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Tampa is a laid-back city with a vibrant arts scene and plenty of opportunities for adventure.

By bus: Bus transportation in the Tampa area is not popular and one can expect plenty of room in busses.

HART,  provides extensive bus service throughout Hillsborough County. There are three types of routes offered: "local", "Commuter Express", and Trollies. Local routes are ones which have many stops in a small region. Commuter Express lines are long-distance lines namely providing service from suburbs into Tampa.  

By Streetcar: Tampa also has the TECO Line Streetcar that runs from Whiting and Franklin Streets downtown to Centennial Park, with 9 stops along the way (11 total stops). The line is useful for tourists and convention goers. The line runs by many local shops, restaurants, and attractions. 

The one-way fare is $2.50. A 1-day, unlimited rides pass for streetcars and trollies are available for $5. Service is available: 12AM-10PM Monday-Thursday, 11AM-2AM Friday and Saturday, and Noon-8PM on Sunday. Streetcars arrive every 20 minutes. 

One-way Ticket (Local Transport)    1.75 $

Monthly Pass (Regular Price)    75.50 $    

Busch Gardens Tampa: Visit one of the most famous theme parks in Florida to experience the fun and excitement of thousands that have gone before you. The large park is structured to replicate parts of Africa such as Egypt, Morocco, and Congo. The Busch Gardens theme parks are known for their multi-cultural influence.

Tampa's Lowry Park Zoo: Tasmanian Family Coaster, Gator Falls Flume Ride, and the Camel Ride are just a few of the famous attractions awaiting visitors to this interesting zoo. Each attraction houses animals in various themes that match the environment surrounding them. See exotic birds, large land mammals, and colorful marine life.

The Florida Aquarium: There are literally millions of gallons of water that fill the many tanks throughout the tanks, and each one houses different animals, including river otters, Florida alligators, and sea dragons, among others.

Museum of Science and Industry: Is one of the top Tampa attractions because of its ability to both educate and entertain. At the museum, you’ll se the largest articulated dinosaur ever discovered, pedal 30 feet above the ground on a suspended bicycle, and experience space travel in the flight simulator.

Adventure Island Waterpark: With a full 30 acres of splashes, water slides, and sporting activities. Some of the water rides inside the park include the 9,000 square foot Paradise Lagoon, the rafting wonder Wahoo Run and the surprising Splash Attack.