602996.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in University](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-University.d553248635975874728.Car-Rental-Guide)[University Vacations](https://expedia.com/University.d553248635975874728.Destination-Travel-Guides) # University, FL ## Tampa ![Tampa_UniversityofSouthFlorida_503053_02](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/503053/1d42942a-92e9-49c5-b2ad-ece18d674d39.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Tampa_UniversityofSouthFlorida_503053_02](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/503053/1d42942a-92e9-49c5-b2ad-ece18d674d39.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Aerial photo University of South Florida Tampa](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/503053/cb5700eb-da31-4461-9941-df99589dbc7b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit University Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Tampa Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Tampa.dx602996) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Aerial photo Port of Tampa Florida](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6127884/01fb7c9f-75f0-485d-89b4-3ff16670be26.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Port of Tampa 4/5(1,773 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.com/Port-Of-Tampa-Downtown-Tampa.d6127884.Vacation-Attraction) ![Busch Gardens Tampa Bay showing rides](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6048135/88f298de-d898-4d9e-b3c3-63644981d741.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Busch Gardens Tampa Bay 4.5/5(1,674 reviews) Exotic animals and thrill rides all on the one site at this theme park and zoo designed for the whole family. [](https://expedia.com/Busch-Gardens-Tampa-Bay-Terrace-Park.d6048135.Vacation-Attraction) ![Tampa_SeminoleHardRockCasino_553248621563123174_05](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621563123174/992acb65-3da6-4193-b365-59f6474f8521.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa 4/5(907 reviews) Why not try your luck with a visit to Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa where you can enjoy the entertainment at this popular casino in Orient Park? Amble around this family-friendly area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Seminole-Hard-Rock-Casino-Tampa-Tampa.d553248621563123174.Vacation-Attraction) ![Tampa Riverwalk](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6319740/331148f4-a2ec-4ff4-a071-6fd049d9ed26.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tampa Riverwalk 4.5/5(1,586 reviews) Walk, bike or rollerblade along Tampa’s waterside neighborhood, with public art, museums, restaurants and more attractions right on the waterfront. [](https://expedia.com/Tampa-Riverwalk-Downtown-Tampa.d6319740.Vacation-Attraction) ![Tampa_RaymondJamesStadium_503050_03](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/503050/251abf71-b594-4551-b05d-9b8317b8bc79.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Raymond James Stadium 4.5/5(729 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.com/Raymond-James-Stadium-Tampa.d503050.Vacation-Attraction) ![The Convention Center in the waterfront area and skyline landscape of buildings in Tampa Florida USA. April 2017.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/503019/ff904974-60da-4253-8639-72ab3fa24d1e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tampa Convention Center 4/5(625 reviews) During your trip, find out what's happening at Tampa Convention Center, a top convention center in Tampa. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Tampa-Convention-Center-Downtown-Tampa.d503019.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![The StarLite Majesty Cruise Ship in Clearwater, Florida](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/614700/aa2c41b1-9599-4a2b-b690-98569abc7309.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### StarLite Majesty Evening Yacht Cruise Clearwater $37 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/starlite-majesty-evening-yacht-cruise-clearwater.a614700.activity-details) ![Dolphins in downtown Tampa](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1219168/20857efc-0bad-464f-8d02-f0dbdda42d09.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 1.5-hour Dolphin Sightseeing Cruise from Tampa $31 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/15-hour-dolphin-sightseeing-cruise-from-tampa.a1219168.activity-details) ![ZooTampa at Lowry Park Admission Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/695504/daa14e00-5582-4c5a-9a7a-08719f071906.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### ZooTampa at Lowry Park Admission Ticket $52 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/zootampa-at-lowry-park-admission-ticket.a695504.activity-details) ![The Tropics Boat at Sunset](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1343868/8586728a-5afb-4de8-9fb4-c255024557a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sunset Celebration Cruise on Tropics Boat Tours $37 per adult **92%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/sunset-celebration-cruise-on-tropics-boat-tours.a1343868.activity-details) ![Dolphin Watching in Boca Ciega Bay](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/875238/23ba4ce4-1055-4377-a83f-48972e17627e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dolphin Watching in Boca Ciega Bay $33 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/dolphin-watching-in-boca-ciega-bay.a875238.activity-details) ![Little Toot Dolphin Adventure at Clearwater Beach ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1933548/3011b2fc-8304-4433-8cd5-4f51de89816a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Little Toot Dolphin Adventure at Clearwater Beach $37 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/little-toot-dolphin-adventure-at-clearwater-beach.a1933548.activity-details) [See all activities in Tampa](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Tampa.d602996.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## University Hotel Deals ![Ramada by Wyndham Tampa Westshore Airport South](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/27400/27302/cfa6c456_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ramada by Wyndham Tampa Westshore Airport South 1200 N Westshore Blvd Tampa FL $71 nightly $80 total Mar 8 - Mar 9 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tampa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ... 6/10 (4,009 reviews) Staff were nice and helpful, shuttles were great but the breakfast was severally diminished in availability of food and seating Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F8%2F2026&endDate=3%2F9%2F2026&selected=27302&PinnedHotelID=27302&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975874728) ![The Westin Tampa Bay](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1600/1557/5e6ee943_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Westin Tampa Bay 7627 W Courtney Campbell Cswy Tampa FL $203 nightly $231 total Mar 8 - Mar 9 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this beach hotel in Tampa. Enjoy free WiFi, a private beach, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,134 reviews) Clean room Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F8%2F2026&endDate=3%2F9%2F2026&selected=1557&PinnedHotelID=1557&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975874728) ![Quality Inn Airport - Cruise Port](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4500/4462/dbf70823_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Quality Inn Airport - Cruise Port 1020 S Dale Mabry Hwy Tampa FL $115 nightly $131 total Mar 9 - Mar 10 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tampa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 8/10 Very Good! (1,448 reviews) Amazing helpful lady thst works in the breakfast area every morning Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F9%2F2026&endDate=3%2F10%2F2026&selected=4462&PinnedHotelID=4462&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975874728) ![OASIS BAY SUITES, Tampa, Busch Gardens, USF](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103790000/103788900/103788835/6ccfa0f3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### OASIS BAY SUITES, Tampa, Busch Gardens, USF 3001 University Center Dr Tampa FL $149 nightly $169 total Feb 23 - Feb 24 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this hotel in Tampa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,824 reviews) Clean,quiet,friendly, good breakfast. Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F23%2F2026&endDate=2%2F24%2F2026&selected=103788835&PinnedHotelID=103788835&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975874728) ![Sailport Waterfront Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/49600/49550/34325b63_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sailport Waterfront Suites 2506 N Rocky Point Dr Tampa FL $184 nightly $207 total Mar 8 - Mar 9 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this aparthotel in Tampa. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (4,910 reviews) The room was great for an older condo. We enjoyed it. Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F8%2F2026&endDate=3%2F9%2F2026&selected=49550&PinnedHotelID=49550&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975874728) ![DoubleTree by Hilton Tampa Rocky Point Waterfront](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1400/1366/4c0da1ef_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### DoubleTree by Hilton Tampa Rocky Point Waterfront 3050 N Rocky Point Dr W Tampa FL Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay $194 nightly $220 total Mar 1 - Mar 2 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tampa. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews) Staff was very helpful at check-in. Location is outstanding and the structure supports the environmental views. Not very happy about the $26 plus parking fee - do not remember reading that although that could be my error. 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[](https://expedia.com/Tampa-New-Tampa.dx553248635074842386) ![Downtown city panoramic skyline view of Tampa Florida USA looking over the Hillsborough Bay and the Riverwalk](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976469660/a1a1ea65-f5fb-4e35-ba3f-2888dc8e4a23.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Tampa Heights While visiting Tampa Heights, you might make a stop by sights like Armature Works and Tampa Waterworks Park. [](https://expedia.com/Tampa-Tampa-Heights.dx553248635976469660) ![.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3517/513bd87c-efd7-4a09-9391-3befcae3a41a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Historic Ybor If you're spending some time in Historic Ybor, Ritz Ybor and Orpheum Theater are top sights worth seeing. 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